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JOHNNY'S CATFISH & SEAFOOD

5130 W BERT KOUNS INDUSTRIAL LOOP SHREVEPORT, LA 71129

RESTAURANT
Seafood
Safe Bite Grade F Failing 10/16/2026
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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 10/16/2026. Previous inspection history affects the grade. How we calculate.

Grade History
Current Safe Bite Grade: F
10/16/2026 Routine
1 critical -100 points D → F
08/13/2026 Clean
0 points D → D
06/02/2026 1st Follow-Up
1 critical -30 points F → D
05/15/2026 Routine
7 critical -262 points D → F
11/26/2025 Routine
2 critical -107 points A → D
04/15/2025 Routine
0 critical 0 points ? → A
Inspection — 10/16/2026
Visit Grade: F — Weighs on Current
Critical ~12.0× illness risk = 100 pts 10/16/26

Sewage is not disposed of through an approved sewerage system/facility.

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 0 pts 10/16/26

Plumbing is not maintained.

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/16/26

There are unnecessary items on the premises.

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/16/26

Floors are not clean.

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/16/26

Walls/ceilings or attached equipment are not clean.

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/16/26

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

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 10/16/26

Bulk containers are not properly labeled. [Corrected]

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/16/26

Potentially hazardous foods are not properly thawed.

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 10/16/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/16/26

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

Inspection — 08/13/2026
Passed

No violations found — all issues resolved.

1st Follow-Up — 06/02/2026 (18 days later)
Visit Grade: B — Weighs on Current
Critical Repeat ~1.15× illness risk = 20 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 06/02/26

A current state food safety certificate is not held by the owner or a designated employee of the establishment. [Repeat]

Safe Bite Analysis Management control failure (indirect)

A missing food safety certificate means the person in charge may not have been trained to identify and prevent food safety hazards. Research shows that restaurants with certified managers have fewer critical violations.

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 06/02/26

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

Inspection — 05/15/2026
Visit Grade: F (Historical)
Critical 10 pts 05/15/26

Food prepared| packed| or held under conditions where it may have been contaminated.--Raw shrimp stored in melted ice

Critical Corrected ~1.3× illness risk = 30 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 05/15/26

Employee was drinking in a food preparation or other area where food equipment| utensils or other items requiring protection were stored. [Corrected]

Safe Bite Analysis Norovirus Salmonella (via saliva/hand contamination)

Employee beverages in food preparation areas create contamination risk through spills and through hand-to-mouth-to-food contact. An infected employee's drink can become a transmission vehicle.

Critical ~1.15× illness risk = 20 pts 05/15/26

A current state food safety certificate is not held by the owner or a designated employee of the establishment.

Safe Bite Analysis Management control failure (indirect)

A missing food safety certificate means the person in charge may not have been trained to identify and prevent food safety hazards. Research shows that restaurants with certified managers have fewer critical violations.

Critical Repeat Corrected ~4.0× illness risk = 70 pts × 1.5 (repeat) × 0.5 (corrected) 05/15/26

Raw animal food is not separated from ready to eat food| or is placed| stored or displayed above ready to eat food.--observed on the storage racks in the walk-in cooler [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 Corrected ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 05/15/26

Food contact surfaces and utensils are not clean to sight and touch.--1) Commercial can opener had food residue buildup on the blade, 2) Commercial Dishwasher had food residue [Corrected]

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 ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts 05/15/26

Warewashing equipment used as food contact surfaces are not cleaned as required.---Commercial Dishwasher had food residue

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 ~8.0× illness risk = 90 pts 05/15/26

A hand-washing lavatory is not located for convenient use by all employees in the food preparation and/or the utensil washing areas.

Safe Bite Analysis Norovirus Hepatitis A Shigella Salmonella STEC

If there's no hand-washing station, no employee on staff can wash their hands properly. This is worse than a single employee skipping — it's a system failure that affects every food handler for every shift.

Non-Critical 0 pts 05/15/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 05/15/26

Openings are not protected against the entry of rodents or insects.--Observed in following areas: Back door (Weatherstrip), an open hole near the mop sink [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 05/15/26

Floors are not clean.---Throughout the kitchen [Repeat]

Non-Critical 0 pts 05/15/26

Walls/ceilings or attached equipment are not clean.--Behind all commercial equipment

Non-Critical 0 pts 05/15/26

Walls/ceilings or attached equipment are not in good repair.---Opening near the mop sink

Non-Critical 0 pts 05/15/26

Lighting intensity in walk-in refrigerated units| dry food storage area or other rooms during cleaning are not at least 10 foot candles.--Walk-in cooler

Non-Critical 0 pts 05/15/26

Lockers or suitable facilities are not provided / used for storage of employees personal items| clothing and other possessions.

Non-Critical 0 pts 05/15/26

Soiled linens are not kept in clean | non-absorbent receptacles or clean washable laundry bags.--Soiled linens observed on the floor near the dishwasher

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 05/15/26

Mops are not hung and/or stored to facilitate air drying. [Corrected]

Non-Critical 0 pts 05/15/26

Potentially hazardous foods are not properly thawed.--1) Bulk batch of raw fish, 2) Beef stored in hand-sink area

Non-Critical Repeat Corrected 0 pts 05/15/26

Food is stored where it is exposed to splash| dust| or other contamination--Uncovered food throughout the walk-in cooler and kitchen prep tables [Corrected][Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat Corrected 0 pts 05/15/26

Food is not stored six (6) inches off the floor.--Batch of raw fish [Corrected][Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat Corrected 0 pts 05/15/26

Ice dispensing utensils were not stored in a clean protected location. [Corrected][Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 05/15/26

Non-food contact equipment is not maintained in good repair.--Damaged handle on the women's restroom door [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat Corrected 0 pts 05/15/26

Food scoop is constructed without a handle.--observed in bulk containers [Corrected][Repeat]

Non-Critical 0 pts 05/15/26

Single-use gloves are used for more than one task and are not discarded when damaged| soiled or when interruptions occur during operation.

Non-Critical 0 pts 05/15/26

Non-food contact surfaces are not cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.--Extreme dust on the fans and shelves in the walk-in cooler

Non-Critical 0 pts 05/15/26

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

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 05/15/26

Single use/single service articles are not stored at least six (6) inches off the floor---To-go boxes stored near back door [Corrected]

Non-Critical 0 pts 05/15/26

Food handlers are not wearing proper hair restraints.

Non-Critical Repeat Corrected 0 pts 05/15/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 05/15/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 05/15/26

The hand wash lavatory and/or soap and paper towel dispensers are not clean.

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 05/15/26

The hand wash lavatory is used for purpose other than hand washing.--Observed meat being thawed in hand-sink area [Corrected]

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 05/15/26

Outside waste receptacles were not kept closed.--Grease trap [Corrected]

Inspection — 11/26/2025
Visit Grade: D (Historical)
Critical Repeat Corrected ~8.0× illness risk = 90 pts × 1.5 (repeat) × 0.5 (corrected) 11/26/25

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

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 ~6.0× illness risk = 80 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 11/26/25

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

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.

Non-Critical 0 pts 11/26/25

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 11/26/25

Floors are not clean.

Non-Critical Repeat Corrected 0 pts 11/26/25

Bulk containers are not properly labeled. [Corrected][Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat Corrected 0 pts 11/26/25

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

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 11/26/25

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 11/26/25

Non-food contact equipment is not maintained in good repair. Deep freezer lid broken.

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 11/26/25

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

Inspection — 04/15/2025
Visit Grade: A (Historical)
Non-Critical 0 pts 04/15/25

There are unnecessary items on the premises. In back

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/15/25

Walls/ceilings or attached equipment are not clean.

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