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Rosita's Taqueria

3669 5th AVE LAKE CHARLES, LA 70607

Mexican
Safe Bite Grade D Bad 10/15/2026
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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 10/15/2026. Previous inspection history affects the grade. How we calculate.

Grade History
Current Safe Bite Grade: D
10/15/2026 Routine
1 critical -22 points D → D
07/16/2026 Routine
3 critical -80 points C → D
04/09/2026 Routine
2 critical -60 points B → C
01/15/2026 Routine
0 critical 0 points C → B
10/30/2025 1st Follow-Up
0 critical -20 points F → C
10/23/2025 Routine
2 critical -150 points ? → F
Inspection — 10/15/2026
Visit Grade: A — Weighs on Current
Critical Repeat Corrected ~1.3× illness risk = 30 pts × 1.5 (repeat) × 0.5 (corrected) 10/15/26

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.

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/15/26

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

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 10/15/26

Bulk containers are not properly labeled. [Corrected]

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 10/15/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat Corrected 0 pts 10/15/26

Food scoop is constructed without a handle. [Corrected][Repeat]

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/15/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/15/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat Corrected 0 pts 10/15/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat Corrected 0 pts 10/15/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/15/26

Outside waste receptacles were not kept closed.

Inspection — 07/16/2026
Visit Grade: D — Weighs on Current
Critical Corrected ~1.3× illness risk = 30 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 07/16/26

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 Corrected ~3.0× illness risk = 60 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 07/16/26

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

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 Corrected ~4.0× illness risk = 70 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 07/16/26

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

Safe Bite Analysis Listeria monocytogenes

Without proper date marking, ready-to-eat food can be kept too long under refrigeration. Listeria grows slowly even in the fridge and reaches dangerous levels after 7 days — and among high-risk groups (pregnant women, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems) who develop serious illness, about 1 in 5 cases are fatal.

Non-Critical 0 pts 07/16/26

The permit is not valid due to nonpayment of fees/penalties.

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 07/16/26

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

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 07/16/26

Potentially hazardous foods are not properly thawed. [Corrected]

Non-Critical Repeat Corrected 0 pts 07/16/26

Food scoop is constructed without a handle. [Corrected][Repeat]

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 07/16/26

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

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 07/16/26

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

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 07/16/26

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

Inspection — 04/09/2026
Visit Grade: C (Historical)
Critical Corrected ~4.0× illness risk = 70 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 04/09/26

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 ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 04/09/26

Food contact surfaces and utensils are not clean to sight and touch. Pan [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.

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 04/09/26

Bulk containers are not properly labeled. [Corrected]

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 04/09/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat Corrected 0 pts 04/09/26

Food scoop is constructed without a handle. [Corrected][Repeat]

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/09/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/09/26

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

Inspection — 01/15/2026
Visit Grade: A (Historical)
Non-Critical 0 pts 01/15/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 01/15/26

Non-food contact equipment is not maintained in good repair. Wall behind prep table

Non-Critical 0 pts 01/15/26

Utensils and food-contact surfaces of equipment are not durable, corrosion-resistant and non-absorbent.

Non-Critical 0 pts 01/15/26

Outside waste receptacles were not kept closed.

1st Follow-Up — 10/30/2025 (7 days later)
Visit Grade: A (Historical)
Non-Critical ~1.15× illness risk = 20 pts 10/30/25

A current state food safety certificate is not conspicuously posted.

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 0 pts 10/30/25

A valid permit to operate is not posted in a conspicuous location.

Inspection — 10/23/2025
Visit Grade: F (Historical)
Critical ~6.0× illness risk = 80 pts 10/23/25

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 ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts 10/23/25

Food contact surfaces and utensils are not clean to sight and touch.Interior of 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.

Non-Critical ~1.15× illness risk = 20 pts 10/23/25

A current state food safety certificate is not conspicuously posted.

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 0 pts 10/23/25

A valid permit to operate is not posted in a conspicuous location.

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 10/23/25

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/23/25

Bulk containers are not properly labeled.

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/23/25

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/23/25

Hand wash lavatory is not accessible No hand sink

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/23/25

Outside waste receptacles were not kept closed.

Official Inspection Reports

Louisiana Department of Health

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