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AROMA AUTHENTIC INDIAN CUISINE

401 S CLAIBORNE AVE STE C NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112

Restaurant CUISINE
+ Cuisine
Safe Bite Grade D Bad 10/06/2026
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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 10/06/2026. Previous inspection history affects the grade. How we calculate.

Grade History
Current Safe Bite Grade: D
10/06/2026 1st Follow-Up
3 critical -126 points F → D
09/22/2026 Routine
11 critical -550 points D → F
06/04/2026 2nd Follow-Up
1 critical -30 points F → D
05/21/2026 1st Follow-Up
5 critical -375 points F → F
05/14/2026 Routine
9 critical -615 points ? → F
1st Follow-Up — 10/06/2026 (14 days later)
Visit Grade: F — Weighs on Current
Critical Repeat Corrected ~4.0× illness risk = 70 pts × 1.5 (repeat) × 0.5 (corrected) 10/06/26

Raw animal food is not separated from ready to eat food| or is placed| stored or displayed above ready to eat food. [Corrected][Repeat]

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 Repeat Corrected ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts × 1.5 (repeat) × 0.5 (corrected) 10/06/26

Food contact surfaces and utensils are not clean to sight and touch. [Corrected][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 Repeat Corrected ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts × 1.5 (repeat) × 0.5 (corrected) 10/06/26

Rodent bait is not contained in a covered| tamper-resistant bait station. [Corrected][Repeat]

Safe Bite Analysis Pesticide contamination Rodenticide toxins

Loose rodent bait can contaminate food and food-contact surfaces with pesticide. If bait isn't in a tamper-resistant station, it can be scattered by rodents, kicked by staff, or fall into food preparation areas.

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 10/06/26

Floors are not clean. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 10/06/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat Corrected 0 pts 10/06/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat Corrected 0 pts 10/06/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat Corrected 0 pts 10/06/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat Corrected 0 pts 10/06/26

Food scoop is constructed without a handle. [Corrected][Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 10/06/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 10/06/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat Corrected 0 pts 10/06/26

Clean equipment/utensils are not stored as to eliminate exposure to splash| dust| or contamination [Corrected][Repeat]

Inspection — 09/22/2026
Visit Grade: F — Weighs on Current
Critical 10 pts 09/22/26

Food prepared| packed| or held under conditions where it may have been contaminated.

Critical ~8.0× illness risk = 90 pts 09/22/26

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 09/22/26

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 ~4.0× illness risk = 70 pts 09/22/26

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 ~1.3× illness risk = 30 pts 09/22/26

Equipment and/or utensils are not constructed of approved materials.

Safe Bite Analysis Chemical leaching Pathogen harborage

Equipment made from unapproved materials may be impossible to properly clean (harboring bacteria in cracks and pores) or may leach chemicals into food during cooking or storage.

Critical ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts 09/22/26

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 10 pts 09/22/26

Equipment/utensils which have contact with potentially hazardous food are not cleaned every 4 hours of use.

Critical ~3.0× illness risk = 60 pts 09/22/26

Chemicals are stored with/above food| equipment| utensils| linens| single-service or single use articles.

Safe Bite Analysis Chemical toxins (bleach, degreasers, pesticides)

Cleaning chemicals, pesticides, and degreasers stored near food or food-contact surfaces can spill, leak, or produce fumes that contaminate food. Chemical poisoning from contaminated food can cause severe burns, organ damage, and death.

Critical ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts 09/22/26

Rodent bait is not contained in a covered| tamper-resistant bait station.

Safe Bite Analysis Pesticide contamination Rodenticide toxins

Loose rodent bait can contaminate food and food-contact surfaces with pesticide. If bait isn't in a tamper-resistant station, it can be scattered by rodents, kicked by staff, or fall into food preparation areas.

Critical ~1.3× illness risk = 30 pts 09/22/26

Flies are present in the establishment.

Safe Bite Analysis Shigella Salmonella E. coli

Flies land on garbage and feces then land on food, transferring bacteria like Shigella and Salmonella. However, the direct risk from occasional fly presence is lower than other pest issues.

Critical ~4.0× illness risk = 70 pts 09/22/26

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 grows slowly even in the fridge and reaches dangerous levels after 7 days — and among high-risk groups (pregnant women, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems) who develop serious illness, about 1 in 5 cases are fatal.

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 09/22/26

Floors are not clean. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 09/22/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 09/22/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 09/22/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 09/22/26

Bulk containers are not properly labeled.

Non-Critical 0 pts 09/22/26

Potentially hazardous foods are not properly thawed.

Non-Critical 0 pts 09/22/26

Food is not stored in a clean| covered container.

Non-Critical 0 pts 09/22/26

Food is stored where it is exposed to splash| dust| or other contamination

Non-Critical 0 pts 09/22/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 09/22/26

An accurate product temperature-measuring device is not provided.

Non-Critical 0 pts 09/22/26

Food scoop is constructed without a handle.

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 09/22/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 09/22/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 09/22/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 09/22/26

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 09/22/26

Clean equipment/utensils are not stored as to eliminate exposure to splash| dust| or contamination

Non-Critical Repeat Corrected 0 pts 09/22/26

Food handlers are not wearing proper hair restraints. [Corrected][Repeat]

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 09/22/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 09/22/26

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

2nd Follow-Up — 06/04/2026 (21 days later)
Visit Grade: B (Historical)
Critical Repeat Corrected ~1.7× illness risk = 40 pts × 1.5 (repeat) × 0.5 (corrected) 06/04/26

Working containers of chemicals are not labeled. [Corrected][Repeat]

Safe Bite Analysis Chemical poisoning (bleach, degreaser, sanitizer)

Unlabeled chemical containers create a serious risk of accidental poisoning. When a bottle of concentrated bleach or degreaser isn't labeled, it can easily be mistaken for water, cooking oil, or another ingredient.

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 06/04/26

There is litter on the premises. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 06/04/26

Floors are not clean. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 06/04/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 06/04/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat Corrected 0 pts 06/04/26

Food handlers are not wearing proper hair restraints. [Corrected][Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat Corrected 0 pts 06/04/26

Outside waste receptacles were not kept closed. [Corrected][Repeat]

1st Follow-Up — 05/21/2026 (7 days later)
Visit Grade: F (Historical)
Critical Repeat Corrected 20 pts × 1.5 (repeat) × 0.5 (corrected) 05/21/26

Cutting board| food preparation or other food contact surface was not washed| rinsed and sanitized following contact with raw animal food or raw vegetables and before contact with ready to eat foods. [Corrected][Repeat]

Critical Repeat ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 05/21/26

Food contact surfaces and utensils are not clean to sight and touch. (Ice machine, can opener, cutting boards) [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 Repeat ~1.7× illness risk = 40 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 05/21/26

Working containers of chemicals are not labeled. [Repeat]

Safe Bite Analysis Chemical poisoning (bleach, degreaser, sanitizer)

Unlabeled chemical containers create a serious risk of accidental poisoning. When a bottle of concentrated bleach or degreaser isn't labeled, it can easily be mistaken for water, cooking oil, or another ingredient.

Critical Repeat ~6.0× illness risk = 80 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 05/21/26

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.

Critical Repeat ~4.0× illness risk = 70 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 05/21/26

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

Safe Bite Analysis Listeria monocytogenes

Without proper date marking, ready-to-eat food can be kept too long under refrigeration. Listeria grows slowly even in the fridge and reaches dangerous levels after 7 days — and among high-risk groups (pregnant women, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems) who develop serious illness, about 1 in 5 cases are fatal.

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 05/21/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 05/21/26

There is litter on the premises. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 05/21/26

Floors are not clean. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 05/21/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 05/21/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 05/21/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 05/21/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 05/21/26

Clean equipment/utensils are not stored as to eliminate exposure to splash| dust| or contamination [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 05/21/26

Food handlers are not wearing proper hair restraints. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 05/21/26

Outside waste receptacles were not kept closed. [Repeat]

Inspection — 05/14/2026
Visit Grade: F (Historical)
Critical ~8.0× illness risk = 90 pts 05/14/26

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 Repeat ~6.0× illness risk = 80 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 05/14/26

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

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 05/14/26

Cutting board| food preparation or other food contact surface was not washed| rinsed and sanitized following contact with raw animal food or raw vegetables and before contact with ready to eat foods.

Critical ~6.0× illness risk = 80 pts 05/14/26

Raw animal foods with different cooking temperature requirements are not separated to prevent cross contamination during storage| preparation| or display.

Safe Bite Analysis Salmonella Campylobacter STEC Allergens

Cross contamination transfers dangerous bacteria from raw meat, dirty surfaces, or contaminated items to food that's ready to eat. Since that food won't be cooked again, any bacteria transferred will be consumed.

Critical Repeat ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 05/14/26

Food contact surfaces and utensils are not clean to sight and touch. (Ice machine, can opener, cutting boards) [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 Repeat Corrected 20 pts × 1.5 (repeat) × 0.5 (corrected) 05/14/26

Temperature measuring devices are not being cleaned before use or storage. [Corrected][Repeat]

Critical ~1.7× illness risk = 40 pts 05/14/26

Working containers of chemicals are not labeled.

Safe Bite Analysis Chemical poisoning (bleach, degreaser, sanitizer)

Unlabeled chemical containers create a serious risk of accidental poisoning. When a bottle of concentrated bleach or degreaser isn't labeled, it can easily be mistaken for water, cooking oil, or another ingredient.

Critical ~6.0× illness risk = 80 pts 05/14/26

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 Repeat ~4.0× illness risk = 70 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 05/14/26

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

Safe Bite Analysis Listeria monocytogenes

Without proper date marking, ready-to-eat food can be kept too long under refrigeration. Listeria grows slowly even in the fridge and reaches dangerous levels after 7 days — and among high-risk groups (pregnant women, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems) who develop serious illness, about 1 in 5 cases are fatal.

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 05/14/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 05/14/26

There is litter on the premises.

Non-Critical 0 pts 05/14/26

Floors are not clean.

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 05/14/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 05/14/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat Corrected 0 pts 05/14/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 05/14/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 05/14/26

Food products that are held by the food establishment for credit| redemption or return to the distributor are not segregated and held in designated areas that are separated from food| equipment| utensils| linens| and single use utensils/articles.

Non-Critical 0 pts 05/14/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 05/14/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 05/14/26

Food scoop is constructed without a handle. [Repeat]

Non-Critical 0 pts 05/14/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 05/14/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 05/14/26

Clean equipment/utensils are not stored as to eliminate exposure to splash| dust| or contamination

Non-Critical 0 pts 05/14/26

In use food utensils are not stored with the handles above the top of the food.

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 05/14/26

Food handlers are not wearing proper hair restraints. [Repeat]

Non-Critical 0 pts 05/14/26

Employees' personal care items are stored where food equipment| utensils| linens| single service items or single use items may be contaminated.

Non-Critical Repeat Corrected 0 pts 05/14/26

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

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 05/14/26

Outside waste receptacles were not kept closed. [Corrected]

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