Garden Grove Coffee Shop Shut Down for Illegal Strip Club Operation

Police cite 17 people and issue violations for nudity and unlicensed alcohol sales.

Feb. 9, 2026 at 12:31am

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A Garden Grove coffee shop known as DD's Cafe was shut down by police last week after it was discovered to be operating as an illegal strip club. Authorities cited 17 people for misdemeanor nudity and ticketed the business for having alcohol inside without a license. The coffee shop has now been red-tagged with a "Do Not Enter" order due to various building violations, including fire hazards and land use issues.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the ongoing challenges that local authorities face in regulating illicit activities masquerading as legitimate businesses. The shutdown of DD's Cafe raises questions about code enforcement, public safety, and the need for greater oversight of establishments that may be exploiting loopholes or operating under the radar.

The details

According to reports, DD's Cafe, located in the 10500 block of McFadden Avenue in Garden Grove, was known to locals as a secret strip club. One woman recounted her experience of unknowingly walking into the establishment, only to find everyone inside was naked. After the incident gained traction on social media, Garden Grove police conducted a raid last week, citing 17 people for misdemeanor nudity and ticketing the business for having alcohol without a license. The coffee shop has now been red-tagged with a "Do Not Enter" order due to various building violations, including fire hazards and land use issues.

  • On February 3, 2026, Garden Grove police shut down DD's Cafe and cited 17 people for misdemeanor nudity.
  • The business was cited for having alcohol inside without a license.

The players

DD's Cafe

A Garden Grove coffee shop that was discovered to be operating as an illegal strip club.

Garden Grove Police

The local law enforcement agency that conducted the raid and shut down DD's Cafe for various violations.

Anh Nguyen

A Garden Grove local who was aware of the illicit activities taking place at DD's Cafe.

Paulina Abena

A woman who unknowingly walked into DD's Cafe and discovered it was operating as a strip club, later sharing her experience on social media.

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What they’re saying

“I hear that's been a thing. ... There's sex workers, strippers, all that kind of stuff.”

— Anh Nguyen, Garden Grove Local

“I went to a strip club today by accident. I know what you're thinking, 'By accident?' But for real, for real, by accident. ... I walk in and everybody's naked.”

— Paulina Abena

What’s next

The authorities will continue to investigate the illegal activities at DD's Cafe and determine if any additional charges or penalties will be pursued against the business owners.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the ongoing challenges that local authorities face in regulating illicit activities masquerading as legitimate businesses. It underscores the need for greater oversight and enforcement to ensure public safety and prevent the exploitation of loopholes or under-the-radar operations.