News Summary
Multiple restaurants and food vendors in Orange County faced temporary closures due to health violations from June 12 to June 19. Health inspectors mandated these actions to ensure compliance with safety regulations. Some establishments were able to reopen within the week after addressing the required issues, while others remained closed. The latest updates highlight the ongoing efforts of the Orange County Health Care Agency to maintain public health and safety standards in food service operations.
Orange County Restaurants Ordered to Close and Allowed to Reopen from June 12 to June 19, 2025
Orange County health inspectors took action against multiple restaurants and food vendors from June 12 to June 19, 2025, mandating temporary closures due to health violations. Various establishments, including seafood restaurants, pizzerias, and sushi spots, were ordered to cease operations, with some allowed to reopen within the week after addressing the identified issues.
Affected Establishments
The following restaurants and food vendors were among those impacted:
- Tan Cang Newport Seafood, 4411 W. First St., Santa Ana
- Botana Express at MainPlace Mall, 2800 N. Main St., Suite 9210, Santa Ana
- Kababji, 513 S. Brookhurst St., Anaheim
- Roll & Co, 1065 Brea Mall, Brea
- Blake’s Place, 2905 E. Miraloma Ave., Suite 3, Anaheim
- Craftsman Wood Fired Pizza, 148 E. Yorba Linda Blvd., Placentia
- Teo Banh Mi Banh Cuon, 14014 Magnolia St., Suite 1-C, Westminster
- Harpoon Henry’s Seafood Restaurant, 34555 Golden Lantern St., Dana Point
- Wok & Roll, 4030 N. Harbor Blvd., Fullerton
- AFC Sushi at Ralphs, 5345 Alton Parkway, Irvine
Individual Closures and Reopen Dates
House Nutrition, located at 12421 Haster St., Garden Grove, was ordered to close on June 11 due to the lack of sufficient hot water and successfully reopened on June 19. Another notable closure occurred at a concession stand at Angel Stadium, 2000 E. Gene Autry Way, Anaheim, which closed on June 11 due to a sewage overflow issue, but was permitted to reopen on June 18 after the problem was addressed.
Weekly Updates
These closures and reopenings are reported on a weekly basis and are part of an ongoing effort by the Orange County Health Care Agency to ensure public safety at food establishments. The status updates regarding closures and permitted reopenings are made available to the public in the following week’s list to encourage compliance with health standards.
Background Context
The Orange County Health Care Agency regularly inspects food service operations to guarantee that they meet health and safety regulations. These inspections aim to protect the health of the community and prevent potential foodborne illnesses. The agency records any infractions that may jeopardize the well-being of patrons and mandates necessary actions such as temporary closures until compliance is achieved. All affected establishments are given the chance to rectify any issues to ensure safe dining experiences for their customers.
With public health as a priority, the Orange County Health Care Agency continues its diligent work in monitoring food vendors and assessing their adherence to safety standards, providing transparency to the community about food safety practices in the area.
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Additional Resources
- Orange County Register: Restaurants Shut Down by Health Inspectors
- Wikipedia: Food Safety
- LA Eater: Best New Restaurants in Orange County
- Google Search: Orange County restaurants health inspections
- Daily Breeze: OC Restaurants in Real Housewives of Orange County
- Google Scholar: Health Inspections in Restaurants
- Modern Luxury: Best Mexican Restaurants in Orange County
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Restaurant Health Inspections
- Patch: Orange County Restaurant Week Dining Guide
- Google News: Orange County restaurant closures
