Love Pho II, an Asian restaurant on El Paso's East Side, squeaked past the city's failing line with a food-safety score of 73 during routine inspections conducted Dec. 1–5. The number keeps the pho shop open for business, but it is well behind several kitchens that pulled off near-perfect and perfect scores in the same round.
How El Paso’s Health Scores Actually Work
Under El Paso’s grading system, any score of 70 or higher is considered passing, while restaurants that land at 60 or below can be temporarily shut down, according to the City of El Paso Department of Public Health. Inspectors document violations, then typically give operators a chance to fix problems before scheduling a follow-up visit.
Who Aced Inspections The Same Week
In the Dec. 1–5 inspection cycle, Love Pho II’s 73 put it in the lower tier of scores citywide, as reported by the El Paso Times. Several places landed at the top of the chart, including Whataburger #634 plus hospital and church kitchens that notched perfect 100s, and Pilot Travel Center #728, which scored a 99.
The same roundup shows other restaurants clustered in the mid 70s, including Tortas Davis and Border City Ale House, while Alejandro's Tortilla Factory came in with a 75.
What A Low Score Triggers Behind The Scenes
Borderline or low marks usually mean the health department will be back. Inspectors can schedule reinspections and, if violations linger, move toward enforcement. Closure is generally reserved for the most serious or uncorrected issues, and the timing of a reinspection depends on how severe the problems are, according to the City of El Paso Department of Public Health.
What Diners Should Take From The Score
Health inspections capture conditions on a single visit, so one low score does not always spell long-term trouble. Many restaurants address violations and show stronger results the next time inspectors stop by. For a full breakdown of scores from the Dec. 1–5 inspections and how other local spots stacked up, check the weekly list published by the El Paso Times.
