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This week’s Cochino List includes Wursthaus, El Farol and Tlaxcala Bakery Panaderia

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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 May 2 to May 10. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Wursthaus, 305 E. Fourth St., Suite 106, Santa Ana, Closed: May 6, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 7
  • El Farol Meat Market, 1840 S. Standard Ave., Suite 102, Santa Ana, Closed: May 8, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Tlaxcala Bakery Panaderia, 1208 S. Standard Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: May 3, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 4
  • Westend, 814 W. 19th St., Costa Mesa, Closed: May 9, Reason: Rodent infestation Reopened: May 10
  • Panificadora Bakery, 2200 Harbor Blvd., Suite E-120, Costa Mesa, Closed: May 8, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 9
  • Thanh Binh Pho Restaurant, 2119 E. Ball Road, Anaheim, Closed: May 8, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 9
  • Party Pantry, 12777 Knott Ave., Garden Grove, Closed: May 8, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 9
  • El Pico de Gallo, 13470 S. Harbor Blvd., Garden Grove, Closed: May 8, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 9
  • Tacos & Co., 6620 Irvine Center Drive, Irvine, Closed: May 7, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 8
  • Los Patios Mexican Restaurant, 111 W. Avenida Palizada, Suite 100, San Clemente, Closed: May 7, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 7
  • Wendy’s, 10040 Chapman Ave., Garden Grove, Closed: May 7, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: May 7
  • 98c Jumbo Dollar, 410 W. La Habra Blvd., La Habra, Closed: May 7, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 8
  • Macha, 12460 Euclid St., Suite 103, Garden Grove, Closed: May 7, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: May 9
  • Waterfalls Restaurant at The Atrium Hotel, 18700 MacArthur Blvd., Irvine, Closed: May 6, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • La Langosta, 13571 Harbor Blvd., Garden Grove, Closed: May 6, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 7
  • Niya Sushi, 5910 Warner Ave., Huntington Beach, Closed: May 6, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 7
  • Nitrolado, 10212 Westminster Ave., Suite 115, Garden Grove, Closed: May 6, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Kao Binh at Asian Garden Mall, 9200 Bolsa Ave., Suite 303, Westminster, Closed: May 3, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 6
  • Market at 76 station, 14886 Sand Canyon Ave., Irvine, Closed: May 3, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 4
  • Marisqueria La Jaiba Loka at Anaheim Marketplace, 1440 S. Anaheim Blvd., Suites I-18-20, Anaheim, Closed: May 3, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 3
  • Two Left Forks, 6511 Quail Hill Parkway, Irvine, Closed: May 2, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 3
  • Update: The Flame Broiler at 2100 Katella Ave., Suite 100, Anaheim, closed May 1 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened May 9.

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 25 to May 3. 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: May 1, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 2
  • Cha Oc Gia Huy, 10536 McFadden Ave., Garden Grove, Closed: May 1, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 3
  • Bo Kho 18, 10522 McFadden Ave., Garden Grove, Closed: April 30, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 1
  • Checker’s Grill, 765 The City Drive, Suite 130, Orange, Closed: April 26, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 29
  • Update: Country Club Donuts at 20040 Santa Ana Ave., Costa Mesa, closed April 24 because of a rodent infestation, reopened April 25.
  • Update: Haagen-Dazs at The Outlets at Orange, 20 City Blvd., Suite A-109, Orange, closed April 22 because of insufficient hot water, reopened April 23.
  • Picante’s, 907 S. Euclid Ave., Anaheim, Closed: May 1, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 2
  • Westend, 814 W. 19th St., Costa Mesa, Closed: May 1, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 2
  • The Flame Broiler, 2100 Katella Ave., Suite 100, Anaheim, Closed: May 1, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Mystic Water Kava Bar at Old World Village, 7561 Center Ave., Suite 6, Huntington Beach, Closed: April 30, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 1
  • Panaderia La Union No 2, 1847 W. Katella Ave., Anaheim, Closed: April 30, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 1
  • Arby’s, 23862 Bridger Road, Lake Forest, Closed: April 30, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: May 1
  • Sky Express at Mitsuwa Marketplace, 665 Paularino Ave., Costa Mesa, Closed: April 30, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 1
  • Miyabi-Tei at Mitsuwa Marketplace, 665 Paularino Ave., Costa Mesa, Closed: April 30, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 1
  • 98c Jumbo Dollar, 410 W. La Habra Blvd., La Habra, Closed: April 29, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 29
  • Los Pinos, 26721 Rancho Parkway, Lake Forest, Closed: April 25, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 29

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 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.

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.

This week’s Cochino List includes Superior Grocers

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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. 3 to Jan. 11, 2019. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Superior Grocers, 1720 E. 17th St., Santa Ana, Closed: Jan. 7, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 7
  • Birrieria Nochistlan, 1628 S. Standard Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: Jan. 3, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: Jan. 3
  • Golden Flower Veggie, 14942 Bushard St., Garden Grove, Closed: Jan. 11, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • BC Liquor, 12017 Beach Blvd., Stanton, Closed: Jan. 9, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 10
  • Tin Tin Seafood Restaurant, 669 N. Euclid St., Anaheim, Closed: Jan. 9, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • 7-Eleven, 2850 N. Brea Blvd., Fullerton, Closed: Jan. 9, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 11
  • Grinderz, 7561 Center Ave., Suite 53, Huntington Beach, Closed: Jan. 8, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 9
  • Tribute Coffee at Circle K, 13960 Harbor Blvd., Suite B, Garden Grove, Closed: Jan. 8, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 11
  • Beba’s, 1909 E. Lincoln Ave., Anaheim, Closed: Jan. 8, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 11
  • Sugar Shack Cafe, 2319 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, Closed: Jan. 4, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 4
  • Rene’s Donuts, 440 N. Lakeview Ave., Anaheim, Closed: Jan. 3, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 4
  • Poke + Roll 808, 129 Avenida Del Mar, Suite A, San Clemente, Closed: Jan. 3, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 4
  • Los Primos Cantina, 10176 Adams Ave., Huntington Beach, Closed: Jan. 3, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 4
  • Update: Goc Ha Noi Corner at 8516 Garden Grove Blvd., Garden Grove, closed Jan. 3 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened Jan 4.
  • Update: Tana Ethiopian Restaurant & Market at 2622 W. La Palma Ave., Anaheim, closed Dec. 27 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened Jan. 11

This week’s Cochino List includes Dollar Tree and 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 Nov. 23 to Nov. 30, 2018. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Dollar Tree, 3309 S. Bristol St., Santa Ana, Closed: Nov. 28, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • El Tapatio Dos Mexicanos Grill, 1214 E. Pomona St., Santa Ana, Closed: Nov. 28, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Nov. 29
  • Update: Kathy Market Agua at 700 E. First St., Suite B110, Santa Ana, closed Nov. 20 because of a rodent infestation, reopened Nov. 23

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This week’s Cochino List includes Costa Azul Restaurant and Kathy Market Agua

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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 Nov. 15 to Nov. 23, 2018. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Costa Azul Restaurant, 800 W. 17th St., Santa Ana, Closed: Nov. 20, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Nov. 21
  • Kathy Market Agua, 700 E. 1st St., Suite B110, Santa Ana, Closed: Nov. 20, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Bobby D’s Mexican Restaurant, 2139 N. Tustin St., Orange, Closed: Nov. 20, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Nov. 20

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Orange County expands a program that provide free meals to the homeless, elderly and disabled

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Orange County Expands Program to Provide Meals to Homeless, Elderly and Disabled Residents

Santa Ana, California – Fewer people in Orange County will go hungry.

On Tuesday, the Orange County Board of Supervisors approved $250,000 to expand the County’s Restaurant Meals Program, which provides meals to homeless, elderly and disabled residents who may otherwise go hungry.

“Orange County is dedicating more resources to our most vulnerable communities,” said Supervisor Andrew Do, Chairman of the Orange County Board of Supervisors. “Even here in prosperous Orange County, many struggle to access basic needs. We’re doing something to change that.” Continue reading→

This week’s Cochino List includes El Coral Bar, Yo! Sushi and Mil Jugos

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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 Nov. 8 to Nov. 16, 2018. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • El Coral Bar, 1902 S. Standard Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: Nov. 14, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Nov. 15
  • Yo! Sushi & Teriyaki, 2639 W. Edinger Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: Nov. 14, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Nov. 15
  • Jugos Victoria, 1421 S. Main St., Santa Ana, Closed: Nov. 14, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Nov. 16

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This week’s Cochino List includes El Paraiso Place and the Riverview Golf Course

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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 Nov. 1 to Nov. 9, 2018. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • El Paraiso Place, 1411 E. First St., Santa Ana, Closed: Nov. 8, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • River View Golf Snack Shop, 1800 W. 22nd St., Santa Ana, Closed: Nov. 7, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Nov. 7
  • Update: New Taste at 608 E. First St., Tustin, closed Oct. 29 because of plumbing in disrepair, reopened Nov. 2

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This week’s Cochino List includes Happy Place Nutrition

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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 Oct. 26 to Nov. 2, 2018. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Happy Place Nutrition, 1624 S. Main St., Santa Ana. Closed: Oct. 25, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • New Taste, 608 E. First St., Tustin, Closed: Oct. 29, Reason: Plumbing in disrepair
  • Hamle Supermarket, 9895 Warner Ave., Suite A, Fountain Valley, Permit downgraded to prepackaged food only: Nov. 1, Reason: Insufficient hot water/plumbing in disrepair

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This week’s Cochino List includes Taqueria de Anda and Majesty Restaurant

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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 Oct. 19 to 26, 2018. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Taqueria de Anda, 2610 W. Edinger Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: Oct. 23, Reason: Plumbing in disrepair, Reopened: Oct. 23
  • Majesty Restaurant, 5015 W. Edinger Ave., Suite V, Santa Ana, Closed: Oct. 24, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Oct. 25
  • Update: Mom’s & Baby’s Market at 1640 E. First St., Suite F, Santa Ana, closed Oct. 17 because of a rodent infestation, reopened Oct. 23

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