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EL PATIO MEXICAN GRILL

12758 MANSFIELD RD KEITHVILLE, LA 71047

Combined report: 2 permit areas
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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
2 critical -55 points D → D
05/27/2026 1st Follow-Up
0 critical 0 points F → D
05/11/2026 Routine
3 critical -127 points F → F
10/10/2025 Routine
5 critical -122 points A → F
04/14/2025 Routine
0 critical 0 points ? → A
Inspection — 10/15/2026
Visit Grade: C — Weighs on Current
Critical Corrected ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 10/15/26

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

Critical Corrected ~3.0× illness risk = 60 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 10/15/26

Chemicals are stored with/above food| equipment| utensils| linens| single-service or single use articles. [Corrected]

Safe Bite Analysis Chemical toxins (bleach, degreasers, pesticides)

Cleaning chemicals, pesticides, and degreasers stored near food or food-contact surfaces can spill, leak, or produce fumes that contaminate food. Chemical poisoning from contaminated food can cause severe burns, organ damage, and death.

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/15/26

Plumbing is not maintained.

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/15/26

Floors are not clean.

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 10/15/26

Soiled linens are not kept in clean | non-absorbent receptacles or clean washable laundry bags. [Corrected]

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 10/15/26

Bulk containers are not properly labeled. [Corrected]

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 10/15/26

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

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 10/15/26

Food scoop is constructed without a handle. [Corrected]

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 10/15/26

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

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 10/15/26

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

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 10/15/26

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

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 10/15/26

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

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 10/15/26

The hand wash lavatory and/or soap and paper towel dispensers are not clean. [Corrected]

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 10/15/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/15/26

The toilet room fixtures are not clean.

1st Follow-Up — 05/27/2026 (16 days later)
Visit Grade: A — Weighs on Current
Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 05/27/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 05/27/26

Non-food contact equipment is not maintained in good repair.--Condensation buildup present in a prep cooler. Accumulation of standing water observed. [Repeat]

Inspection — 05/11/2026
Visit Grade: F (Historical)
Critical Repeat Corrected ~4.0× illness risk = 70 pts × 1.5 (repeat) × 0.5 (corrected) 05/11/26

Raw animal food is not separated from ready to eat food| or is placed| stored or displayed above ready to eat food.--1) Bulk carton of eggs stored over ready to eat foods in the walk-in cooler, 2) Uncovered chips stored near raw meat prep table [Corrected][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 Corrected ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 05/11/26

Food contact surfaces and utensils are not clean to sight and touch.--Ice machine [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.

Critical ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts 05/11/26

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.--3-compartment sink spray valve

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.

Non-Critical 0 pts 05/11/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 05/11/26

Openings are not protected against the entry of rodents or insects.--Back door has sunlight exposure near the corners of the door [Repeat]

Non-Critical 0 pts 05/11/26

Lighting intensity in walk-in refrigerated units| dry food storage area or other rooms during cleaning are not at least 10 foot candles.

Non-Critical Repeat Corrected 0 pts 05/11/26

Bulk containers are not properly labeled. [Corrected][Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 05/11/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat Corrected 0 pts 05/11/26

Food is stored where it is exposed to splash| dust| or other contamination--Uncovered food [Corrected][Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat Corrected 0 pts 05/11/26

Food is not stored six (6) inches off the floor.-- Cooked baked beans [Corrected][Repeat]

Non-Critical 0 pts 05/11/26

Non-food contact equipment is not maintained in good repair.--Standing water observed in a prep cooler

Non-Critical 0 pts 05/11/26

Food scoop is constructed without a handle.

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 05/11/26

A sanitizer test kit is not provided to accurately measure the concentration in mg/L or parts per million of sanitizing solution provided.--Expired sanitizer test kit presented. Expiration dates were 05/2021 & 01/2025; Discarded all kits provided [Corrected]

Non-Critical 0 pts 05/11/26

Outside waste receptacles were not kept closed.

Non-Critical 0 pts 05/11/26

Soiled receptacles were not cleaned at a frequency sufficient to prevent a nuisance or insect or rodent attraction.--Grease trap

Inspection — 10/10/2025
Visit Grade: F (Historical)
Critical Corrected 10 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 10/10/25

An approved cooling method was not used to meet temperature requirements during cooling. [Corrected]

Critical Repeat Corrected ~4.0× illness risk = 70 pts × 1.5 (repeat) × 0.5 (corrected) 10/10/25

Raw animal food is not separated from ready to eat food, or is placed, stored or displayed above ready to eat food. [Corrected][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 Corrected ~1.3× illness risk = 30 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 10/10/25

Flies are present in the establishment. [Corrected]

Safe Bite Analysis Shigella Salmonella E. coli

Flies land on garbage and feces then land on food, transferring bacteria like Shigella and Salmonella. However, the direct risk from occasional fly presence is lower than other pest issues.

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

Ready to eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on premises and held for more than 24 hours is not date marked. Walk- in refrigerator. [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 ~1.3× illness risk = 30 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 10/10/25

Flies are present in the establishment. Gnats. [Corrected]

Safe Bite Analysis Shigella Salmonella E. coli

Flies land on garbage and feces then land on food, transferring bacteria like Shigella and Salmonella. However, the direct risk from occasional fly presence is lower than other pest issues.

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/10/25

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 10/10/25

Floor is not maintained in good repair. [Repeat]

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/10/25

Walls/ceilings or attached equipment are not clean. Dish area,

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/10/25

Walls/ceilings or attached equipment are not in good repair. Opening above griddle—vent hood.

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 10/10/25

Bulk containers are not properly labeled. Dried beans, rice, etc [Corrected]

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 10/10/25

Food is not stored six (6) inches off the floor. Cheese sauce [Corrected]

Non-Critical Repeat Corrected 0 pts 10/10/25

Properly constructed scoops are not used for dispensing bulk food. [Corrected][Repeat]

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 10/10/25

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

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 10/10/25

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

Non-Critical Repeat Corrected 0 pts 10/10/25

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/10/25

Walls/ceilings or attached equipment are not in good repair. Chipping paint around vent.

Inspection — 04/14/2025
Visit Grade: A (Historical)
Non-Critical 0 pts 04/14/25

There are unnecessary items on the premises. Back area..

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/14/25

Floor is not maintained in good repair. Chipped in several places.

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/14/25

Properly constructed scoops are not used for dispensing bulk food. Seasoning.

Non-Critical 0 pts 04/14/25

An accurate ambient air temperature-measuring device is not provided. In walk-in refrigerator.

Official Inspection Reports

Louisiana Department of Health

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05/27/2026
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10/10/2025 226R
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