A well-known bistro in West Hollywood has shut down because of a pest problem, as reported by the Los Angeles Department of Public Health.
Public health officials noted that recent inspections revealed five live cockroaches in the kitchen and dead ones in both the bar and dry goods storage area.
During this inspection, WeHo Bistro was cited for two “major” violations and one “minor” violation related to pest issues.
This bistro, known for its casual French atmosphere, will remain closed starting Wednesday and has been categorized as a “high risk” establishment with 31-60 seats.
The evaluations resulted in an 11-point deduction for failing to be “free from insects, rodents, birds and animals,” four points for not keeping “food contact surfaces: clean and sanitary,” and two points for inadequate “heating and cooling temperatures.”
Officials reported that the bistro received a public health grade of ‘C’ following the inspection.
The bistro is owned by Jeff Dweck, who aimed to create a welcoming spot for diners. “I wanted a place that people feel they can always come to, embracing the vibrancy of this corner,” he shared.
Despite the closure, which the restaurant attributed to “unforeseen circumstances” and stated on its social media it hopes to reopen by Sunday, Dweck mentioned that many of his customers are regulars who appreciate the atmosphere. Some patrons have even remarked that dining there feels like a journey to their favorite cities, like Montreal or Paris.
The California Post has reached out to WeHo Bistro for further comments.
