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Peggy's Superette

2231 MOELING ST LAKE CHARLES, LA 70601

Combined report: 6 permit areas
- Deli
+ Cuisine
Safe Bite Grade F Failing 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: F
10/15/2026 Routine
4 critical -50 points D → F
05/11/2026 2nd Follow-Up
0 points D → D
04/27/2026 1st Follow-Up
2 critical -180 points D → D
04/21/2026 Routine
5 critical -190 points D → D
10/16/2025 Routine
4 critical -140 points D → D
04/07/2025 1st Follow-Up
0 critical 0 points F → D
02/25/2025 Routine
16 critical -1080 points ? → F
Inspection — 10/15/2026
Visit Grade: C — Weighs on Current
Critical Corrected 10 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 10/15/26

Employee was eating in a food preparation or other area where food| utensils or other items requiring protection were stored. [Corrected]

Critical Corrected ~1.7× illness risk = 40 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 10/15/26

Working containers of chemicals are not labeled. [Corrected]

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

Unlabeled chemical containers create a serious risk of 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 10 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 10/15/26

Employee was eating in a food preparation or other area where food| utensils or other items requiring protection were stored. [Corrected]

Critical Corrected ~1.7× illness risk = 40 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 10/15/26

Working containers of chemicals are not labeled. [Corrected]

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

Unlabeled chemical containers create a serious risk of 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.

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/15/26

There are unnecessary items on the premises.

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/15/26

Floors are not smooth and easily cleanable.

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/15/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/15/26

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 0 pts 10/15/26

There are unnecessary items on the premises.

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/15/26

Floors are not smooth and easily cleanable.

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/15/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/15/26

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

2nd Follow-Up — 05/11/2026 (20 days later)
Passed

No violations found — all issues resolved.

1st Follow-Up — 04/27/2026 (6 days later)
Visit Grade: F — Weighs on Current
Critical Repeat ~3.0× illness risk = 60 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 04/27/26

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

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.

Critical Repeat ~3.0× illness risk = 60 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 04/27/26

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

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 Repeat 0 pts 04/27/26

Ventilation hood systems are not provided in sufficient number/capacity. In back prep area. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/27/26

Bulk containers are not properly labeled. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/27/26

Food is not stored in a clean| covered container. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/27/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/27/26

Outside waste receptacles were not kept closed. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/27/26

Mechanical ventilation of sufficient number/capacity is not provided. Back prep area cooking cracklings. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/27/26

Bulk containers are not properly labeled. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/27/26

Food is not stored in a clean| covered container. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/27/26

Non-food contact surfaces are not cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Floors and shelving in walk-in cooler [Repeat]

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/27/26

Outside waste receptacles were not kept closed.

Inspection — 04/21/2026
Visit Grade: F (Historical)
Critical Corrected ~12.0× illness risk = 100 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 04/21/26

Food meets the definition of adulterated. Dented food can. [Corrected]

Safe Bite Analysis Multiple pathogens Chemical toxins Foreign matter

Adulterated food is unsafe by definition — it may contain pathogens, toxins, foreign objects, or unapproved chemicals. Serving adulterated food is the most direct path to making someone seriously ill.

Critical 10 pts 04/21/26

Unapproved chemicals are used in the food establishment. Raid

Critical ~3.0× illness risk = 60 pts 04/21/26

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

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.

Critical 10 pts 04/21/26

Unapproved chemicals are used in the food establishment. Raid insect.

Critical ~3.0× illness risk = 60 pts 04/21/26

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

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 0 pts 04/21/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/21/26

Toilet does not have an open-front toilet seat.

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/21/26

Mechanical ventilation of sufficient number/capacity is not provided.

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/21/26

Bulk containers are not properly labeled. [Repeat]

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/21/26

Food is not stored in a clean| covered container. In Walk-In cooler

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/21/26

Food scoop is constructed without a handle.

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/21/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/21/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/21/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/21/26

Ventilation hood systems are not provided in sufficient number/capacity.

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/21/26

Bulk containers are not properly labeled. [Repeat]

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/21/26

Food is not stored in a clean| covered container. Walk-in cooler

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/21/26

Food scoop is constructed without a handle.

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/21/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/21/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/21/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/21/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/21/26

Outside waste receptacles were not kept closed.

Inspection — 10/16/2025
Visit Grade: F (Historical)
Critical Corrected ~4.0× illness risk = 70 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 10/16/25

Raw animal food is not separated from ready to eat food, or is placed, stored or displayed above ready to eat food. Eggs [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 ~4.0× illness risk = 70 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 10/16/25

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.

Critical Corrected ~4.0× illness risk = 70 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 10/16/25

Raw animal food is not separated from ready to eat food, or is placed, stored or displayed above ready to eat food. Eggs [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 ~4.0× illness risk = 70 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 10/16/25

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 10/16/25

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/16/25

Packaged food is not labeled as specified by law.

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/16/25

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 0 pts 10/16/25

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 10/16/25

The grease trap is not easily accessible for cleaning and/or is not serviced. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 10/16/25

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/16/25

Packaged food is not labeled as specified by law.

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/16/25

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 0 pts 10/16/25

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

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 10/16/25

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

1st Follow-Up — 04/07/2025 (41 days later)
Visit Grade: A (Historical)
Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/07/25

The grease trap is not easily accessible for cleaning and/or is not serviced. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/07/25

There are unnecessary items on the premises. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/07/25

The grease trap is not easily accessible for cleaning and/or is not serviced. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/07/25

There are unnecessary items on the premises. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/07/25

The grease trap is not easily accessible for cleaning and/or is not serviced. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/07/25

There are unnecessary items on the premises. [Repeat]

Inspection — 02/25/2025
Visit Grade: F (Historical)
Critical Repeat ~8.0× illness risk = 90 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 02/25/25

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

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 Repeat ~8.0× illness risk = 90 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 02/25/25

Food stored for cold-holding and service was not held at a temperature of 41 °F or below. [Repeat]

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 Repeat 20 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 02/25/25

Unapproved chemicals are used in the food establishment. [Repeat]

Critical Repeat ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 02/25/25

The air gap between the water supply inlet and the flood rim of the plumbing fixture or equipment is not at least twice the diameter of the water supply inlet. [Repeat]

Safe Bite Analysis Waterborne pathogens Chemical contaminants

Without proper air gaps, contaminated water can be sucked back into the clean water supply through backsiphonage. This means water used for food preparation, ice, or drinking could become contaminated.

Critical Repeat ~8.0× illness risk = 90 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 02/25/25

Food stored for cold-holding and service was not held at a temperature of 41 °F or below. [Repeat]

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 Repeat ~6.0× illness risk = 80 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 02/25/25

Employee did not wash hands and exposed portions of arms at appropriate time. [Repeat]

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 Repeat ~1.3× illness risk = 30 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 02/25/25

Employee was drinking in a food preparation or other area where food equipment, utensils or other items requiring protection were stored. [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.

Critical Repeat 20 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 02/25/25

Single use gloves were used for more than one purpose. [Repeat]

Critical Repeat ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 02/25/25

Food contact surfaces and utensils are not clean to sight and touch. [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 Repeat 20 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 02/25/25

Equipment/utensils which have contact with potentially hazardous food are not cleaned every 4 hours of use. [Repeat]

Critical Repeat 20 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 02/25/25

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

Critical Repeat ~1.7× illness risk = 40 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 02/25/25

Working containers of chemicals are not labeled. [Repeat]

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

Unlabeled chemical containers create a serious risk of 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 Repeat 20 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 02/25/25

Unapproved chemicals are used in the food establishment. [Repeat]

Critical Repeat ~3.0× illness risk = 60 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 02/25/25

There is a direct connection between the drainage system and a drain line originating from food handling equipment. [Repeat]

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.

Critical Repeat 20 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 02/25/25

Not fully cooked smoked meat is not labeled on package “Further Cooking Required” in letters at least ½ inch. [Repeat]

Critical Repeat 20 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 02/25/25

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 02/25/25

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 02/25/25

Light bulbs are not shielded or coated in areas where there is exposed food, clean equipment, utensils, or unwrapped single service or single use articles. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 02/25/25

Lockers or suitable facilities are not provided / used for storage of employees personal items, clothing and other possessions. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 02/25/25

Food scoop is constructed without a handle. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 02/25/25

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 02/25/25

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 02/25/25

Plumbing is not maintained. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 02/25/25

The grease trap is not easily accessible for cleaning and/or is not serviced. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 02/25/25

There are unnecessary items on the premises. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 02/25/25

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 02/25/25

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 02/25/25

Maintenance cleaning tools are not stored properly. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 02/25/25

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 02/25/25

Food scoop is constructed without a handle. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 02/25/25

Single-service and single-use articles are reused [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 02/25/25

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 02/25/25

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 02/25/25

Light bulbs are not shielded or coated in areas where there is exposed food, clean equipment, utensils, or unwrapped single service or single use articles. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 02/25/25

Non-food contact surfaces are not constructed of a corrosion-resistant, non -absorbent, smooth material ~ CARD BOARD ON SHELVES; WOOD SHELF NOT SEALED [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 02/25/25

Non-food contact surfaces of equipment have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris. ~ Ice Build up in chest freezers [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 02/25/25

The toilet room door is not tight fitting and self-closing. [Repeat]

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