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SAKE CAFE

2830 MAGAZINE ST NEW ORLEANS, LA 70115

Combined report: 2 permit areas
RESTAURANT
Sushi
Safe Bite Grade F Failing 03/24/2026
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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 03/24/2026. Previous inspection history affects the grade. How we calculate.

34

1st Follow-Up
03/24/2026 (7 days later)

12

Critical

22

Non-Critical

1st Follow-Up — 03/24/2026 (7 days later)
Safe Bite Grade: F
Critical Repeat 20 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 03/24/26

Food prepared, packed, or held under conditions where it may have been contaminated. [Repeat]

Critical Repeat ~8.0× illness risk = 90 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 03/24/26

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 ~8.0× illness risk = 90 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 03/24/26

Using time only as a public health control, food was not marked or otherwise identified with the time within which it would be cooked , served , or discarded. [Repeat]

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

When food spends too long in the temperature 'danger zone' (41°F-135°F), bacteria can multiply to dangerous levels in hours. Some bacteria produce toxins during this time that survive reheating — the damage is done even if you cook it again.

Critical Repeat ~6.0× illness risk = 80 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 03/24/26

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 ~4.0× illness risk = 70 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 03/24/26

Raw animal food is not separated from ready to eat food, or is placed, stored or displayed above ready to eat food. [Repeat]

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 Repeat ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 03/24/26

Food contact surfaces and utensils are not clean to sight and touch. **RICE COOKER AND CAN OPENER** [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 ~3.0× illness risk = 60 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 03/24/26

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

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 Repeat ~1.7× illness risk = 40 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 03/24/26

Working containers of chemicals are not labeled. [Repeat]

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

Unlabeled chemical containers are a recipe for 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 ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 03/24/26

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. **PREP SINK, 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, ICE MACHINE** [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 ~6.0× illness risk = 80 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 03/24/26

Rodents are present in the establishment. [Repeat]

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 Repeat 0 pts 03/24/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 03/24/26

Floors are not clean. 3701.6 - Floor is not maintained in good repair. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 03/24/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 03/24/26

Lighting intensity in areas where employees are working with unpackaged potentially hazardous food, or knives, slicers, grinders, etc. is not at least 50 foot candles. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat Corrected 0 pts 03/24/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 03/24/26

Bulk containers are not properly labeled. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 03/24/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 03/24/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 03/24/26

Non-food contact equipment is not maintained in good repair. ** FREEZER DOOR DOES NOT CLOSE*** [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 03/24/26

Non-food contact surfaces are not constructed of a corrosion-resistant, non -absorbent, smooth material ***RUSTED RACKS, WOOD SURFACES*** [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 03/24/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 03/24/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 03/24/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 03/24/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 03/24/26

Hand wash lavatory is not accessible [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 03/24/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 03/24/26

Outside receptacles for garbage, etc. did not have tight fitting lids, doors, or covers. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 03/24/26

Outside waste receptacles were not kept closed. [Repeat]

1st Follow-Up — 03/24/2026 (7 days later)
Safe Bite Grade: F — Weighs on Current
Critical Repeat ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 03/24/26

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 ~3.0× illness risk = 60 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 03/24/26

Roaches are present in the establishment. [Repeat]

Safe Bite Analysis Salmonella E. coli Allergens

Cockroaches crawl through drains, sewage, and waste then walk on food and prep surfaces, mechanically transferring bacteria like Salmonella and E. coli.

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 03/24/26

Floors are not clean. 3701.6 - Floor is not maintained in good repair. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 03/24/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 03/24/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 03/24/26

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

Inspection — 03/17/2026
Safe Bite Grade: F
Critical 10 pts 03/17/26

Food has been prepared, packaged, or held under unsanitary conditions where it may have been rendered injurious to health. *STYROFOAM PARTICLES IN/ON FOOD ITEMS

Critical Repeat ~8.0× illness risk = 90 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 03/17/26

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 ~8.0× illness risk = 90 pts 03/17/26

Using time only as a public health control, food was not marked or otherwise identified with the time within which it would be cooked , served , or discarded.

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

When food spends too long in the temperature 'danger zone' (41°F-135°F), bacteria can multiply to dangerous levels in hours. Some bacteria produce toxins during this time that survive reheating — the damage is done even if you cook it again.

Critical ~6.0× illness risk = 80 pts 03/17/26

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 10 pts 03/17/26

Employee was persistently sneezing, coughing or blowing nose in an area of exposed food, equipment or utensils.

Critical 10 pts 03/17/26

Equipment/utensil with which food is prepared, held or served, was not cleaned, rinsed and sanitized prior to use. *SOILED EQUIPMENT BEING CLEANED IN 2 COMPARTMENT PREP SINK**

Critical ~4.0× illness risk = 70 pts 03/17/26

Raw animal food is not separated from ready to eat food, or is placed, stored or displayed above ready to eat food.

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 ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts 03/17/26

Food contact surfaces and utensils are not clean to sight and touch. **RICE COOKER, ICE MACHINE, CAN OPENER**

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 ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts 03/17/26

Warewashing equipment used as food contact surfaces are not cleaned as required. *DISH 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.

Critical ~3.0× illness risk = 60 pts 03/17/26

The 3 compartment sink is not used in proper sequence to wash, rinse and sanitize.

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 ~3.0× illness risk = 60 pts 03/17/26

Chlorine sanitizer concentration for warewashing is not between 50-100 p.p.m. at 75ºF. **DISH MACHINE**

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 ~1.7× illness risk = 40 pts 03/17/26

Working containers of chemicals are not labeled.

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

Unlabeled chemical containers are a recipe for 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 ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts 03/17/26

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. **PREP SINK, 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, ICE MACHINE

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 ~3.0× illness risk = 60 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 03/17/26

Roaches are present in the establishment. **DROPPINGS PRESENT** [Repeat]

Safe Bite Analysis Salmonella E. coli Allergens

Cockroaches crawl through drains, sewage, and waste then walk on food and prep surfaces, mechanically transferring bacteria like Salmonella and E. coli.

Critical ~4.0× illness risk = 70 pts 03/17/26

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

Safe Bite Analysis Listeria monocytogenes

Without proper date marking, ready-to-eat food can be kept too long under refrigeration. Listeria — which kills about 1 in 5 people it seriously infects — grows slowly even in the fridge and reaches dangerous levels after 7 days.

Non-Critical 0 pts 03/17/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat Corrected 0 pts 03/17/26

Plumbing is not maintained. **3 COMPARTMENT SINK* [Corrected][Repeat]

Non-Critical 0 pts 03/17/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 03/17/26

Floors are not clean. 3701.6 - Floor is not maintained in good repair. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 03/17/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 03/17/26

Lighting intensity in areas where employees are working with unpackaged potentially hazardous food, or knives, slicers, grinders, etc. is not at least 50 foot candles.

Non-Critical 0 pts 03/17/26

Maintenance cleaning tools are not stored properly.

Non-Critical 0 pts 03/17/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 03/17/26

Bulk containers are not properly labeled.

Non-Critical 0 pts 03/17/26

Potentially hazardous foods are not properly thawed.

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 03/17/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 03/17/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 03/17/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 03/17/26

Non-food contact equipment is not maintained in good repair. *FREEZER DOOR DOES NOT CLOSE [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 03/17/26

Non-food contact surfaces are not constructed of a corrosion-resistant, non -absorbent, smooth material *RUSTED EQUIPMENT, WOOD SURFACES* [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 03/17/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 03/17/26

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

Non-Critical ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts 03/17/26

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

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 0 pts 03/17/26

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 03/17/26

Clean equipment/utensils are not stored at least six (6) inches off the floor.

Non-Critical 0 pts 03/17/26

Clean equipment/utensils are not stored covered or inverted.

Non-Critical 0 pts 03/17/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 03/17/26

In use food utensils are not stored with the handles above the top of the food.

Non-Critical 0 pts 03/17/26

In use food utensils are stored in water that is not maintained at a minimum of 135°F. 2519.3 - In use food utensils are stored in water that is not continuously flowing.

Non-Critical 0 pts 03/17/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 03/17/26

Hand wash lavatory is not accessible

Non-Critical 0 pts 03/17/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 03/17/26

Outside receptacles for garbage, etc. did not have tight fitting lids, doors, or covers.

Inspection — 03/17/2026
Safe Bite Grade: F
Critical Corrected 10 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 03/17/26

Food prepared, packed, or held under conditions where it may have been contaminated. [Corrected]

Critical ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts 03/17/26

Hot water is not provided to all fixtures, equipment, and nonfood equipment as required.

Safe Bite Analysis Norovirus Salmonella E. coli (indirect — via inadequate cleaning)

Without hot water, staff can't effectively wash their hands or clean equipment. Cold water doesn't dissolve grease or activate soap as effectively, reducing the ability to remove pathogens from hands and surfaces.

Critical ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts 03/17/26

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.

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 ~3.0× illness risk = 60 pts 03/17/26

Roaches are present in the establishment.

Safe Bite Analysis Salmonella E. coli Allergens

Cockroaches crawl through drains, sewage, and waste then walk on food and prep surfaces, mechanically transferring bacteria like Salmonella and E. coli.

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 03/17/26

Floors are not clean. 3701.6 - Floor is not maintained in good repair. [Repeat]

Non-Critical 0 pts 03/17/26

Walls/ceilings or attached equipment are not clean.

Non-Critical 0 pts 03/17/26

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

Non-Critical ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts 03/17/26

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

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 Repeat 0 pts 03/17/26

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

Inspection — 10/15/2025
Safe Bite Grade: F
Critical Repeat ~8.0× illness risk = 90 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 10/15/25

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 ~3.0× illness risk = 60 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 10/15/25

Roaches are present in the establishment. [Repeat]

Safe Bite Analysis Salmonella E. coli Allergens

Cockroaches crawl through drains, sewage, and waste then walk on food and prep surfaces, mechanically transferring bacteria like Salmonella and E. coli.

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 10/15/25

Plumbing is not maintained. **LEAK AT FAUCET HANDLES FOR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 10/15/25

Floors are not clean. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 10/15/25

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 10/15/25

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 10/15/25

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 10/15/25

Non-food contact surfaces are not constructed of a corrosion-resistant, non -absorbent, smooth material **RUSTED RACKS AND SHELVING [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 10/15/25

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 10/15/25

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

Inspection — 04/29/2025
Safe Bite Grade: A+
Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/29/25

Floors are not clean. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/29/25

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/29/25

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

Inspection — 04/23/2025
Safe Bite Grade: A+
Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/23/25

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/23/25

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/23/25

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 04/23/25

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

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