Jim Brown

Downgrade at The US Grant’s Downtown Dining Room Puts Spotlight on Health Standards

The US Grant Hotel’s dining operation at 326 Broadway in downtown San Diego has been downgraded following a recent county health inspection, according to public records. While the full list of citations was not immediately available at publication time, the change in status indicates that inspectors observed issues significant enough to reduce the establishment’s grade…

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VALERIAS TACO SHOP — OCEANSIDE

San Diego County health inspectors have ordered VALERIAS TACO SHOP to temporarily cease operations following a recent inspection. The closure stems from violations including proper reheating; hot and cold water; thawing methods. The restaurant, located at 3617 OCEAN RANCH BLVD, SUITE# 108, OCEANSIDE, CA 92056-8600, will remain closed until all health code violations are addressed…

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FRUITY LOCO — SPRING VALLEY

FRUITY LOCO, a San Diego County restaurant, received a C grade during a recent health inspection. Inspectors documented violations including permit. The establishment at 9766 CAMPO RD, SPRING VALLEY, CA 91977 will need to address these issues to improve its health rating. FRUITY LOCO9766 CAMPO RD, SPRING VALLEY, CA 91977 Inspection Date: 2026-01-29 Outcome: Downgraded…

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ALOHA GRILL LLC — VISTA

San Diego County health inspectors have ordered ALOHA GRILL LLC to temporarily cease operations following a recent inspection. The closure stems from violations including proper handwashing facilities; vermin; nonfood contact surfaces clean; equipment, utensils, linens storage and use; wiping cloths; garbage and refuse; floors, walls, and ceilings. The restaurant, located at 2440 S MELROSE DR,…

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ALOHA GRILL LLC — VISTA

San Diego County health inspectors have ordered ALOHA GRILL LLC to temporarily cease operations following a recent inspection. The closure stems from violations including vermin; nonfood contact surfaces clean; floors, walls, and ceilings. The restaurant, located at 2440 S MELROSE DR, VISTA, CA 92081-8786, will remain closed until all health code violations are addressed and…

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KIKOS PLACE DOWNTOWN — SAN DIEGO

KIKOS PLACE DOWNTOWN, a San Diego County restaurant, received a C grade during a recent health inspection. Inspectors documented violations including permit. The establishment at 407 C ST, SAN DIEGO, CA 92101 will need to address these issues to improve its health rating. KIKOS PLACE DOWNTOWN407 C ST, SAN DIEGO, CA 92101 Inspection Date: 2026-01-28…

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MERAKI CAFE — SAN DIEGO

San Diego County health inspectors have ordered MERAKI CAFE to temporarily cease operations following a recent inspection. The closure stems from violations including food safety certification; proper handwashing facilities; vermin. The restaurant, located at 1735 ADAMS AVE, SAN DIEGO, CA 92116, will remain closed until all health code violations are addressed and the facility passes…

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TASTE OF THE HIMALAYAS — SAN DIEGO

San Diego County health inspectors have ordered TASTE OF THE HIMALAYAS to temporarily cease operations following a recent inspection. The closure stems from violations including hot and cold water; vermin; nonfood contact surfaces clean; floors, walls, and ceilings. The restaurant, located at 1260 UNIVERSITY AVE, SAN DIEGO, CA 92103, will remain closed until all health…

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US GRANT HOTEL — SAN DIEGO

San Diego County health inspectors have ordered US GRANT HOTEL to temporarily cease operations following a recent inspection. The closure stems from violations including vermin. The restaurant, located at 326 BROADWAY, SAN DIEGO, CA 92101, will remain closed until all health code violations are addressed and the facility passes a follow-up inspection. US GRANT HOTEL326…

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MERAKI CAFE — SAN DIEGO

San Diego County health inspectors have ordered MERAKI CAFE to temporarily cease operations following a recent inspection. The closure stems from violations including vermin. The restaurant, located at 1735 ADAMS AVE, SAN DIEGO, CA 92116, will remain closed until all health code violations are addressed and the facility passes a follow-up inspection. MERAKI CAFE1735 ADAMS…

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