Alleged cockroach infestation closes taco stand

SOUTH SAN FERNANDO DISTRICT -- The county health department closed a

San Fernando Boulevard taco stand for a week because of an insect

infestation, a health official said.

Pipiripau Taco, at 412 S. San Fernando Blvd., was closed on Nov. 22.

after a health inspector found live cockroaches on walls, cabinets and

throughout the cooking area, said health department spokesman Paul

Husson.

The restaurant allegedly also had flies in the cooking area and

several other minor violations -- including a broken thermometer in the

refrigerator and holes and gaps throughout the structure.

On Nov. 24, the health department returned to the stand for a

follow-up check and again found live cockroaches in the building,

officials said.

Pipiripau was allowed to reopen with a department grade of “C” on Nov.

29.