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TAQUERIA LOS SANCHEZ'S

305 W COLLEGE ST LAKE CHARLES, LA 70605

Mexican
Safe Bite Grade F Failing 05/15/2026
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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 05/15/2026. Previous inspection history affects the grade. How we calculate.

Grade History
Current Safe Bite Grade: F
05/15/2026 3rd Follow-Up
2 critical -187 points D → F
05/05/2026 2nd Follow-Up
0 points F → D
04/28/2026 1st Follow-Up
12 critical -922 points F
04/27/2026 Routine
12 critical -710 points D → F
11/10/2025 1st Follow-Up
0 critical 0 points F → D
10/29/2025 Routine
6 critical -318 points F
3rd Follow-Up — 05/15/2026 (18 days later)
Safe Bite Grade: F
Critical Repeat ~8.0× illness risk = 90 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 05/15/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 05/15/26

Floors are not smooth and easily cleanable. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 05/15/26

Floor is not maintained in good repair. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 05/15/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 05/15/26

Light bulbs are not shielded or coated in areas where there is exposed food| clean equipment| utensils| or unwrapped single service or single use articles. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 05/15/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 05/15/26

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

2nd Follow-Up — 05/05/2026 (8 days later)
Passed

No violations found — all issues resolved.

1st Follow-Up — 04/28/2026 (1 days later)
Safe Bite Grade: F — Weighs on Current
Critical Repeat 20 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 04/28/26

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

Critical Repeat ~8.0× illness risk = 90 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 04/28/26

Food stored for cold-holding and service was not held at a temperature of 41 °F or below. [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 Repeat 20 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 04/28/26

Food to be held cold was not cooled from 70°F to 41°F or below within 4 hours following cooking or hot holding. [Repeat]

Critical Repeat 20 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 04/28/26

Ready-to-eat potentially hazardous food prepared on premises| and held under refrigeration| was not disposed of after 7 days. [Repeat]

Critical Repeat ~6.0× illness risk = 80 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 04/28/26

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 Repeat ~1.3× illness risk = 30 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 04/28/26

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

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 Repeat ~6.0× illness risk = 80 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 04/28/26

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

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) 04/28/26

Food contact surfaces and utensils are not clean to sight and touch. ice machine [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 ~4.0× illness risk = 70 pts × 1.5 (repeat) × 0.5 (corrected) 04/28/26

Sanitizer solution is not being used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. [Corrected][Repeat]

Safe Bite Analysis Norovirus Salmonella Listeria E. coli

Cleaning removes visible dirt, but only sanitizing kills the invisible bacteria and viruses that cause food poisoning. Without sanitizer, surfaces that look clean can still spread Norovirus, Salmonella, and Listeria.

Critical Repeat 20 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 04/28/26

Unapproved chemicals are used in the food establishment. [Repeat]

Critical Repeat ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 04/28/26

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. [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.

Critical Repeat ~4.0× illness risk = 70 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 04/28/26

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 — 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 Repeat 0 pts 04/28/26

Plumbing is not maintained. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/28/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/28/26

There are unnecessary items on the premises. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/28/26

Floors are not smooth and easily cleanable. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/28/26

Floors are not clean. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/28/26

Floor is not maintained in good repair. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/28/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/28/26

Light bulbs are not shielded or coated in areas where there is exposed food| clean equipment| utensils| or unwrapped single service or single use articles. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/28/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/28/26

Potentially hazardous foods are not properly thawed. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/28/26

Food is stored under a possible source of contamination. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/28/26

Bulk food is not protected from contamination. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/28/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/28/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/28/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/28/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/28/26

Food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans are not free of encrusted grease and other accumulations. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/28/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 04/28/26

Non-food contact surfaces are not cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. [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.

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/28/26

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 0 pts 04/28/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/28/26

In use food utensils are not stored on a clean dry surface. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/28/26

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

Inspection — 04/27/2026
Safe Bite Grade: F
Critical 10 pts 04/27/26

Food has been prepared| packaged| or held under unsanitary conditions where it may have been rendered injurious to health.

Critical ~8.0× illness risk = 90 pts 04/27/26

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 10 pts 04/27/26

Food to be held cold was not cooled from 70°F to 41°F or below within 4 hours following cooking or hot holding.

Critical ~6.0× illness risk = 80 pts 04/27/26

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 ~1.3× illness risk = 30 pts 04/27/26

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

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 ~6.0× illness risk = 80 pts 04/27/26

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 ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts 04/27/26

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

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 04/27/26

The 3 compartment sink is not used in proper sequence to wash| rinse and sanitize.

Safe Bite Analysis Norovirus Salmonella Listeria E. coli

The 3-compartment sink process (wash, rinse, sanitize) is designed to eliminate bacteria from utensils and equipment. Skipping steps or doing them out of order means utensils may look clean but still carry infectious organisms.

Critical ~4.0× illness risk = 70 pts 04/27/26

Sanitizer solution is not being used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. Fabuloso

Safe Bite Analysis Norovirus Salmonella Listeria E. coli

Cleaning removes visible dirt, but only sanitizing kills the invisible bacteria and viruses that cause food poisoning. Without sanitizer, surfaces that look clean can still spread Norovirus, Salmonella, and Listeria.

Critical 10 pts 04/27/26

Unapproved chemicals are used in the food establishment.

Critical ~12.0× illness risk = 100 pts 04/27/26

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

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 ~4.0× illness risk = 70 pts 04/27/26

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 04/27/26

Plumbing is not maintained.

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/27/26

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 0 pts 04/27/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/27/26

Floors are not smooth and easily cleanable. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/27/26

Floors are not clean. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/27/26

Floor is not maintained in good repair. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/27/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/27/26

Light bulbs are not shielded or coated in areas where there is exposed food| clean equipment| utensils| or unwrapped single service or single use articles.

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/27/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/27/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/27/26

Potentially hazardous foods are not properly thawed.

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/27/26

Food is not stored in a clean| covered container.

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/27/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/27/26

Bulk food is not protected from contamination.

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/27/26

An accurate product temperature-measuring device is not provided.

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/27/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/27/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/27/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/27/26

Food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans are not free of encrusted grease and other accumulations.

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/27/26

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

Non-Critical ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts 04/27/26

Non-food contact surfaces are not cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.

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 04/27/26

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 04/27/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/27/26

In use food utensils are not stored on a clean dry surface.

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 04/27/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/27/26

Outside waste receptacles were not kept closed. [Repeat]

1st Follow-Up — 11/10/2025 (12 days later)
Safe Bite Grade: A
Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 11/10/25

Floor is not maintained in good repair. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 11/10/25

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 11/10/25

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 11/10/25

Outside waste receptacles were not kept closed. [Repeat]

Inspection — 10/29/2025
Safe Bite Grade: F
Critical Repeat Corrected ~8.0× illness risk = 90 pts × 1.5 (repeat) × 0.5 (corrected) 10/29/25

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 Repeat Corrected ~1.3× illness risk = 30 pts × 1.5 (repeat) × 0.5 (corrected) 10/29/25

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

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 Repeat Corrected ~4.0× illness risk = 70 pts × 1.5 (repeat) × 0.5 (corrected) 10/29/25

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 Corrected ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 10/29/25

Food contact surfaces and utensils are not clean to sight and touch. [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 ~12.0× illness risk = 100 pts 10/29/25

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

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 Corrected ~4.0× illness risk = 70 pts × 1.5 (repeat) × 0.5 (corrected) 10/29/25

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

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 Repeat 0 pts 10/29/25

Floor is not maintained in good repair. [Repeat]

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/29/25

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

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 10/29/25

Bulk containers are not properly labeled. [Corrected]

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/29/25

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

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 10/29/25

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 10/29/25

Outside waste receptacles were not kept closed. [Repeat]

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