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Golden Corral

3110 AMBASSADOR CAFFERY PKWY LAFAYETTE, LA 70506

+ Cuisine
Safe Bite Grade F Failing 08/21/2026
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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 08/21/2026. Previous inspection history affects the grade. How we calculate.

Grade History
Current Safe Bite Grade: F
08/21/2026 Routine
3 critical -230 points D → F
06/15/2026 Clean
0 points D → D
06/01/2026 2nd Follow-Up
1 critical -30 points D → D
05/05/2026 1st Follow-Up
1 critical -30 points D → D
04/20/2026 Routine
2 critical -60 points D → D
02/05/2026 Routine
0 critical 0 points D → D
12/18/2025 1st Follow-Up
0 critical 0 points D → D
12/04/2025 Routine
5 critical -70 points D → D
10/27/2025 1st Follow-Up
0 critical 0 points F → D
10/09/2025 Routine
4 critical -140 points ? → F
Inspection — 08/21/2026
Visit Grade: F — Weighs on Current
Critical ~12.0× illness risk = 100 pts 08/21/26

Food consists in whole or in part of a filthy| putrid| or decomposed substance.

Safe Bite Analysis High bacterial load Spoilage toxins Mold toxins

Decomposed or putrid food contains extremely high levels of bacteria and toxins. It is visibly unsafe and represents a critical food safety failure — it must never be served to customers.

Critical ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts 08/21/26

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 ~6.0× illness risk = 80 pts 08/21/26

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.

Non-Critical 0 pts 08/21/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 08/21/26

Floors are not clean.

Non-Critical 0 pts 08/21/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 08/21/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 08/21/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 08/21/26

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

Inspection — 06/15/2026
Passed

No violations found — all issues resolved.

2nd Follow-Up — 06/01/2026 (42 days later)
Visit Grade: B — Weighs on Current
Critical ~1.3× illness risk = 30 pts 06/01/26

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.

1st Follow-Up — 05/05/2026 (15 days later)
Visit Grade: B (Historical)
Critical Repeat ~1.15× illness risk = 20 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 05/05/26

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 05/05/26

Floors are not clean. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 05/05/26

Floor is not maintained in good repair. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 05/05/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 05/05/26

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

Inspection — 04/20/2026
Visit Grade: C (Historical)
Critical ~1.15× illness risk = 20 pts 04/20/26

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 Corrected ~6.0× illness risk = 80 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 04/20/26

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 Repeat 0 pts 04/20/26

Floors are not clean. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/20/26

Floor is not maintained in good repair. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/20/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/20/26

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

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 04/20/26

Bulk food is not protected from contamination. [Corrected]

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/20/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/20/26

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

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 04/20/26

Food scoop is constructed without a handle. [Corrected]

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/20/26

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

Inspection — 02/05/2026
Visit Grade: A (Historical)
Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 02/05/26

Floors are not clean. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 02/05/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 02/05/26

Clean equipment/utensils are not stored in a self-draining position that permits air drying.

Non-Critical 0 pts 02/05/26

Food handlers are not wearing proper hair restraints.

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 02/05/26

The hand wash lavatory is used for purpose other than hand washing. [Corrected]

1st Follow-Up — 12/18/2025 (14 days later)
Visit Grade: A (Historical)
Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 12/18/25

Plumbing is not maintained. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 12/18/25

Floors are not clean. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 12/18/25

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 12/18/25

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

Inspection — 12/04/2025
Visit Grade: C (Historical)
Critical Corrected 10 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 12/04/25

Food has been prepared, packaged, or held under unsanitary conditions where it may have been rendered injurious to health. [Corrected]

Critical Corrected 10 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 12/04/25

Material used to construct food contact equipment is not safe. [Corrected]

Critical Corrected ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 12/04/25

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 Corrected 10 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 12/04/25

Food package was not in good condition exposing the food to adulteration or potential contamination. [Corrected]

Critical ~1.3× illness risk = 30 pts 12/04/25

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.

Non-Critical 0 pts 12/04/25

Plumbing is not maintained.

Non-Critical 0 pts 12/04/25

Floor is not sloped to drain.

Non-Critical 0 pts 12/04/25

Floors are not clean.

Non-Critical 0 pts 12/04/25

Floor is not maintained in good repair.

Non-Critical 0 pts 12/04/25

Walls/ceilings or attached equipment are not clean.

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 12/04/25

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 12/04/25

Packaged food is not labeled as specified by law. [Corrected]

Non-Critical 0 pts 12/04/25

Food is not stored in a clean, covered container.

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 12/04/25

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 12/04/25

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 12/04/25

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 12/04/25

Clean equipment/utensils are not stored in a self-draining position that permits air drying.

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 12/04/25

Hand wash lavatory is not accessible [Corrected]

1st Follow-Up — 10/27/2025 (18 days later)
Visit Grade: A (Historical)
Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 10/27/25

Walls/ceilings or attached equipment are not clean. Dust accumulation over buffet area. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 10/27/25

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 10/27/25

Non-food contact equipment is not maintained in good repair. Reach-in cooler and reach-in freezer. [Repeat]

Inspection — 10/09/2025
Visit Grade: F (Historical)
Critical Corrected ~8.0× illness risk = 90 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 10/09/25

Food stored for cold-holding and service was not held at a temperature of 41 °F or below. [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) 10/09/25

Raw animal food is not separated from ready to eat food, or is placed, stored or displayed above ready to eat food. [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 ~3.0× illness risk = 60 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 10/09/25

Chlorine sanitizer concentration for warewashing is not between 50-100 p.p.m. at 75ºF. Establishment to utilize 3-compartment sink until dish machine sanitizer is repaired. [Corrected]

Safe Bite Analysis Norovirus Salmonella E. coli (if too low) Chemical injury (if too high)

Sanitizer that's too weak won't kill bacteria and viruses. Sanitizer that's too strong can leave chemical residues on dishes and utensils that cause illness. Either way, the safety system has failed.

Critical Corrected ~3.0× illness risk = 60 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 10/09/25

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.

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/09/25

Walls/ceilings or attached equipment are not clean.

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/09/25

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

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 10/09/25

Potentially hazardous foods are not properly thawed. [Corrected]

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 10/09/25

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/09/25

Non-food contact equipment is not maintained in good repair. Reach-in cooler, reach-in freezer, and dish machine.

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/09/25

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/09/25

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 Corrected 0 pts 10/09/25

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

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