Major and minor violations led some restaurants to receive unsatisfactory health inspection scores. On March 17, 2025, the Department of Environmental Health and Quality of San Diego County ordered the temporary closure of two restaurants.
Please note that the results mentioned here are from a particular inspection conducted on March 17 and may not represent the future health inspection status of the establishments.
Highlights
- A dessert shop, a Japanese restaurant, a Chinese restaurant, and a store selling vitamins and supplements failed their health inspections.
- Authorities have scheduled routine and follow-up inspections.
- Some major and minor violations were found at these outlets along with some out-of-compliance procedures.
Restaurants Ordered Closed Due to Violations
Health inspections are routinely conducted by Health Inspection Department. Inspection scores are determined based on compliance with health regulations. Restaurants that fail to get a minimum required score are given results and further inspection orders accordingly.
This week, 2 outlets were ordered closed due to violations and low scores.
Thaicy Rolls Creamery
The dessert shop temporarily closed following inspection. (Source – Google Reviews)
- Where – 2720 E Plaza Blvd, Suite# T, National City, CA 91950-4002
- Date – March 17, 2025
Thaicy Rolls is a dessert shop that serves rolled ice cream, fruit sorbet rolls, and protein ice cream. The outlet had one major vermin violation. The two minor violations were regarding proper handwashing facilities and food contact surfaces. Equipment and utensils that were not currently in use were unclean to sight and touch. Utensils were not cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil.
Food employees are prohibited from handling animals or pets during working hours. Live animals should be prohibited in the food facility. Operators are asked to provide handwashing soap and sanitary single-use towels or drying devices for the workers in dispensers. All food contact surfaces, utensils, and equipment must be cleaned and sanitized.
Nonfood contact surface cleanliness and floors, walls, and ceilings were out of compliance. Shelves and dishware storage were dirty and there was grease accumulation on the sides of the deep fryer.
Bienestar Total
Bienestar Total, a store selling vitamins and supplements, was also ordered closed. (Source – Google Reviews)
- Where – 1281 N Santa Fe Ave F, Vista, CA 92084
- Date – March 17, 2025
The outlet of Bienestar Total was found to have a minor vermin violation, which is why it was ordered closed. Earlier also on March 12, 2025, the outlet was ordered closed due to major vermin and an out-of-compliance permit.
Minor vermin violations included non-disease-carrying insects present in the facility, the presence of active infestation by rodents or disease-carrying vectors in a non-preparation area, and non-service animals allowed in a food facility. Inspectors instructed the establishment to maintain cleanliness and eliminate vermin.
Follow-Up Inspections Scheduled
All four restaurants have been ordered to be closed until further inspection. The first two restaurants mentioned above are scheduled for routine inspections. The areas of the outlets that are used for food service will be thoroughly inspected again. Before re-opening, the restaurant has to ensure that all violations are fixed.
For the other two restaurants, the authorities will visit again to verify compliance with an official notice of violation, as a re-inspection has been ordered. If the restaurants meet the required health standards in the follow-up inspection, they will be permitted to reopen.
The health department emphasized the need for compliance with hygiene and food safety regulations. Food establishments are required to comply with food safety regulations to ensure public health.
