Three restaurants closed for roaches in latest Arlington health inspections
Three Arlington restaurants were closed because of roach infestations and two failed inspections in the latest round of visits from the city’s health department, according to data from the city compiled by the Star-Telegram.
The city inspected 51 restaurants from July 17 to July 23.
Pancho Tacos at 3209 East Division St., which was also closed the week prior due to a roach infestation, was once again told to keep its doors closed on July 18.
BT Crab Shack at 1818 E. Pioneer Parkway and Blu Lounge Bar and Grill at 2535 E. Arkansas Lane were also closed. BT Crab Shack scored 70 out of 100, and Blu Lounge Bar and Grill scored 86, according to the records. The city said roach infestations were the reason they were closed.
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Two other restaurants failed their inspections.
Pho 18 at 2216 New York Ave. scored a 58, the lowest performance in this round of inspections, on July 22. Inspectors noted “conditions of filth,” excessive flies, no trained food handlers, improperly stored food and unclean contact surfaces.
Mariscos Super Mix at 3503 E. Division St. had the second lowest score, with a failing 60 because of conditions pf filth,” improper food storage, unlabeled chemical spray bottles and temperature violations.
They’ll both have to undergo followup inspections.
The restaurants closed could not be reached for comment.
This story was originally published July 28, 2022 at 11:16 AM.