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LA MADELINE #503

3300 SEVERN AVE STE 201 METAIRIE, LA 70002

(RESTAURANT)
Mexican
Safe Bite Grade B Fair 05/12/2026
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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 05/12/2026. Previous inspection history affects the grade. How we calculate.

Grade History
Current Safe Bite Grade: B
05/12/2026 Routine
1 critical -5 points C → B
02/02/2026 Routine
2 critical -75 points A → C
03/20/2025 Routine
0 critical 0 points A
Inspection — 05/12/2026
Safe Bite Grade: A
Critical Corrected 10 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 05/12/26

There is a cross connection between the potable water supply and another source of water of lesser quality. [Corrected]

Non-Critical 0 pts 05/12/26

Outdoor premises used for garbage storage is not maintained clean and free of litter.

Non-Critical 0 pts 05/12/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 05/12/26

Walls/ceilings or attached equipment are not in good repair.***RUSTED A/C VENTS

Non-Critical 0 pts 05/12/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat Corrected 0 pts 05/12/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat Corrected 0 pts 05/12/26

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

Inspection — 02/02/2026
Safe Bite Grade: C — Weighs on Current
Critical Corrected ~8.0× illness risk = 90 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 02/02/26

Food for hot holding and service was held at a temperature of less than 135°F. [Corrected]

Safe Bite Analysis C. perfringens B. cereus S. aureus

Food held below 135°F allows dangerous bacteria to multiply and produce toxins that can't be destroyed by reheating. Clostridium perfringens alone causes nearly 1 million illnesses per year in the US.

Critical Corrected ~3.0× illness risk = 60 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 02/02/26

A backflow prevention device is not installed on a threaded faucet where a hose is attached. [Corrected]

Safe Bite Analysis Waterborne pathogens Chemical contaminants Copper/metal leaching

Failed backflow prevention means contaminated water from drains, chemical lines, or equipment can flow backward into the clean water supply. FDA has documented cases where this caused copper poisoning from beverage systems.

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 02/02/26

Equipment and utensils are not air-dried. [Corrected]

Non-Critical 0 pts 02/02/26

Single use/single service articles are not kept in the original protective package or stored by using other means that afford protection from contamination.

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 02/02/26

Single use/single service articles are not stored as to eliminate exposure to splash, dust or contamination. [Corrected]

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 02/02/26

In use food utensils are stored in water that is not maintained at a minimum of 135°F. [Corrected]

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 02/02/26

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

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 02/02/26

Employees’ personal care items are stored where food equipment, utensils, linens, single service items or single use items may be contaminated. [Corrected]

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

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

Official Inspection Reports

Louisiana Department of Health

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