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WAFFLE HOUSE # 1669

68071 HWY 59 MANDEVILLE, LA 70471

RESTAURANT
Seafood
Safe Bite Grade D Bad 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: D
10/16/2026 1st Follow-Up
1 critical -37 points F → D
10/12/2026 Routine
6 critical -222 points F → F
04/15/2026 Routine
4 critical -135 points A → F
10/08/2025 Routine
0 critical 0 points ? → A
1st Follow-Up — 10/16/2026 (4 days later)
Visit Grade: B — Weighs on Current
Critical Repeat Corrected ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts × 1.5 (repeat) × 0.5 (corrected) 10/16/26

The air gap between the water supply inlet and the flood rim of the plumbing fixture or equipment is not at least twice the diameter of the water supply inlet. Plumber was onsite to correct [Corrected][Repeat]

Safe Bite Analysis Waterborne pathogens Chemical contaminants

Without proper air gaps, contaminated water can be sucked back into the clean water supply through backsiphonage. This means water used for food preparation, ice, or drinking could become contaminated.

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 10/16/26

Non-food contact equipment is not maintained in good repair. The walk-in coolers were leaking with condensation [Repeat]

Inspection — 10/12/2026
Visit Grade: F — Weighs on Current
Critical Repeat Corrected ~8.0× illness risk = 90 pts × 1.5 (repeat) × 0.5 (corrected) 10/12/26

Food stored for cold-holding and service was not held at a temperature of 41 °F or below. CHICKEN SAUSAGE 51 DEGREES [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) 10/12/26

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

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 Corrected 10 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 10/12/26

Equipment/utensil with which food is prepared| held or served| was not cleaned| rinsed and sanitized prior to use. EMPLOYEE USED MOP TO CLEAN THE REACH IN COOLER AT THE BOTTOM [Corrected]

Critical Corrected ~4.0× illness risk = 70 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 10/12/26

Raw animal food is not separated from ready to eat food| or is placed| stored or displayed above ready to eat food. RAW SLABS OF MEAT ABOVE PRE-COOKED HAM [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.

Critical Corrected ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 10/12/26

Food contact surfaces and utensils are not clean to sight and touch. THE INTERIOR OF THR REACH IN COOLER [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 10/12/26

The air gap between the water supply inlet and the flood rim of the plumbing fixture or equipment is not at least twice the diameter of the water supply inlet. THE WORKERS ARE STACKING SINGLE SERVICE CUPS TO FULLY ENCLOSE THE AIR GAPS BY THE FRONT LINE(DISH MACHINE)

Safe Bite Analysis Waterborne pathogens Chemical contaminants

Without proper air gaps, contaminated water can be sucked back into the clean water supply through backsiphonage. This means water used for food preparation, ice, or drinking could become contaminated.

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 10/12/26

Areas for employee drinking and the use of tobacco are not located so that food| equipment| linens and single service articles are protected from contamination. [Corrected]

Non-Critical Repeat Corrected 0 pts 10/12/26

Wet wiping cloths are not laundered before being used with a fresh solution of cleaner or sanitizer. [Corrected][Repeat]

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 10/12/26

Maintenance cleaning tools are not stored properly. MOP HEADS WERE STORED BEHIND BEVERAGE DISPENSING BOXES [Corrected]

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 10/12/26

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

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 10/12/26

Ice dispensing utensils were not stored in a clean protected location. BIG BLUE ICE SCOOP [Corrected]

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 10/12/26

An accurate product temperature-measuring device is not provided. EMPLOYEES COULD NOT FIND THE THERMOMETER [Corrected]

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/12/26

Non-food contact equipment is not maintained in good repair. The walk in coolers were leaking with condensation

Non-Critical Repeat Corrected 0 pts 10/12/26

Non-food contact surfaces of equipment have an accumulation of dust| dirt| food residue and other debris. GASKETS OF REACH IN COOLER DRAWER WHERE THE PANS WERE STORED [Corrected][Repeat]

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 10/12/26

Equipment and utensils are not air-dried. PANS WERE STORED ON TOP OF EACH OTHER WET [Corrected]

Non-Critical Repeat Corrected 0 pts 10/12/26

Clean equipment/utensils are not stored in a clean dry location PANS WERE STORED IN PULL OUR DRAWERS THAT WERE NOT CLEAN [Corrected][Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 10/12/26

Single use/single service articles are not stored as to eliminate exposure to splash| dust or contamination. CUP COVERS ARE NOT IN USE [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat Corrected 0 pts 10/12/26

Single use/single service articles are not stored at least six (6) inches off the floor [Corrected][Repeat]

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 10/12/26

In use food utensils are not stored with the handles above the top of the food. FRONT LINE [Corrected]

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 10/12/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 10/12/26

Outside waste receptacles were not kept closed. [Repeat]

Inspection — 04/15/2026
Visit Grade: F (Historical)
Critical Corrected ~8.0× illness risk = 90 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 04/15/26

Food stored for cold-holding and service was not held at a temperature of 41 °F or below. Raw eggs. [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 ~4.0× illness risk = 70 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 04/15/26

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

Critical Corrected ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 04/15/26

Food contact surfaces and utensils are not clean to sight and touch. Grill area. [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 Corrected ~3.0× illness risk = 60 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 04/15/26

There is a direct connection between the drainage system and a drain line originating from food handling equipment. [Corrected]

Safe Bite Analysis Norovirus Hepatitis A Salmonella E. coli

Faulty drainage systems can cause sewage to back up into food preparation areas or create cross-connections between waste lines and clean water. A drainage failure in the wrong place can turn into a sewage contamination event.

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/15/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/15/26

Floors are not clean. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/15/26

Floor is not maintained in good repair. Under and around equipment. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 04/15/26

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

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 04/15/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/15/26

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

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 04/15/26

Single use/single service articles are not stored at least six (6) inches off the floor [Corrected]

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 04/15/26

Outside waste receptacles were not kept closed. [Corrected]

Inspection — 10/08/2025
Visit Grade: A (Historical)
Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 10/08/25

Floors are not clean. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 10/08/25

Floor is not maintained in good repair. *grout and tiles missing [Repeat]

Official Inspection Reports

Louisiana Department of Health

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