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CAJUN CRITTERS

6433 ALMA ST HOUMA, LA 70364

Combined report: 2 permit areas
(RESTAURANT)
+ Cuisine
Safe Bite Grade F Failing 05/12/2026
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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 05/12/2026. Previous inspection history affects the grade. How we calculate.

Grade History
Current Safe Bite Grade: F
05/12/2026 1st Follow-Up
3 critical -360 points F
05/06/2026 Routine
4 critical -210 points B → F
02/27/2026 Routine
1 critical -35 points B
1st Follow-Up — 05/12/2026 (6 days later)
Safe Bite Grade: F
Critical Repeat ~12.0× illness risk = 100 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 05/12/26

Sewage is not disposed of through an approved sewerage system/facility. Hose connected to prep sink in unpermitted prep room discharging directly onto ground. Hose connected to old grease trap in back of property has a hose in it that is ran into another pipe which discharges into a storm drain. [Repeat]

Safe Bite Analysis Norovirus Hepatitis A Shigella Salmonella STEC Parasites

Sewage is human and animal waste — it contains virtually every type of foodborne pathogen. Sewage contamination in a restaurant is an imminent health hazard that can simultaneously expose patrons to Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, and parasites.

Critical Repeat 20 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 05/12/26

There is no hand washing lavatory installed in the food establishment. Unpermitted prep room. [Repeat]

Critical Repeat 20 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 05/12/26

The plumbing system is not sized and installed in accordance with Chapter XIV of the State Sanitary Code. Unpermitted prep room. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat ~12.0× illness risk = 100 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 05/12/26

Liquid waste from cleaning in garbage area is not disposed of through a sanitary sewage system. Runoff goes into storm drain. [Repeat]

Safe Bite Analysis Norovirus Hepatitis A Shigella Salmonella STEC Parasites

Sewage is human and animal waste — it contains virtually every type of foodborne pathogen. Sewage contamination in a restaurant is an imminent health hazard that can simultaneously expose patrons to Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, and parasites.

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 05/12/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 05/12/26

Plans were not submitted to the state health officer for approval prior to construction| renovation| or opening under new ownership of a food establishment. Added prep room and cooler. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 05/12/26

A three-compartment sink is not provided for manual washing| rinsing and sanitizing equipment and utensils. Unpermitted prep room. [Repeat]

Inspection — 05/06/2026
Safe Bite Grade: F — Weighs on Current
Critical ~8.0× illness risk = 90 pts 05/06/26

Food stored for cold-holding and service was not held at a temperature of 41 °F or below. Box of seafood sitting outside on sink near unpermitted prep room.

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 10 pts 05/06/26

Employee was using tobacco products in a food preparation| storage or service area. Bucket of cigarette butts in boiling room. Cigarette butts on ground in boiling room.

Critical ~12.0× illness risk = 100 pts 05/06/26

Sewage is not disposed of through an approved sewerage system/facility. Hose connected to prep sink in unpermitted prep room discharging directly onto ground. Evidence of dumping grease and food waste on ground near dumpster area.

Safe Bite Analysis Norovirus Hepatitis A Shigella Salmonella STEC Parasites

Sewage is human and animal waste — it contains virtually every type of foodborne pathogen. Sewage contamination in a restaurant is an imminent health hazard that can simultaneously expose patrons to Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, and parasites.

Critical 10 pts 05/06/26

The plumbing system is not sized and installed in accordance with Chapter XIV of the State Sanitary Code. Unpermitted prep room.

Non-Critical 0 pts 05/06/26

Outdoor premises used for garbage storage is not maintained clean and free of litter.

Non-Critical 0 pts 05/06/26

Openings are not protected against the entry of rodents or insects. All open areas of boiling room (not included ventilation windows with screens) need to be closed in to prevent liquid waste from discharging onto the ground.

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 05/06/26

Floors are not clean. Grease build up on floors in boiling room. [Repeat]

Non-Critical 0 pts 05/06/26

Plans were not submitted to the state health officer for approval prior to construction| renovation| or opening under new ownership of a food establishment. Added prep room.

Non-Critical 0 pts 05/06/26

Potentially hazardous foods are not properly thawed. Shrimp thawing in ice chest outside of unpermitted prep room.

Non-Critical 0 pts 05/06/26

A three-compartment sink is not provided for manual washing| rinsing and sanitizing equipment and utensils. Three compartment sink needed in unpermitted prep room.

Non-Critical 0 pts 05/06/26

Soiled receptacles were not cleaned at a frequency sufficient to prevent a nuisance or insect or rodent attraction. Dumpster. Grease collection bin.

Inspection — 02/27/2026
Safe Bite Grade: B
Critical Corrected ~4.0× illness risk = 70 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 02/27/26

Raw animal food is not separated from ready to eat food, or is placed, stored or displayed above ready to eat food. Eggs above milk products. [Corrected]

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.

Non-Critical 0 pts 02/27/26

Non-food contact equipment is not maintained in good repair. Bottom of cooler rusting.

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 02/27/26

Hand wash lavatory is not accessible. [Corrected]

Non-Critical 0 pts 02/27/26

Floors are not clean. Walk in coolers in boil room.

Non-Critical 0 pts 02/27/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 02/27/26

Utensils/food-contact surfaces are not finished to a smooth, easily cleanable surface. Cardboard on shelving in kitchen.

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 02/27/26

Hand wash lavatory is not accessible. In boil room. [Corrected]

Non-Critical 0 pts 02/27/26

Soap and/or paper towels are not provided for use at the hand wash lavatory. No paper towels at hand sink in boil room.

Official Inspection Reports

Louisiana Department of Health

05/12/2026 RESTAURANT Latest
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05/06/2026 RESTAURANT
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02/27/2026 SERVICE BAR
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