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MI TIERRA

11418 US 165 HWY S FOREST HILL, LA 71430

Combined report: 2 permit areas
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Mexican
Safe Bite Grade F Failing 04/14/2026
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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 04/14/2026. Previous inspection history affects the grade. How we calculate.

Grade History
Current Safe Bite Grade: F
04/14/2026 1st Follow-Up
0 critical 0 points F
04/09/2026 Routine
4 critical -185 points D → F
12/23/2025 1st Follow-Up
0 critical 0 points F → D
11/20/2025 Routine
5 critical -315 points F
1st Follow-Up — 04/14/2026 (5 days later)
Safe Bite Grade: A
Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/14/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/14/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/14/26

Outside waste receptacles were not kept closed. [Repeat]

Inspection — 04/09/2026
Safe Bite Grade: F — Weighs on Current
Critical Corrected ~1.3× illness risk = 30 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 04/09/26

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 ~6.0× illness risk = 80 pts 04/09/26

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 Corrected ~1.7× illness risk = 40 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 04/09/26

Working containers of chemicals are not labeled. [Corrected]

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

Unlabeled chemical containers are a recipe for 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 ~4.0× illness risk = 70 pts 04/09/26

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 04/09/26

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

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 04/09/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/09/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/09/26

Single-service and single-use articles are reused

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/09/26

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

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 04/09/26

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 04/09/26

Outside waste receptacles were not kept closed.

1st Follow-Up — 12/23/2025 (33 days later)
Safe Bite Grade: A
Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 12/23/25

Walls and/or ceilings in the food preparation areas are not constructed of smooth, light colored, durable and easily cleanable materials. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 12/23/25

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 12/23/25

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

Inspection — 11/20/2025
Safe Bite Grade: F
Critical ~8.0× illness risk = 90 pts 11/20/25

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

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) 11/20/25

An approved sanitizer is not being used during manual or mechanical warewashing. [Corrected]

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 ~1.7× illness risk = 40 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 11/20/25

Working containers of chemicals are not labeled. Table cleaner [Repeat]

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

Unlabeled chemical containers are a recipe for 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 Corrected ~3.0× illness risk = 60 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 11/20/25

Chemicals are stored with/above food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service or single use articles. [Corrected]

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 ~12.0× illness risk = 100 pts 11/20/25

Sewage is not disposed of through an approved sewerage system/facility. Septic tank is in disrepair. Oxidation pond needs lock and fence needs repaired.

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 11/20/25

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 11/20/25

Walls and/or ceilings in the food preparation areas are not constructed of smooth, light colored, durable and easily cleanable materials.

Non-Critical 0 pts 11/20/25

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 11/20/25

Non-food contact surfaces are not constructed of a corrosion-resistant, non -absorbent, smooth material. Shelves and cabinets

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 11/20/25

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

Non-Critical Repeat Corrected 0 pts 11/20/25

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 11/20/25

Toilet does not have an open-front toilet seat.

Non-Critical 0 pts 11/20/25

The toilet room door is not tight fitting and self-closing. Women’s restroom

Non-Critical 0 pts 11/20/25

The toilet room is not mechanically vented to the outside atmosphere. Vent is not working

Non-Critical 0 pts 11/20/25

A covered waste can is not provided in the ladies toilet room.

Non-Critical 0 pts 11/20/25

Equipment and receptacles for materials containing food residue are not durable, cleanable, insect and rodent resistant, leakproof and nonabsorbent.

Official Inspection Reports

Louisiana Department of Health

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