News Summary
Several restaurants and food vendors in Orange County were closed and later reopened due to health violations primarily involving cockroach infestations. The closures, which occurred between June 26 and July 3, highlight the ongoing efforts of health inspectors to ensure consumer safety. Notable establishments like Hong Kong Express, Wow Pho & Steak Restaurant, and DonerG were among those affected. Weekly updates from the OC Health Care Agency provide essential information to the public regarding restaurant health status, promoting safe dining choices in the community.
Orange County health inspectors closed and later reopened several restaurants and food vendors due to health violations between June 26 and July 3. The closures were primarily due to cockroach infestations, which posed health risks to consumers. The status update of these establishments is made available weekly, based on data from the OC Health Care Agency database.
Details of Closures and Reopenings
The following restaurants in Orange County were closed for health violations and have since reopened:
- Hong Kong Express located at 11092 Magnolia St., Suite B, Garden Grove, was closed on June 26 due to a cockroach infestation and subsequently reopened on June 30.
- Wow Pho & Steak Restaurant at 2801 W. Ball Road, Suite 15-A, Anaheim, experienced closure on June 25 for similar violations and reopened on July 3.
- DonerG, situated at 2139 E. Ball Road, Anaheim, was shut down on June 24 due to a cockroach problem but reopened on July 1.
- Ngoc Thuyen Vegetarian Foods located at Lucky Seafood Supermarket, 12081 Brookhurst St., Garden Grove, also closed on June 24 for a cockroach infestation and reopened on July 1.
Additional Establishments Affected
Several other establishments were also ordered to close during this period but have since been given the green light to reopen. These include:
- Heat Ultra Lounge at Anaheim GardenWalk, 400 W. Disney Way, Suite 214, Anaheim.
- Bao Nhi Pho & Grill at 1224 S. Magnolia Ave., Suite A, Anaheim.
- Luck Gai Cafe at 3440 E. Orangethorpe Ave., Anaheim.
- Harpoon Henry’s Seafood Restaurant at 34555 Golden Lantern St., Dana Point.
- Meat Box USA at 1001 S. Brookhurst Road, Suite 106, Fullerton.
- Harry’s Cafe at 8461 Katella Ave., Stanton.
- I Can Barbecue Korean Grill at 5781 Alton Parkway, Irvine.
- Food sales at OCI Polynesian Store at 9721 Garden Grove Blvd., Garden Grove.
- Spicy City at 14310 Culver Drive, Suite A-100, Irvine.
- Cucina Enoteca at Irvine Spectrum Center, 532 Spectrum Center Drive, Irvine.
- Imperial Burgers at 241 E. Imperial Highway, La Habra.
Health Enforcement and Consumer Safety
The enforcement actions taken by health inspectors are part of an ongoing effort to ensure the safety and well-being of consumers in Orange County. By regularly inspecting local restaurants and food vendors, health authorities aim to identify and rectify health hazards that could potentially harm the public.
The status updates for the closures and reopenings are essential for consumers who wish to make informed dining choices. The OC Health Care Agency publishes this list weekly to keep the community aware of any violations that may affect their health.
Background on Health Inspections
Health inspections in Orange County focus on various aspects of food safety, including proper sanitation, pest control, and safe food handling practices. Violations, especially those relating to pests like cockroaches, can quickly lead to closure to mitigate health risks. This proactive approach allows health inspectors to safeguard public health while also helping restaurants improve their operations.
For consumers, awareness of these health inspections and the subsequent updates can play an important role in promoting safe dining experiences in their community. The transparency offered by such reports serves to educate the public and encourage higher standards within the food service industry.
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Additional Resources
- OC Register: Orange County Restaurants Shut Down (June 19-26)
- Wikipedia: Food Safety
- OC Register: Orange County Restaurants Shut Down (May 22-29)
- Google Search: Health Inspections Orange County
- OC Register: Orange County Restaurants Shut Down (Dec 12-19)
- Google Scholar: Restaurant Health Inspections
- LA Times: Anaheim’s Jägerhaus Closes
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Restaurant Sanitation
- OC Register: Orange County Restaurants Shut Down (March 13-20)
