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This week’s Cochino List includes En Tu Boca and Del Taco

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of April 18 to April 26. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • En Tu Boca at McFadden Public Market, 515 N. Main St., Santa Ana, Closed: April 24, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 26
  • Del Taco, 2300 N. Tustin Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: April 18, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 25
  • Haagen-Dazs at The Outlets at Orange, 20 City Blvd., Suite A-109, Orange, Closed: April 22, Reason: Insufficient hot water
  • Tana Ethiopian Restaurant & Market, 2622 W. La Palma Ave., Anaheim, Closed: April 24, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 25
  • Burger King, 1329 S. Harbor Blvd., Fullerton, Closed: April 24, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 25
  • Tam’s Restaurant & Sandwiches, 12332 Brookhurst St., Garden Grove, Closed: April 24, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 25
  • Country Club Donuts, 20040 Santa Ana Ave., Costa Mesa, Closed: April 24, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • The Home Depot, 1855 N. Tustin Ave., Orange, Closed: April 23, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 24
  • Lac Cam Music, 15041 Moran St., Suite 103, Westminster, Closed: April 22, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 24
  • Pumper Jumpers, 160 E. Imperial Highway, Fullerton, Permit downgraded to prepackaged foods only: April 22, Reason: Insufficient hot water/plumbing in disrepair
  • Raffa’s, 211 S. Harbor Blvd., La Habra, Closed: April 19, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 20
  • Bari Bari Japanese Steak House, 19677 Yorba Linda Blvd., Yorba Linda, Closed: April 19, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 20
  • Yu’s Garden, 5408 Walnut Ave., Suite H, Irvine, Closed: April 18, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 19
  • Trabuco Oaks Steakhouse, 20782 Trabuco Oaks Drive, Trabuco Canyon, Closed: April 18, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 19
  • Vishnu Restaurant & Catering, 17945 Sky Park Circle, Suite J, Irvine, Closed: April 18, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 19

This week’s Cochino List includes the Tenampa Sports Bar

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of April 11 to April 19. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • The Tenampa Sports Bar, 4522 W. First St., Santa Ana, Closed: April 16, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: April 16
  • The Tulsa Rib Company, 220 E. Katella Ave., Orange, Closed: April 15, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 16
  • JK Food Store, 492 N. Tustin Ave., Orange, Closed: April 17, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 19
  • OB Square, 13832 Red Hill Ave., Tustin, Closed: April 16, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 17
  • Walt’s Wharf, 201 Main St., Seal Beach, Closed: April 17, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 18
  • Nekter Juice Bar, 20355 Yorba Linda Blvd., Suite E, Yorba Linda, Closed: April 17, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 17
  • Mr. G’s, 305 Marine Ave., Newport Beach, Closed: April 16, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: April 18
  • Big Bob’s Liquor, 409 E. La Habra Blvd., La Habra, Closed: April 16, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 16
  • Tio Chava’s Mexican Restaurant, 18452 Yorba Linda Blvd., Suite C, Yorba Linda, Closed: April 15, Reason: Plumbing in disrepair, Reopened: April 15
  • Food Mart at Shell gas station, 32001 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, Permit downgraded to prepackaged foods only: April 12, Reason: Insufficient hot water/plumbing in disrepair, Full permit reinstated: April 16
  • Dos Amigos, 8546 Chapman Ave., Stanton, Closed: April 12, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 16
  • Kitchen at El Bekal, 1320 S Sanderson Ave., Anaheim, Closed: April 11, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 12
  • Casa Dulce at Anaheim Marketplace, 1440 S. Anaheim Blvd., Suite I-8, Anaheim, Closed: April 11, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 11
  • Cafeteria at Crescent Elementary School, 5001 E. Gerda Drive, Anaheim, Closed: April 11, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 15
  • We Got It! at 76 station, 8505 Katella Ave., Stanton, Closed: April 11, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 11
  • Art Of The Party, 17290 Newhope St., Suite A, Fountain Valley, Closed: April 11, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 15
  • Marisqueria La Jaiba Loka, 1440 S. Anaheim Blvd., Suites I-18-20, Anaheim, Closed: April 11, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 12
  • Update: Pizza Pub at 1501 W. Whittier Blvd., La Habra, closed April 11 because of a rodent infestation, reopened April 12.
  • Update: Cafeteria at Orangewood Academy, 13732 Clinton St., Garden Grove, closed April 9 because of a rodent infestation, reopened April 12.
  • Update: Kitchen at Vagabond Inn, 3205 Harbor Blvd., Costa Mesa, closed April 9 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened April 15.

This week’s Cochino List includes El Tapatio Dos Mexicanos Grill

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of April 4 to April 12. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • El Tapatio Dos Mexicanos Grill, 1214 E. Pomona St., Santa Ana, Closed: April 8, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 10
  • India Kitchen, 14131 Red Hill Ave., Tustin, Closed: April 10, Reason, Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 11
  • Casa Dulce at Anaheim Marketplace, 1440 S. Anaheim Blvd., Suite I-8, Anaheim, Closed: April 10, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 11
  • Laguna Donuts, 25616 Alicia Parkway, Laguna Hills, Closed: April 10, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 11
  • Cafeteria at Orangewood Academy, 13732 Clinton St., Garden Grove, Closed: April 9, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Kitchen at Vagabond Inn, 3205 Harbor Blvd., Costa Mesa, Closed: April 9, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Cafeteria at Del Sol School, 5400 Myra Ave., Cypress, Closed: April 8, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 10
  • Pho Phong Hai, 8433 Westminster Blvd., Westminster, Closed: April 8, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 9
  • Champagne Bakery at Asian Garden Mall, 9200 Bolsa Ave., Suite 116, Westminster, Closed: April 5, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 9
  • Pizza stall at Honda Center, 2695 E. Katella Ave., Anaheim, Closed: April 5, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Pacifico Fish Company, 15354 Alton Parkway, Irvine, Closed: April 4, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 4
  • Trejo’s Mexican Food, 17436 Beach Blvd., Huntington Beach, Closed: April 4, Reason: Employee restrooms non-functioning, Reopened: April 4
  • Silverado Cafe, 28272 Silverado Canyon Road, Silverado, Closed: April 11, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 12
    Pizza Pub, 1501 W. Whittier Blvd., La Habra, Closed: April 11, Reason: No reason provided

This week’s Cochino List includes El Torito Market and Kebab Place

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of March 22 to March 29. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

Restaurants and other food businesses closed by health inspectors in Orange County from March 28 to April 5:

  • El Torito Market, 1155 W. Central Ave., Suite 101, Santa Ana, Closed: March 29, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 1
  • Kebab Place, 306 W. Fourth St., Santa Ana, Closed: April 3, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 4
  • Update: Say Karaoke at 13906 Brookhurst St., Garden Grove, closed March 26 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened March 29.
  • Francoli Gourmet, 100 S. Glassell St., Orange, Closed: April 4, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 5
  • Pizza Pub, 1501 W. Whittier Blvd., La Habra, Closed: April 4, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 4
  • Coffee Tomo, 15333 Culver Drive, Suite 450, Irvine, Closed: April 2, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 4
  • Magic Mike’s, 6152 Garden Grove Blvd., Westminster, Closed: April 2, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 3
  • Metro Market, 2140 Placentia Ave., Costa Mesa, Closed: April 2, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 4
  • Pho Mazing, 1156 E. Yorba Linda Blvd., Placentia, Closed: April 2, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 3
  • VIP Tacos, 2790 E. Lincoln Ave., Suite C, Anaheim, Closed: April 2, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 3
  • Tasty Chicken & Binh Mi, 2117 Ball Road, Anaheim, Closed: April 1, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 4
  • Panera Bread, 19461 Main St., Suite 101, Huntington Beach, Closed: April 1, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 1
  • Il Barone at Pacific City, 21058 Coast Highway, Suite 114, Huntington Beach, Closed: March 29, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: March 29
  • Cafeteria at The Pegasus School, 19692 Lexington Lane, Huntington Beach, Closed: March 29, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 1
  • Doheny Liquor & Jr. Market, 34262 Doheny Park Road, Dana Point, Closed: March 28, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: March 28
  • 99 Bottles & Cocktails, 8901 Katella Ave., Anaheim, Closed: March 28, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: March 29
  • Update: Sawali Grill Filipino at 3414 W. Ball Road, Suite G, Anaheim, closed March 29 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened April 3.
  • Update: Mama’s Kitchen at 1885 N. Euclid St., Fullerton, closed March 27 because of a rodent infestation, reopened March 29.

This week’s Cochino List includes Pasteleria Rancho La Ilusion

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of March 22 to March 29. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Pasteleria Rancho La Ilusion, 111 E. Oxford St., Santa Ana, Closed: March 21, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: March 21.
  • Say Karaoke, 13906 Brookhurst St., Garden Grove, Closed: March 26, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Ebelardo’s Mexican Food, 14551 Newport Ave., Tustin, Closed: March 25, Reason: Employee restrooms nonfunctioning, Reopened: March 25
  • Yogurtland, 13842 Newport Ave. Suite A, Tustin, Closed: March 21, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: March 22
  • Update: Francoli Gourmet, at 100 S. Glassell St., Orange, which closed March 18 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened March 21.
  • Update: Phuoc Loc Tho Herbals, at 9200 Bolsa Ave., Suite 114A, Westminster, which closed March 20 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened March 22.
  • Sawali Grill Filipino, 3414 W. Ball Road Suite G, Anaheim, Closed: March 29, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Mama’s Kitchen, 1885 N. Euclid St., Fullerton, Closed: March 27, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Tuition Bites, 3444 E. Orangethorpe Ave., Anaheim, Closed: March 27, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: March 28
  • Yummy Yummy, 92 Corporate Park Suite B, Irvine, Closed: March 26, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: March 27
  • Subway, 1133 S. Harbor Blvd., Fullerton, Closed: March 25, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: March 25
  • Starbucks, 2801 E. Coast Highway, Corona Del Mar, Closed: March 25, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: March 25
  • Al Sanabel Bakery & Restaurant, 816 S. Brookhurst St., Anaheim, Closed: March 22, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: March 24
  • Mini Gourmet, 1210 E. Yorba Linda Blvd., Placentia, Closed: March 21, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: March 21
  • Tortas & Bionicos Nice, 616 W. Chapman Ave., Placentia, Closed: March 21, Reason: Plumbing in disrepair, Reopened: March 21
  • Kopan Ramen, 8890 Valley View St. Suite A, Buena Park, Closed: March 21, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: March 22
  • Himalayan Grill, 16400 Pacific Coast Highway Suite 110, Huntington Beach, Closed: March 21, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: March 22
  • Update: Chew Noodle Bar, at 918 S. Magnolia Ave., Suite B, Anaheim, which closed March 14 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened March 22 on its second re-inspection.

This week’s Cochino List includes Market Novy La Mexicana

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of March 14 to March 22. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Market Novy La Mexicana, 701 E. Fourth St., Santa Ana, Closed: March 19, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: March 20
  • Wasabi, 130 S. Main St., Suite G, Orange, Closed: March 18, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: March 20
  • Emporio, 150 S. Hewes St., Suite 101, Orange, Closed: March 20, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: March 20
  • Francoli Gourmet, 100 S. Glassell St., Orange, Closed: March 18, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Pho 86, 14576 Brookhurst Ave., Westminster, Closed: March 20, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: March 20
  • Phuoc Loc Tho Herbals, 9200 Bolsa Ave., Suite 114A, Westminster, Closed: March 20, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Vegan Pizza, 12022 Chapman Ave., Garden Grove, Closed: March 15, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: March 16
  • Magnolia Liquor Market, 13045 Magnolia St., Garden Grove, Closed: March 14, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: March 15
  • Maria’s Restaurant, 12445 Haster St., Garden Grove, Closed: March 14, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: March 15
  • Bill’s Burgers, 1476 Bristol St., Costa Mesa, Closed: March 19, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: March 19
  • Chew Noodle Bar, 918 S. Magnolia Ave., Suite B, Anaheim, Closed: March 14, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • The Yellow Chilli, 7850 Beach Blvd., Buena Park, Closed: March 21, Reason: Lack of power/lack of utilities, Reopened: March 21
  • The Vintage Steakhouse, 26701 Verdugo St., Suite B, San Juan Capistrano, Closed: March 20, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: March 20
  • Juice My Heart, 804 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, Closed: March 20, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit
  • Cancun Tacos al Carbon, 7011 Warner Ave., Suite I, Huntington Beach, Closed: March 19, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: March 20
  • Fuji Grill Express, 5655 E. La Palma Ave., Suite 105, Anaheim, Closed: March 18, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: March 19

This week’s Cochino List includes Tacos El Perico

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of March 7 to March 15 . Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Taqueria El Perico, 716 E. First St., Santa Ana, Closed: Mar. 12, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Mar. 14
  • Update:
  • Pizza Hut, 16027 Brookhurst St., Suite L, Fountain Valley, Closed: Mar. 7, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Mar. 7
  • Update: La Siesta at 1010 N. Batavia, St., Suite A, Orange, closed March 7 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened March 7.
  • Update: El Buen Sabor at 14141 Red Hill Ave., Tustin, closed March 5 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened March 8.
  • Gio Cha Ba Khai, 9361 Bolsa Ave., Suite 101, Westminster, Closed: Mar. 13, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Mar. 13
  • Song Long Restaurant, 9361 Bolsa Ave., Suite 108, Westminster, Closed: Mar. 13, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Mar. 13
  • Update: Las Brisas at 1734 S. Euclid St., Anaheim, closed March 1 because of insufficient hot water, reopened March 9.
  • Out of the Park Pizza, 5638 E. La Palma Ave., Anaheim, Closed: Mar. 14, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Mar. 15
  • Brianna’s Fruit Salad, 2107 E. Ball Road, Anaheim, Closed: Mar. 13, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Mar. 14
  • Tacos y Pupusas, 214 E. Katella Ave., Anaheim, Closed: Mar. 12, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Tikka Guys, 160 W. Lincoln Ave., Anaheim, Closed: Mar. 12, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Mar. 14
  • Mamma Cozza’s, 2170 W. Ball Road, Anaheim, Closed: Mar. 12, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Mar. 13
  • Sushi Town, 2346 Newport Blvd., Suite B3, Costa Mesa, Closed: Mar. 8, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Mar. 9
  • Philly’s Best, 22722 Lambert St., Suite 1703, Lake Forest, Closed: Mar. 8, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Mar. 10
  • Update: Dolce Monachelli’s at 699 S. State College, Suite L, Fullerton, closed March 6 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened March 7.
  • Update: Tasty Chicken & Banh Mi at 2117 Ball Road, Anaheim, closed March 6 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened March 11.
  • Update: Choy’s at 2801 W. Ball Road, Suite 15-A, Anaheim, closed March 4 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened March 8.

This week’s Cochino List includes La Rinconada and Little Caesars Pizza

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of Feb. 28 to March 8 . Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • La Rinconada, 300 W. 5th St., Santa Ana, Closed: March 5, Reason: Rodent infestation.
  • Little Caesars, 1730 E. 17th St., Suite A1, Santa Ana, Closed: Feb. 28, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Feb. 28
  • La Siesta, 1010 N. Batavia, St., Suite A, Orange, Closed: March 7, Reason: Cockroach infestation.
  • El Buen Sabor, 14141 Red Hill Ave., Tustin, Closed: March 5, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Yummy Bakery & Restaurant, 9550 Bolsa Ave., Suite 115-E1, Westminster, Closed: March 5, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: March 6
  • Mariscos Nayarit, 135 W. Ball Road, Suite D, Anaheim, Closed: March 4, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: March 5
  • Chronic Tacos, 7520 E. Chapman Ave., Suite A, Orange, Closed: March 1, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: March 1.
  • 50 Stars Donuts Shop, 514 N. Magnolia Ave., Anaheim, Closed: March 6, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: March 7.
  • Tasty Chicken & Banh Mi, 2117 Ball Road, Anaheim, Closed: March 6, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • My Brother, 341 S. State College Blvd., Fullerton, Closed: March 6, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: March 7
  • La Cocina de Pedro, 699 S. State College Blve., Suite L, Fullerton, Closed: March 6, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: March 7
  • Kareem, 1208 S. Brookhurst St., Anaheim, Closed: March 5, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: March 5
  • CaliMex Family Market, 318 N. Brookhurst St., Anaheim, Closed: March 5, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: March
  • Dolce Monachelli’s, 699 S. State College, Suite L, Fullerton, Closed: March 6, Reason: Cockroach infestation.
  • Waterman’s Harbor, 34661 Golden Lantern St., Dana Point, Closed: March 6, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: March 7.
  • Choy’s, 2801 W. Ball Road, Suite 15-A, Anaheim, Closed: March 4, Reason: Cockroach infestation.
  • Buca di Beppo, 7979 Center Ave., Huntington Beach, Closed: March 4, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: March 5
  • Bowlmor, 321 W. Katella Ave., Suite 85, Anaheim, Closed: March 1, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: March 2
  • Las Brisas, 1734 S. Euclid St., Anaheim, Closed: March 1, Reason: Insufficient hot water
  • Update: Dey’s Donuts & Croissants at 6494 Edinger Ave., Huntington Beach, closed Feb. 28 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened March 1.
  • Update: The Loft at 7862 Warner Ave., Suite 105, Huntington Beach, closed Feb. 28 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened March 1.
  • Update: Bagels & Brew, 26601 Aliso Creek Road, Suite D, Aliso Viejo, closed Feb. 26 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened March 1.

This week’s Cochino List includes Craved Tea House and T.P. Banh Bao 2.5

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of Feb. 21 to March 1. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Craved Tea House, 16501 Brookhurst St., Fountain Valley, Closed: Feb. 26, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: Feb. 26
  • Update: Victoria Bakery at 709 N. Bristol St., Suite J, Santa Ana, closed Feb. 21 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened Feb. 22.
  • T.P. Banh Bao 2.5, 10032 W. McFadden Ave., Westminster, Closed: Feb. 21, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Feb. 22
  • Watson’s Soda Fountain Cafe, 116 E. Chapman Ave., Orange, Closed: Feb. 21, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Feb. 22
  • Update: Nam Giao Restaurant at 10145 Westminster Ave., Garden Grove, closed Feb. 22 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened Feb. 22.
  • Banquet kitchen at Costa Mesa Country Club, 1701 Golf Course Drive, Costa Mesa, Closed: Feb. 26, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Feb. 26
  • Dey’s Donuts & Croissants, 6494 Edinger Ave., Huntington Beach, Closed: Feb. 28, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • The Loft, 7862 Warner Ave., Suite 105, Huntington Beach, Closed: Feb. 28, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Placentia TLC at Edwin T. Powell Building, 143 S. Bradford Ave., Placentia, Closed: Feb. 27, Reason: Insufficient hot water
  • Bagels & Brew, 26601 Aliso Creek Road, Suite D, Aliso Viejo, Closed: Feb. 26, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Fratello’s, 647 Camino de los Mares, Suite 126, San Clemente, Closed: Feb. 22, Reason: Lack of power/lack of utilities, Reopened: Feb. 23
  • Miyako Sushi, 641 Camino de los Mares, Suite D120, San Clemente, Closed: Feb. 22, Reason: Lack of power/lack of utilities, Reopened: Feb. 23
  • Stater Bros., 616 Camino de los Mares, San Clemente, Closed: Feb. 22, Reason: Lack of power/lack of utilities, Reopened: Feb. 22
  • Wahoo’s Fish Taco, 641 Camino de los Mares, Suite A, San Clemente, Closed: Feb. 22, Reason: Lack of power/lack of utilities, Reopened: Feb. 23

This week’s Cochino List includes Hopper & Burr, Victoria’s Bakery and Fresh Donuts

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of Feb. 14 to Feb. 22, 2019. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Hopper & Burr, 202 W. Fourth St., Santa Ana, Closed: Feb. 19, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: Feb. 19.
  • Victoria Bakery, 709 N. Bristol St., Suite J, Santa Ana, Closed: Feb. 21, Reason: Cockroach infestation.
  • Fresh Donuts, 940 S. Harbor Blvd., Santa Ana, Closed: Feb. 19, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Feb. 21.
  • Nam Giao Restaurant, 10145 Westminster Ave., Garden Grove, Closed: Feb. 22, Reason: Cockroach infestation.
  • Water & Ice, 1125 S. Anaheim Blvd., Suite B, Anaheim, Closed: Feb. 20, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Feb. 21.
  • Costless, 1403 E. Lambert Road, Suite F, La Habra, Closed: Feb. 20, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Feb. 21.
  • Mini market at Santa Ana River Lakes, 4060 E. La Palma Ave., Anaheim, Closed: Feb. 20, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Feb. 21.
  • Culinary arts room at Aliso Niguel High School, 28000 Wolverine Way, Aliso Viejo, Closed: Feb. 19, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Feb. 20.
  • Del Taco, 1720 Superior Ave., Costa Mesa, Closed: Feb. 15, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Feb. 15.
  • George’s Best Burgers, 1475 S. Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim, Closed: Feb. 15, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Feb. 19.
  • Restaurant at Shorecliffs Golf Club, 501 Avenida Vaquero, San Clemente, Closed: Feb. 15, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Feb. 15.
  • Big Chopsticks, 1089 Baker St., Suite C, Costa Mesa, Closed: Feb. 15, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Feb. 15.
  • Circle K, 33541 Del Obispo St., Dana Point, Closed: Feb. 14, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Feb. 15.
  • Sinofusion, 5555 E. Santa Ana Canyon Road, Anaheim Hills, Closed: Feb. 14, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Feb. 14.
  • DonerG, 2139 E. Ball Road, Anaheim, Closed: Feb. 14, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Feb. 15.
  • Mamma Cozza’s, 2170 W. Ball Road, Anaheim, Closed: Feb. 14, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Feb. 15.
  • Update: Nam Giao Restaurant at 10145 Westminster Ave., Garden Grove, closed Feb. 14 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened Feb. 15.
  • Update: Citrus Cafe at 1481 Edinger Ave., Tustin, closed Feb. 13 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened Feb. 15.

This week’s Cochino List includes El Pollo Loco, Popeyes and Inka Grill

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of Feb. 7 to Feb. 14, 2019 . Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Nam Giao Restaurant, 10145 Westminster Ave., Garden Grove, Closed: Feb. 14, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Citrus Cafe, 1481 Edinger Ave., Tustin, Closed: Feb. 13, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Pho Quang Trung, 10072 Westminster Ave., Garden Grove, Closed: Feb. 11, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Feb. 12
  • Popeyes, 6948 Westminster Blvd., Westminster, Closed: Feb. 7, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Feb. 8
  • Inka Grill, 260 Bristol St., Costa Mesa, Closed: Feb. 8, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Feb. 8
  • El Pollo Loco, 88 Corporate Park, Irvine, Closed: Feb. 13, Reason: Ongoing foodborne illness investigation
  • The Cherry Pit, 749 W. Katella Ave., Orange, Closed: Feb. 7, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Feb. 8
  • Carl’s Jr., 701 S. Beach Blvd., La Habra, Closed: Feb. 13, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Feb. 13
  • Sweet Elle Cafe, 7251 Warner Ave., Suite L, Huntington Beach, Closed: Feb. 13, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Feb. 14
  • Costless, 1403 E. Lambert Road, Suite F, La Habra, Closed: Feb. 11, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Feb. 13
  • Mini market at USA Gasoline, 4601 Campus Drive, Irvine, Closed: Feb. 11, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit
  • Orange Tei at Anaheim Packing House, 440 S. Anaheim Blvd., Suite 202-203, Anaheim, Closed: Feb. 7, Reason: Cockroach infestation. Reopened: Feb. 8
  • Oh Those Donuts, 1734 Newport Blvd., Costa Mesa, Closed: Feb. 7, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Feb. 9
  • Update: La Langosta at 13571 Harbor Blvd., Garden Grove, closed Feb. 6 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened Feb. 7.
  • Update: Tacos y Platillos de Mi Pueblo at 7032 Hazard St., Suite 2, Westminster, closed Feb. 5 for operating without a valid health permit, reopened Feb. 8
  • Update: A kitchen at Anaheim Convention Center, 800 W. Katella Ave., Anaheim, closed Feb. 5 because of a rodent infestation, reopened Feb. 14.

This week’s Cochino List includes’s DTSA’s hipster Blackmarket Bakery

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of Jan. 31 to Feb. 8, 2019. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Blackmarket Bakery, 211 N. Broadway, Santa Ana, Closed: Feb. 5, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Feb. 5
  • Taqueria Los Escalreras, 312 S. Main St., Orange, Closed: Feb. 6, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: Feb. 7
  • La Langosta, 13571 Harbor Blvd., Garden Grove, Closed: Feb. 6, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Wahoo’s Fish Taco, 120 Main St., Huntington Beach, Closed: Feb. 7, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Feb. 8
  • Tacos y Platillos de Mi Pueblo, 7032 Hazard St., Suite 2, Westminster, Closed: Feb. 5, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit
  • The Loft, 7862 Warner Ave., Suite B, Huntington Beach, Closed: Feb. 6, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Feb. 7
  • Kitchen at Anaheim Convention Center, 800 W. Katella Ave., Anaheim, Closed: Feb. 5, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Donut Star, 5365 Alton Parkway, Suite C3, Irvine, Closed: Feb. 5, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Dey’s Donuts & Croissants, 6494 Edinger Ave., Huntington Beach, Closed: Feb. 5, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Feb. 7
  • El Ranchito Market at Anaheim Marketplace, 1440 S. Anaheim Blvd., Suite I-15, Anaheim, Closed: Feb. 4, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Feb. 4
  • Nutrition Solutions Juice Bar at LA Fitness, 3960 Barranca Parkway, Irvine, Closed: Feb. 4, Reason: Insufficient hot water and plumbing in disrepair; permit downgraded to prepackaged food only, Reopened: Feb. 6
  • Coffee Maru, 9760 Garden Grove Blvd., Garden Grove, Closed: Feb. 1, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Feb. 4
  • Mozambique, 1740 S. Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, Closed: Feb. 1, Reasons: Cockroach infestation and operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: Feb. 1
  • Kitchen and bar at Old Ranch Country Club, 3901 Lampson Ave., Seal Beach, Closed: Jan. 31, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 31
  • Update: Half Time Restaurant, 13187 Brookhurst St., Garden Grove, closed Jan. 29 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened Feb. 1.

This week’s Cochino List includes the Valencia Seafood Market

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of Jan. 25 to Feb. 1, 2019 . Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Valencia Seafood Market, 1128 S. Standard Ave., Suite A, Santa Ana, Closed: Jan. 25, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 25
  • Pizza Hut, 2091 N. Tustin St., Orange, Closed: Jan. 28, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 29
  • Myung Dong Kal Guk Su, 1000 N. Euclid St., Anaheim, Closed: Jan. 30, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 31
  • Paradise Market, 3111 W. Lincoln Ave., Anaheim, Closed: Jan. 30, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • ExtraMile at Chevron station, 3901 E. Riverdale Ave., Anaheim, Closed: Jan. 30, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 30
  • Half Time Restaurant, 13187 Brookhurst St., Garden Grove, Closed: Jan. 29, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Cafe International, 3198 Airport Loop Drive, Suite H2A, Costa Mesa, Closed: Jan. 28, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 30
  • Zpizza, 32341 Camino Capistrano, Suite B, San Juan Capistrano, Closed: Jan. 28, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Jan. 30
  • Update: Cafeteria at Kimberly-Clark, 2001 E. Orangethorpe Ave., Fullerton, closed Jan. 23 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened Jan. 25
  • Update: Kitchen at Salvation Army Residence, 1300 S. Lewis St., Anaheim, closed Jan. 23 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened Jan. 31.

Enjoy an evening of gourmet beer and food at the O.C. Heritage Museum in Santa Ana on Feb. 2

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The Orange County Brewers Guild has announced that its inaugural OC Palate: A Beer & Food Event will be held on Saturday, February 2nd from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Orange County Heritage Museum (3101 W. Harvard Street in Santa Ana). This sophisticated beer and food event is geared to those who appreciate a full culinary experience as it unites Orange County’s most noted independent craft breweries and the region’s most celebrated chefs.

Guests will enjoy an intimate evening of sampling carefully curated food and beer pairings that have been created through collaboration between local brewers and chefs. Guests will have the opportunity to partake in a variety of small-plate pairings and learn about the intention and inspiration behind each as they speak with the brewers and chefs firsthand.

“Orange County is quickly becoming a burgeoning craft beer destination amongst the already prestigious Southern California beer community,” commented Errica Cook, Executive Director of the Orange County Brewers Guild. “Our brewers are making nationally and globally recognized beers and this event is an opportunity to celebrate and showcase their creations. By pairing our world-class beers with food, guests will be able to experience beer as a pairing in the culinary world.”

Following is a list of participating breweries and chefs:

FEATURED BREWERIES:

  • All-American Brew Works
  • Artifex Brewing
  • Asylum Brewing Company
  • Backstreet Brewery
  • Beachwood Brewing
  • BJ’s Brewhouse
  • Bootleggers Brewery
  • Bottle Logic Brewing
  • Bruery Terreux
  • Chapman Crafted Beer
  • Docent Brewing Co.
  • Four Sons Brewing
  • GameCraft Brewing
  • Green Cheek Beer Co.
  • Gunwhale Ales
  • Honey Pot Meadery
  • Hoparazzi Brewing
  • Karl Strauss
  • Lost Winds Brewing
  • Phantom Ales
  • RIIP Beer Co.
  • Stereo Brewing
  • Taps Brewery & Barrel Room
  • The Good Beer Co.
  • Towne Park Brew Co.
  • Tustin Brew Co.
  • Unsung Brewing

TICKETS:

Tickets are $100 per guest (21+ only) and must be purchased in advance at https://events.ocbrewers.org/e/ocpalate. Guests will have access to unlimited pours and bites, as well as a commemorative keepsake glass.

ABOUT THE OC BREWERS GUILD:

The Orange County Brewers Guild is an organization dedicated to educating the public about the great American tradition of craft beer and its rich brewing culture in Orange County. With over 37 established craft breweries within the county’s borders, the OC Brewers Guild strives to bring to the public visibility and knowledge of the rich and steadily growing brewing culture present in Orange County.

The guild aims to:

• Educate the public about the benefits of fresh, local beer

• Promote the interests of breweries located in Orange County

• Participate in and create local community events to raise funds for charities, and increase public awareness of locally available craft beer.

As the organization continues to develop and expand, it hopes to cultivate a passion for craft beer in the general community and inspire the public to seek out their local artisan breweries.

This week’s Cochino List includes Buddy Chicken & Boba and Wahoo’s Fish Taco

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of Jan. 10 to Jan. 18, 2019. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Buddy Chicken & Boba at The Outlets at Orange, 20 City Blvd., Suite F-3, Orange, Closed: Jan. 16, Reason: Insufficient hot water
  • Wahoo’s Fish Taco, 120 Main St., Huntington Beach, Closed: Jan. 16, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 17
  • Zoomak, 7309 Orangethorpe Ave., Buena Park, Closed: Jan. 16, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Jan. 18
  • Pho Noodle House, 646 N. Rose Drive, Placentia, Closed: Jan. 16, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Jan. 16
  • BT’s Southern BBQ, 7144 Edinger Ave., Huntington Beach, Closed: Jan. 16, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 17
  • Guppy House, 5642 E. La Palma Ave., Suite 107, Anaheim, Closed: Jan. 15, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 16
  • Big Catch Seafood House, 7311 Edinger Ave., Huntington Beach, Closed: Jan. 15, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 16
  • Poke Garden, 7072 Edinger Ave., Huntington Beach, Closed: Jan. 15, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 16
  • Landmark Liquor, 8491 Atlanta Ave., Huntington Beach, Closed: Jan. 15, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 15
  • Thanh Binh Pho, 2119 E. Ball Road, Anaheim, Closed: Jan. 15, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 16
  • Rufino’s Ristorante Italiano, 938 S. Euclid St., Anaheim, Closed: Jan. 15 Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 15
  • Top One Buffet & Grill, 104 W. Orangethorpe Ave., Fullerton, Closed: Jan. 15, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Teo Sandwiches, 14014 Magnolia St., Suite 1-C , Westminster, Closed: Jan. 14, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 15
  • Seasons Kitchen, 641 N. Euclid St., Anaheim, Closed: Jan. 10, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 16
  • Update: Golden Flower Veggie at 14942 Bushard St., Garden Grove, closed Jan. 11 because of a rodent infestation, reopened Jan. 12.
  • Update: Tin Tin Seafood Restaurant at 669 N. Euclid St., Anaheim, closed Jan. 9 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened Jan. 11.