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A pinch of patriotism helps the staff at America’s on 502 W. Tyler in Harlingen “Keep It Clean” in the kitchen.

The restaurant prides itself on serving quality food under the shining colors of Old Glory.

The eatery is a three-time top performer on Food 4 Thought.

America’s scored zero demerits once again on a recent health inspection report.

The restaurant’s sole waitress said divine intervention brought the Food Patrol to see her.

Food 4 Thought is her favorite program on television, according to Amelia Toribio.

But it wasn’t all good news this week at Valley kitchens.

Click on the video link to see the good, the bad and the dirty dining as we reveal “what’s not on the menu” in this week’s Food 4 Thought.

Weekly Low Performer List: (total number of demerits)

Brownsville
Elva’s Mexican 1775 Central Blvd (46) *Corn Bread with Ants Inside, Roaches*

Edinburg
Mercado Super Store 1428 E Monte Cristo (27) *Fly Infestation, Improper Hygienic Practices*

Weslaco
Tejano Mart 1540 E Business 83 (31) *Flies, Improper Hygienic Practices*

Weekly Top Performer List:

Harlingen
America’s 502 W Tyler Ave
Subway 102 E Jackson
Whataburger 1605 W Harrison

McAllen
Mama’s Pizzeria 401 N 10th
Blimpie S 15th St

San Benito
Captain Al’s 2180 W Business 77

Alton
Paraiso Mexican Mayberry Rd & Conway