Cockroaches found during health inspection at The Wicked Hop forces temporary closure

Milwaukee Health Department

MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- The Wicked Hop, located in Milwaukee's popular Third Ward, has been forced to temporarily close after the health department found cockroaches during an inspection. 

According to a report from the Milwaukee Health Department, the order to cease operations was filed Wednesday, Feb. 25. 

The report says inspectors located several dead American cockroaches throughout the basement food storage, single-service storage, and prep kitchen areas. A live cockroach was also found in the main kitchen on the first floor. 

According to the health department, The Wicked Hop must remedy the issues before they can reopen. 

Cockroach found at The Wicked Hop Milwaukee Health Department

Cockroach found at The Wicked Hop Milwaukee Health Department

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