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TESSIE'S PLACE

116 N WOODLAWN AVE METAIRIE, LA 70001

Combined report: 2 permit areas
(RESTAURANT)
+ Cuisine
Safe Bite Grade D Bad 04/02/2026
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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 04/02/2026. Previous inspection history affects the grade. How we calculate.

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Inspection
04/02/2026

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Critical

4

Non-Critical

Inspection — 04/02/2026
Safe Bite Grade: C
Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 04/02/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/02/26

Non-food contact equipment is not maintained in good repair. * outside of deep freezer rusty. [Repeat]

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/02/26

Non-food contact surfaces are not constructed of a corrosion-resistant, non -absorbent, smooth material * gasket of freezers. * prep tables rusty bottom.

Non-Critical ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts 04/02/26

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

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.

Inspection — 11/21/2025
Safe Bite Grade: C — Weighs on Current
Critical Repeat Corrected ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts × 1.5 (repeat) × 0.5 (corrected) 11/21/25

Food contact surfaces and utensils are not clean to sight and touch. The nozzle of the soda gun must be cleaned. [Corrected][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 Corrected ~3.0× illness risk = 60 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 11/21/25

There is a direct connection between the drainage system and a drain line originating from food handling equipment. Extension as per RF Memo 2019-003 until change of ownership, operations, renovations, and/or complaint/issue. [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.

Inspection — 11/21/2025
Safe Bite Grade: C
Critical Corrected ~3.0× illness risk = 60 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 11/21/25

Chlorine sanitizer concentration for warewashing is not between 50-100 p.p.m. at 75ºF. Management replaced the sanitizer solution. [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) 11/21/25

There is a direct connection between the drainage system and a drain line originating from food handling equipment. Extension as per RF Memo 2019-003 until change of ownership, operations, renovations, and/or complaint/issue. [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 11/21/25

Walls/ceilings or attached equipment are not in good repair. Rust is noted on the door of the walk-in cooler.

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 11/21/25

Non-food contact equipment is not maintained in good repair. Damaged gaskets and rust is noted on the deep freezer. [Repeat]

Inspection — 03/20/2025
Safe Bite Grade: C
Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 03/20/25

Walls/ceilings or attached equipment are not clean. Men's and Lady's restroom exhaust vents [Repeat]

Non-Critical 0 pts 03/20/25

Non-food contact equipment is not maintained in good repair. Heavy rust build-up on and various deep freezes.

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 03/20/25

Non-food contact surfaces of equipment have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris. Shelves in the walk-in cooler, Outside of the ice machine. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 03/20/25

Non-food contact surfaces are not cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Inside of the deep fryer, Outside of the deep fryer [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.

Official Inspection Reports

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