San Bernardino County Shuts Down One Restaurant

Health inspectors order temporary closure of Masala restaurant in Loma Linda

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

San Bernardino County health inspectors ordered the temporary closure of one restaurant, Masala in Loma Linda, during the week of February 12-19, 2026. This is part of the county's regular reporting on restaurants and food vendors that are shut down and allowed to reopen based on health code violations.

Why it matters

Restaurant closures by health departments are important to track as they indicate potential food safety and public health issues that need to be addressed. San Bernardino County regularly publishes these updates to keep the community informed about local eateries that may pose a risk.

The details

According to the county's Department of Public Health, Masala restaurant located at 25227 Redlands Blvd., Suite E in Loma Linda was ordered to close during the February 12-19 time period due to unspecified health code violations. The restaurant was then allowed to reopen after addressing the issues.

  • The restaurant closure occurred during the week of February 12-19, 2026.

The players

Masala

A restaurant located in Loma Linda, California that was temporarily shut down by San Bernardino County health inspectors.

San Bernardino County Department of Public Health

The local health department responsible for inspecting restaurants and food vendors in San Bernardino County and ordering temporary closures when health code violations are found.

Got photos? Submit your photos here. ›

The takeaway

This incident highlights the important role that county health departments play in ensuring food safety and public health by closely monitoring local restaurants and taking action when issues are identified. It serves as a reminder for diners to be aware of health inspection reports when choosing where to eat.