Coffee Shop Near California High School Allegedly Operated as Strip Club

Undercover investigation found women performing lap dances at DD Café, located just 0.1 miles from La Quinta High School.

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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An undercover investigation by Fox11 Los Angeles found that DD Café, a coffee shop located near a high school in Orange County, California, was allegedly operating as an unlicensed strip club. The report indicated that women at the establishment wore minimal clothing, gave lap dances, and allowed customers to bring in alcohol for an additional charge. The Garden Grove Police Department subsequently served a search warrant at the location and made 17 arrests.

Why it matters

The operation of an unlicensed adult entertainment business in close proximity to a high school raises significant concerns about the safety and well-being of minors in the community. This case highlights the need for strict enforcement of local zoning laws and regulations governing the placement of adult-oriented establishments.

The details

According to the Fox11 report, undercover cameras captured women performing lap dances at DD Café, which is licensed as a coffee shop but is located just 0.1 miles from La Quinta High School. The café allegedly allowed customers to bring in alcohol for an additional charge, in violation of its coffee shop license. The Garden Grove Police Department conducted an investigation and served a search warrant at the location, resulting in 17 arrests.

  • On February 5, 2026, the Garden Grove Police Department announced the investigation and arrests in a Facebook post.
  • The undercover investigation by Fox11 Los Angeles that uncovered the alleged illegal activities at DD Café was conducted prior to the police action.

The players

DD Café

A coffee shop located in Orange County, California, near La Quinta High School, that was allegedly operating as an unlicensed strip club.

Garden Grove Police Department

The law enforcement agency that conducted an investigation into DD Café and served a search warrant, resulting in 17 arrests.

La Quinta High School

A high school located just 0.1 miles away from the DD Café, raising concerns about the proximity of the alleged adult entertainment establishment to a school.

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What they’re saying

“The business was red-tagged with the assistance of Garden Grove Code Enforcement.”

— Garden Grove Police Department (Facebook)

“DD Café is a 'strip club'.”

— Local resident (Fox11 Los Angeles)

What’s next

The Garden Grove Police Department stated that the investigation is ongoing, and it is unclear if the owner of DD Café will face any additional charges or if the business will be allowed to continue operating.

The takeaway

This case highlights the importance of strict enforcement of local zoning laws and regulations to prevent the operation of unlicensed adult entertainment businesses in close proximity to schools and other sensitive areas. It also raises concerns about the potential for exploitation and the impact on the local community.