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Bikini Café Raided: 17 Arrested for Public Nudity

2/10/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Seventeen people were arrested at DD Café in Garden Grove, California, after investigators found it operated as a bikini cafe with employees in revealing clothing offering lap dances.
The Garden Grove Police Department obtained a search warrant on February 5 and cited the café for public nudity codes and operating without a liquor license.
The establishment has been permanently closed.
Residents note that similar businesses are common in the area.

History

Historical Context

In 1980, California implemented regulations for adult entertainment venues to address public nudity and licensing compliance, with over 1,000 establishments reported under these laws. The recent closure of DD Café in Garden Grove highlights ongoing enforcement issues, reflecting the tension between local governance and adult entertainment, and prompting discussions on stricter regulations to uphold community standards.

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Story summary

Seventeen people were arrested at DD Café in Garden Grove, California, after investigators found it operated as a bikini cafe with employees in revealing clothing offering lap dances.
The Garden Grove Police Department obtained a search warrant on February 5 and cited the café for public nudity codes and operating without a liquor license.
The establishment has been permanently closed.
Residents note that similar businesses are common in the area.

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