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LA Market Shuts Down Food Stalls Over Pests
22 Jul
Summary
- Three restaurants at Grand Central Market were closed last week.
- Inspectors cited 'vermin infestation' as the reason for closures.
- All affected eateries reopened within 48 hours after reinspection.
Last week, three independent food vendors at the historic Grand Central Market in Downtown Los Angeles were temporarily shuttered by health inspectors. Olio Wood Fired Pizzeria, Shiku, and McConnell's Fine Ice Creams faced closure due to "vermin infestation," which includes the presence of rodents, insects, or birds in food preparation or dining areas. All three businesses received substantial point deductions for these violations, according to health department records.
McConnell's Fine Ice Creams was closed on July 14 and reopened on July 17. Shiku was also shut down on July 14, followed by Olio Wood Fired Pizzeria on July 16. A spokesperson for Grand Central Market confirmed that all three restaurants passed their reinspections within 48 hours of being notified of the issues.
The market maintains a proactive pest management program with a licensed provider, conducting routine services multiple times weekly. These closures highlight a common occurrence in Los Angeles, where the County Department of Public Health frequently closes establishments for various reasons, with most businesses reopening shortly after addressing the violations.
