November Roundup of Restaurant Closures By The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health

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Jerry's Deli ruben sandwich

Since the hepatitis scare at Jerry's Famous Deli in Westwood last month, specifically on Nov. 18, 21, 23 and 24, many of us have been weary of our restaurant choices. And some of us are getting hepatitis A vaccinations or immune globulin shots. If you were exposed, "shots must be received within 14 days of exposure in order to reduce or prevent illness," according to an L.A. County Public Health Department press release.

Sure, we can't predict the future, but the health department luckily gives us a heads up on all food spots (including health food stores, all-natural bakeries, and gourmet eateries) that have been shut down for "imminent health hazards to public health or safety" and other beauts of the sort. Turn the page for a list of November closures and a few reopenings.

All Natural: 11681 S Atlantic Ave., Lynwood. Date Closed: November 2. Reason for Closure: No Public Health Permit.

Ashley's Candy: 653 E Hyde Park Blvd., A, Inglewood. Date Closed: November 9. Reason for Closure: No Public Health Permit.

Bar Copa: 2810 Main St., Santa Monica. Date Closed: November 3. Date Reopened: November 5. Reason for Closure: vermin harborage and vermin infestation.

Buffalo Nickel Restaurant: 57 Pebbly Beach Road, Avalon. Date Closed: November 17. Reason for Closure: vermin harborage and vermin infestation.

Casa Nostra: 1515 Palisades Drive, Pacific Palisades. Date Closed: November 4. Reason for Closure: No Public Health Permit.

Chanitos: 1064 S Broadway, Los Angeles. Date Closed: October 28. Date Reopened: November 5. Reason for Closure: vermin harborage and vermin infestation.

Continental and Sumo Sushi: 5254 Van Nuys Blvd., Sherman Oaks. Date Closed: November 15. Date Reopened: November 19. Reason for Closure: vermin harborage and vermin infestation.

Dirdawa Cafe: 1120 W Florence Ave., Inglewood. Date Closed: October 25. Date Reopened: November 18. Reason for Closure: Vermin harborage and vermin infestation.

Doner King: 22349 Sherman Way, Canoga Park. Date Closed: November 19. Reason for Closure: No Public Health Permit.

El Bukanas: 100 N Citrus Ave., Covina. Date Closed: November 18. Reason for Closure: No Public Health Permit.

El Quetzal Bakery: 713 S Hoover St., Los Angeles. Date Closed: October 29. Date Reopened: November 2. Reason for Closure: gross contamination of utensils/equipment; vermin harborage; and vermin infestation.

El Quetzal Market: 713 S Hoover St., Los Angeles. Date Closed: October 29. Date Reopened: November 2. Reason for Closure: gross contamination of utensils/equipment; vermin harborage;
and vermin infestation.

Famous Joe's Mexican Restaurant: 15334 E Whittier Blvd. #5, Whittier. Date Closed: November 5. Reason for Closure: sewage.

Golden Bakers: 9444 Telegraph Road, Downey. Date Closed: November 2. Reason for Closure: gross contamination of utensils/equipment; vermin harborage; and vermin infestation.