Two restaurants in Arlington were closed during recent health inspections, according to data from the city compiled by the Star-Telegram.
Health inspectors visited 95 locations between Nov. 13 and Dec. 3. Both closed establishments received scores of 75 or less on a scale of 100, with 70 considered extremely poor. A score of 75 or less requires a follow-up inspection.
First ToFu and Fast Food, at 2505 East Arkansas Lane (Suite 111), scored a 57. Vina Cafe, at 2232 South Collins St., scored 69.
Eleven facilities passed follow-up inspections.
Receiving perfect scores of 100 were In-N-Out Burgers at 1075 W. Interstate 20, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Arlington at 2011 Wynn Terrace, and Winco Foods bakery at 4620 S. Cooper St.
Arlington inspection reports don’t list details of the violations.
Here are the inspection scores and violations for restaurants within the city limits of Arlington for Nov. 6th - Nov. 12th, 2022. A score of 100 is a perfect score and 70 is considered to be extremely poor. Reinspections will be conducted for restaurants that score 75 or less. If serious health and sanitation violations are considered an imminent health hazard, the restaurant will be closed until the identified health hazard has been mitigated. To search the restaurant inspections, type in a restaurant name. You can also sort by score.
Steve Wilson is a native of Fort Worth and as the Star-Telegram’s platforms editor works with editors and reporters to tell stories in the best possible way using his knowledge of storytelling technology. He is also an avid cook and foodie and helps cover the local food scene. In fact, he’s a certified barbecue judge with the Kansas City Barbeque Society.
