Dead mice stuck to a glue trap and fresh rodent droppings turned up in the kitchen at Fair Park Grocery during Dallas’ latest health inspections, one of several pest sightings across the city. Inspectors also logged roaches at multiple restaurants and issued a wave of low scores that require follow-up checks. The reports span inspections conducted between Oct. 19 and last Saturday.
The roundup, compiled by the Fort Worth Star‑Telegram from a weekly inspection database run by Candi Bolden and covering roughly 389 inspections, underscores a range of issues citywide. As reported by the Fort Worth Star‑Telegram, Fair Park Grocery was cited for “rodent droppings in the kitchen area and dead mice on a glue trap” and received a score of 70 on the city’s 100‑point scale.
How Dallas’ inspection scores work
Dallas grades food establishments on a 100‑point system, with point deductions tied to specific violations and follow‑up actions. According to the City of Dallas inspection site, lower scores typically prompt re‑inspection and, in serious cases, can trigger permit suspension until violations are corrected.
Which businesses were flagged
As reported by the Fort Worth Star‑Telegram, Together Forever Business Corp/World Kitchen scored 59 after inspectors found roaches in a reach‑in cooler and in the walk‑in cooler near food. Other low marks included El Pulpo (66) and Egg Roll Hut (67). The report also listed roach sightings at Gabriela & Sofia’s Tex‑Mex (83) and Trees (89), and noted that even a higher‑scoring spot like Timbers Beverage had a roach inside a microwave. The spread of scores shows pest issues can crop up across different kinds of operations.
Public health risk
Rodent droppings and carcasses in food‑prep areas can contaminate surfaces and food and increase the risk of infection or foodborne illness. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says signs of rodents in food areas require prompt sanitation and professional pest control to reduce health risks.
What happens next
Under city rules, low‑scoring establishments are scheduled for re‑inspection and may need to correct violations before returning to normal operations. The City of Dallas inspection portal outlines the re‑inspection process and guidance for businesses addressing pest issues or other critical violations.
For customers, inspection reports reflect a single visit; many operators fix problems and pass follow‑ups, while others require more extensive remediation. We’ll keep an eye on new reports and re‑inspections as they’re posted.
