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THE FRENCH MARKET RESTAURANT INC

1001 DECATUR ST NEW ORLEANS, LA 70116

Combined report: 4 permit areas
Restaurant
+ Cuisine
Safe Bite Grade D Bad 04/22/2026
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Safe Bite Grade is independently calculated by Safe Bite Report based on public LDH inspection data. Not an official health department grade. Grade based on latest inspection cycle through 04/22/2026. Previous inspection history affects the grade. How we calculate.

Grade History
Current Safe Bite Grade: D
04/22/2026 Routine
5 critical -360 points C → F
02/24/2026 2nd Follow-Up
1 critical -120 points D → C
01/27/2026 1st Follow-Up
1 critical -120 points F → D
01/12/2026 Routine
10 critical -665 points A → F
10/28/2025 Routine
0 critical 0 points A
Inspection — 04/22/2026
Safe Bite Grade: F
Critical Corrected ~8.0× illness risk = 90 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 04/22/26

Food stored for cold-holding and service was not held at a temperature of 41 °F or below. CRAB CAKES-49F VOLUNTARILY PLACED INTO A WASTECAN AND DENATURED WITH BLEACH [Corrected]

Safe Bite Analysis Listeria Salmonella B. cereus C. perfringens

Food held above 41°F enters the 'danger zone' where bacteria multiply rapidly. Listeria can grow even under refrigeration — above 41°F, growth accelerates dangerously. This is one of the most common causes of foodborne outbreaks.

Critical Corrected ~8.0× illness risk = 90 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 04/22/26

Using time only as a public health control| food was not marked or otherwise identified with the time within which it would be cooked | served | or discarded. [Corrected]

Safe Bite Analysis Salmonella C. perfringens B. cereus S. aureus Listeria

When food spends too long in the temperature 'danger zone' (41°F-135°F), bacteria can multiply to dangerous levels in hours. Some bacteria produce toxins during this time that survive reheating — the damage is done even if you cook it again.

Critical ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts 04/22/26

Warewashing equipment used as food contact surfaces are not cleaned as required. DISH RACKS HEAVILY SOILED

Safe Bite Analysis Norovirus Listeria Salmonella E. coli

Cutting boards, slicers, prep tables, and utensils that aren't clean become vehicles for spreading bacteria and viruses between food items. A dirty slicer used for deli meat is a classic Listeria transmission pathway.

Critical ~3.0× illness risk = 60 pts 04/22/26

A backflow prevention device is not installed on a threaded faucet where a hose is attached. AT MOP SINK

Safe Bite Analysis Waterborne pathogens Chemical contaminants Copper/metal leaching

Failed backflow prevention means contaminated water from drains, chemical lines, or equipment can flow backward into the clean water supply. FDA has documented cases where this caused copper poisoning from beverage systems.

Critical ~3.0× illness risk = 60 pts 04/22/26

Roaches are present in the establishment.

Safe Bite Analysis Salmonella E. coli Allergens

Cockroaches crawl through drains, sewage, and waste then walk on food and prep surfaces, mechanically transferring bacteria like Salmonella and E. coli.

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 04/22/26

Moist cloths used for wiping spills on food contact surfaces are not stored in approved chemical sanitizer between uses. [Corrected]

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/22/26

Plumbing is not maintained. MISSING SPIGOT AT LARGE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK LEFT SIDE, PVC PIPES BELOW SMALL THREE COMPARTMENT SINK NOT CLEAN, LEAK AT BUSER DUMP SINK

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/22/26

Mop sink is not accessible and cannot be used to clean wet floor cleaning tools and for the disposal of mop water or similar waste.

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/22/26

Openings are not protected against the entry of rodents or insects. BOTTOM OF EXIT DOORS IN DRY STORAGE AREA-OPENING NOTED TO OUTSIDE [Repeat]

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/22/26

Floors are not smooth and easily cleanable. 3701.6 - Floor is not maintained in good repair. DRY STORAGE AREA NEAR EXIT DOORS

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/22/26

Walls/ceilings or attached equipment are not clean. VENT COVER IN RESTROOMS NOT CLEAN, WALLS IN WAITRESS STATION, LOWER WALL BELOW SMALL THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, PEACH COLORED WALL SPACE NEAR EXIT DOOR IN DRY STORAGE AREA, VENT COVERS AND CEILING ABOVE COOKS AREA KITCHEN, BLACK RESIDUE NOTED CEILING IN DRY STORAGE AREA, ELECTRICAL OUTLET ABOVE PREP COOLER NEAR STEAM TABLE [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/22/26

Walls/ceilings or attached equipment are not in good repair. MISSING VENT COVER IN ICE MACHINE ROOM, SEVERAL OPENINGS NOTED AROUND PIPES/CEILING IN DISHMACHINE ROOM, PEELING PAINTED NOTED ON SEVERAL DOORS IN VARIOUS AREAS, CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD COVERS, LIGHT OUT UNDER HOOD, WALL SPACE BEHIND ICE MAKER-LOWER SECTION, HALF WALL IN WAITRESS STATION, INTERIOR OF DOOR TO WALKIN COOLER HOLE NOTED/RUSTY, OPENING IN CEILING IN ICE MACHINE ROOM, [Repeat]

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/22/26

The permit is not valid due to nonpayment of fees/penalties. ESTABLISHMENT OWE 150.00 FOR 2ND REINSPECTION FEE

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 04/22/26

Moist cloths used for wiping spills on food contact surfaces are not stored in approved chemical sanitizer between uses. [Corrected]

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/22/26

Soiled linens are not kept in clean | non-absorbent receptacles or clean washable laundry bags.

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/22/26

Food is not stored six (6) inches off the floor. IN WALKIN COOLER

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/22/26

Non-food contact equipment is not maintained in good repair. RUSTY SHELVES NOTED THROUGHOUT, CAN OPENER AND HOUSING CASE RUSTY, BOTTOMS OF TABLES AND LEGS ON PREP TABLES RUSTY

Non-Critical ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts 04/22/26

Non-food contact surfaces of equipment have an accumulation of dust| dirt| food residue and other debris. ROLLER CARTS, EXTERIOR OF CONTAINERS, PALLETS INSIDE WALKIN COOLERS NOT CLEAN,

Safe Bite Analysis Norovirus Listeria Salmonella E. coli

Cutting boards, slicers, prep tables, and utensils that aren't clean become vehicles for spreading bacteria and viruses between food items. A dirty slicer used for deli meat is a classic Listeria transmission pathway.

Non-Critical ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts 04/22/26

Non-food contact surfaces are not cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. UNDERSIDES OF SHLEVES ON PREP LINE AND HEATING ELEMENTS, EXTERIOR OF ICE MACHINES

Safe Bite Analysis Norovirus Listeria Salmonella E. coli

Cutting boards, slicers, prep tables, and utensils that aren't clean become vehicles for spreading bacteria and viruses between food items. A dirty slicer used for deli meat is a classic Listeria transmission pathway.

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/22/26

A sanitizer test kit is not provided to accurately measure the concentration in mg/L or parts per million of sanitizing solution provided.

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/22/26

Equipment and utensils are not air-dried.

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 04/22/26

In use food utensils are not stored with the handles above the top of the food. KNIFE STORED BETWEEN TABLE AND PREP COOLER [Corrected]

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/22/26

Employees’ personal care items are stored where food equipment| utensils| linens| single service items or single use items may be contaminated. NO PERSONAL BELONGINGS SHALL BE STORED IN FOOD PREP OR STORAGE AREAS

2nd Follow-Up — 02/24/2026 (43 days later)
Safe Bite Grade: F — Weighs on Current
Critical Repeat ~6.0× illness risk = 80 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 02/24/26

Rodents are present in the establishment. *droppings present in cabinets [Repeat]

Safe Bite Analysis Salmonella E. coli (pathogenic) Hantavirus

Rodents contaminate food and surfaces with urine, droppings, and hair. They carry Salmonella and pathogenic E. coli that can cause severe food poisoning.

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 02/24/26

Openings are not protected against the entry of rodents or insects. *hole in ceiling next to walk in cooler [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 02/24/26

Walls/ceilings or attached equipment are not clean. *dusty vents [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 02/24/26

Walls/ceilings or attached equipment are not in good repair. *ceiling by walk in cooler [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 02/24/26

Non-food contact surfaces are not constructed of a corrosion-resistant, non -absorbent, smooth material *rusty shelving in walk in cooler [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 02/24/26

Floors are not clean. *under soda lines [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 02/24/26

Walls/ceilings or attached equipment are not in good repair. *behind ice machine [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat Corrected 0 pts 02/24/26

Clean equipment/utensils are not stored at least six (6) inches off the floor. [Corrected][Repeat]

1st Follow-Up — 01/27/2026 (15 days later)
Safe Bite Grade: F
Critical Repeat ~6.0× illness risk = 80 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 01/27/26

Rodents are present in the establishment. [Repeat]

Safe Bite Analysis Salmonella E. coli (pathogenic) Hantavirus

Rodents contaminate food and surfaces with urine, droppings, and hair. They carry Salmonella and pathogenic E. coli that can cause severe food poisoning.

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 01/27/26

Openings are not protected against the entry of rodents or insects. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 01/27/26

Floor is not maintained in good repair. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 01/27/26

Walls/ceilings or attached equipment are not clean. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 01/27/26

Walls/ceilings or attached equipment are not in good repair. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 01/27/26

An accurate ambient air temperature-measuring device is not provided. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 01/27/26

Non-food contact equipment is not maintained in good repair. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 01/27/26

Non-food contact surfaces are not constructed of a corrosion-resistant, non -absorbent, smooth material [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 01/27/26

Non-food contact surfaces of equipment have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 01/27/26

Clean equipment/utensils are not stored covered or inverted. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 01/27/26

Plumbing is not maintained. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 01/27/26

Floors are not clean. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 01/27/26

Walls/ceilings or attached equipment are not clean. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 01/27/26

Walls/ceilings or attached equipment are not in good repair. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 01/27/26

Non-food contact equipment is not maintained in good repair. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 01/27/26

Clean equipment/utensils are not stored at least six (6) inches off the floor. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 01/27/26

Floors are not clean. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 01/27/26

Ice that is used as cooling medium for foods or cooling coils is being used for consumer use. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 01/27/26

Non-food contact equipment is not maintained in good repair. *3 door cooler [Repeat]

Inspection — 01/12/2026
Safe Bite Grade: F
Critical Repeat ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 01/12/26

Food contact surfaces and utensils are not clean to sight and touch. [Repeat]

Safe Bite Analysis Norovirus Listeria Salmonella E. coli

Cutting boards, slicers, prep tables, and utensils that aren't clean become vehicles for spreading bacteria and viruses between food items. A dirty slicer used for deli meat is a classic Listeria transmission pathway.

Critical ~6.0× illness risk = 80 pts 01/12/26

Rodents are present in the establishment.

Safe Bite Analysis Salmonella E. coli (pathogenic) Hantavirus

Rodents contaminate food and surfaces with urine, droppings, and hair. They carry Salmonella and pathogenic E. coli that can cause severe food poisoning.

Critical ~8.0× illness risk = 90 pts 01/12/26

Food stored for cold-holding and service was not held at a temperature of 41 °F or below.

Safe Bite Analysis Listeria Salmonella B. cereus C. perfringens

Food held above 41°F enters the 'danger zone' where bacteria multiply rapidly. Listeria can grow even under refrigeration — above 41°F, growth accelerates dangerously. This is one of the most common causes of foodborne outbreaks.

Critical ~6.0× illness risk = 80 pts 01/12/26

Employee did not wash hands and exposed portions of arms at appropriate time.

Safe Bite Analysis Norovirus Hepatitis A Shigella Salmonella STEC

Unwashed hands are the #1 way restaurant workers spread Norovirus — which causes half of all food poisoning outbreaks. An infected worker can carry billions of virus particles; it only takes a few to make you sick.

Critical 10 pts 01/12/26

Non-food items are being stored with human food and not properly separated or excluded to prevent cross-contamination.

Critical ~4.0× illness risk = 70 pts 01/12/26

Raw animal food is not separated from ready to eat food, or is placed, stored or displayed above ready to eat food.

Safe Bite Analysis Salmonella Campylobacter STEC

Raw meat, poultry, and seafood carry dangerous bacteria. When they aren't separated from other foods, bacteria can transfer to items that will be eaten without further cooking.

Critical ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts 01/12/26

Food contact surfaces and utensils are not clean to sight and touch.

Safe Bite Analysis Norovirus Listeria Salmonella E. coli

Cutting boards, slicers, prep tables, and utensils that aren't clean become vehicles for spreading bacteria and viruses between food items. A dirty slicer used for deli meat is a classic Listeria transmission pathway.

Critical ~3.0× illness risk = 60 pts 01/12/26

Chlorine sanitizer concentration for warewashing is not between 50-100 p.p.m. at 75ºF.

Safe Bite Analysis Norovirus Salmonella E. coli (if too low) Chemical injury (if too high)

Sanitizer that's too weak won't kill bacteria and viruses. Sanitizer that's too strong can leave chemical residues on dishes and utensils that cause illness. Either way, the safety system has failed.

Critical ~6.0× illness risk = 80 pts 01/12/26

Rodents are present in the establishment.

Safe Bite Analysis Salmonella E. coli (pathogenic) Hantavirus

Rodents contaminate food and surfaces with urine, droppings, and hair. They carry Salmonella and pathogenic E. coli that can cause severe food poisoning.

Critical ~4.0× illness risk = 70 pts 01/12/26

Ready to eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on premises and held for more than 24 hours is not date marked.

Safe Bite Analysis Listeria monocytogenes

Without proper date marking, ready-to-eat food can be kept too long under refrigeration. Listeria — which kills about 1 in 5 people it seriously infects — grows slowly even in the fridge and reaches dangerous levels after 7 days.

Non-Critical 0 pts 01/12/26

Plumbing is not maintained.

Non-Critical 0 pts 01/12/26

Floors are not clean.

Non-Critical 0 pts 01/12/26

Walls/ceilings or attached equipment are not clean.

Non-Critical 0 pts 01/12/26

Walls/ceilings or attached equipment are not in good repair.

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 01/12/26

Non-food contact equipment is not maintained in good repair. [Repeat]

Non-Critical 0 pts 01/12/26

The ware-washing sink is used as a hand sink and/or a mop sink.

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 01/12/26

Non-food contact surfaces of equipment have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris. [Repeat]

Non-Critical 0 pts 01/12/26

Clean equipment/utensils are not stored at least six (6) inches off the floor.

Non-Critical 0 pts 01/12/26

Openings are not protected against the entry of rodents or insects.

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 01/12/26

Floors are not clean. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 01/12/26

Floor is not maintained in good repair. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 01/12/26

Walls/ceilings or attached equipment are not clean. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 01/12/26

Walls/ceilings or attached equipment are not in good repair. [Repeat]

Non-Critical 0 pts 01/12/26

Air intake/exhaust vents are causing contamination of food, food preparation surfaces, equipment, or utensils.

Non-Critical 0 pts 01/12/26

Packaged food is not labeled as specified by law. (Oyster tags)

Non-Critical 0 pts 01/12/26

Potentially hazardous foods are not properly thawed.

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 01/12/26

Food is stored where it is exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 01/12/26

Food is not stored six (6) inches off the floor. [Repeat]

Non-Critical 0 pts 01/12/26

Ice dispensing utensils were not stored in a clean protected location.

Non-Critical 0 pts 01/12/26

An accurate ambient air temperature-measuring device is not provided.

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 01/12/26

Non-food contact equipment is not maintained in good repair. [Repeat]

Non-Critical 0 pts 01/12/26

Non-food contact surfaces are not constructed of a corrosion-resistant, non -absorbent, smooth material

Non-Critical 0 pts 01/12/26

Equipment used for cooling, heating and holding cold and hot foods are not sufficient to maintain proper food temperatures.

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 01/12/26

Non-food contact surfaces of equipment have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris. [Repeat]

Non-Critical 0 pts 01/12/26

Clean equipment/utensils are not stored covered or inverted.

Non-Critical 0 pts 01/12/26

Food handlers are not wearing proper hair restraints.

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 01/12/26

Employees’ personal care items are stored where food equipment, utensils, linens, single service items or single use items may be contaminated. [Repeat]

Inspection — 10/28/2025
Safe Bite Grade: A
Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 10/28/25

Floors are not clean. 3701.6 - Floor is not maintained in good repair. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 10/28/25

Walls/ceilings or attached equipment are not in good repair. 3703.3 - Walls/ceilings or attached equipment are not clean. [Repeat]

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/28/25

Non-food contact surfaces of equipment have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris.

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/28/25

Soap and/or paper towels are not provided for use at the hand wash lavatory.

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 10/28/25

Floors are not clean. [Repeat]

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/28/25

Walls/ceilings or attached equipment are not clean. 3703.4 - Walls/ceilings or attached equipment are not in good repair.

Non-Critical Repeat Corrected 0 pts 10/28/25

Food is not stored in a clean, covered container. [Corrected][Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat Corrected 0 pts 10/28/25

Food is stored where it is exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination [Corrected][Repeat]

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/28/25

Non-food contact equipment is not maintained in good repair.

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 10/28/25

Non-food contact surfaces of equipment have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 10/28/25

Employees’ personal care items are stored where food equipment, utensils, linens, single service items or single use items may be contaminated. [Corrected]

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