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LA CARRETA OF LAPLACE

107 CARROLLWOOD DR STE A LAPLACE, LA 70068

Combined report: 2 permit areas
RESTAURANT
Mexican
Safe Bite Grade B Fair 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: B
10/15/2026 1st Follow-Up
1 critical -20 points B → B
09/11/2026 Routine
1 critical -20 points B → B
06/17/2026 1st Follow-Up
0 critical 0 points B → B
06/15/2026 Clean
0 points C → B
03/02/2026 1st Follow-Up
0 critical 0 points C → C
02/18/2026 Routine
2 critical -35 points B → C
11/03/2025 1st Follow-Up
0 critical 0 points D → B
10/20/2025 Routine
2 critical -82 points ? → D
1st Follow-Up — 10/15/2026 (34 days later)
Visit Grade: A — Weighs on Current
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 Corrected 0 pts 10/15/26

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

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 10/15/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/15/26

Non-food contact equipment is not maintained in good repair. RUST ACCUMULATION NOTED ON LOWER PREP TABLE SHELF

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/15/26

Utensils and food-contact surfaces of equipment are not durable| corrosion-resistant and non-absorbent. FOOD ITEMS STORED IN GROCERY BAGS

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/15/26

Non-food contact surfaces of equipment have an accumulation of dust| dirt| food residue and other debris. REACH-IN COOLER DOOR GASKETS

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 10/15/26

Hand wash lavatory is not accessible [Corrected]

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/15/26

Equipment and receptacles for materials containing food residue are not durable| cleanable| insect and rodent resistant| leakproof and nonabsorbent. DUMPSTER PLUG MISSING

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 10/15/26

Outside waste receptacles were not kept closed. [Corrected]

Inspection — 09/11/2026
Visit Grade: A — Weighs on Current
Critical Corrected ~1.7× illness risk = 40 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 09/11/26

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 Repeat 0 pts 09/11/26

In use food utensils are not stored on a clean dry surface. KNIFE [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 09/11/26

Soap and/or paper towels are not provided for use at the hand wash lavatory. HAND TOWELS AND DISPENSER NOT PROVIDED AT HANDWASHING SINK [Repeat]

1st Follow-Up — 06/17/2026 (2 days later)
Visit Grade: A (Historical)
Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 06/17/26

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

Inspection — 06/15/2026
Passed

No violations found — all issues resolved.

1st Follow-Up — 03/02/2026 (12 days later)
Visit Grade: A (Historical)
Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 03/02/26

Walls/ceilings or attached equipment are not clean. WALK-IN FREEZER DOOR GASKET [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 03/02/26

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

Inspection — 02/18/2026
Visit Grade: B (Historical)
Critical Corrected ~1.3× illness risk = 30 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 02/18/26

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

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 Corrected ~1.7× illness risk = 40 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 02/18/26

Working containers of chemicals are not labeled. SPRAY BOTTLE [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 02/18/26

Plumbing is not maintained. DRIP NOTED FROM TOILET TANK WATER SUPPLY

Non-Critical 0 pts 02/18/26

Walls/ceilings or attached equipment are not clean. WALK-IN FREEZER DOOR GASKET

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 02/18/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 02/18/26

Utensils/food-contact surfaces are not resistant to pitting, chipping, grazing, scratching scoring, distortion or decomposition. CRACKS NOTED ON SHEET PANS. [Repeat]

Non-Critical 0 pts 02/18/26

Food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans are not free of encrusted grease and other accumulations. SKILLET SURFACES

Non-Critical 0 pts 02/18/26

Non-food contact surfaces of equipment have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris. 1. TOP DISHWASHER SURFACE 2. INTERNAL OVEN SURFACE

Non-Critical 0 pts 02/18/26

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

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 02/18/26

In use food utensils are not stored on a clean dry surface. KNIFE STORED BETWEEN WALL AND TABLE [Corrected]

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 02/18/26

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 02/18/26

Hand wash lavatory is not accessible [Corrected]

1st Follow-Up — 11/03/2025 (14 days later)
Visit Grade: A (Historical)
Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 11/03/25

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 11/03/25

Utensils/food-contact surfaces are not resistant to pitting, chipping, grazing, scratching scoring, distortion or decomposition. CRACK NOTED IN CLEAR PLASTIC BULK FOOD CONTAINER COVER [Repeat]

Inspection — 10/20/2025
Visit Grade: D (Historical)
Critical Repeat Corrected ~1.7× illness risk = 40 pts × 1.5 (repeat) × 0.5 (corrected) 10/20/25

Working containers of chemicals are not labeled. [Corrected][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 Corrected ~4.0× illness risk = 70 pts × 1.5 (repeat) × 0.5 (corrected) 10/20/25

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

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 10/20/25

Floors are not clean.

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/20/25

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 10/20/25

Bulk containers are not properly labeled. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 10/20/25

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

Non-Critical Repeat Corrected 0 pts 10/20/25

An accurate ambient air temperature-measuring device is not provided. [Corrected][Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 10/20/25

Utensils and food-contact surfaces of equipment are not durable, corrosion-resistant and non-absorbent. RAW WOOD NOTED ON SHELVING OF WALK-IN COOLER [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 10/20/25

Utensils/food-contact surfaces are not resistant to pitting, chipping, grazing, scratching scoring, distortion or decomposition. CRACK NOTED IN CLEAR PLASTIC BULK FOOD CONTAINER COVER [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 10/20/25

Non-food contact surfaces of equipment have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris. 1. EXTERNAL SURFACES OF BULK FOOD BINS 2. GASKETS OF REACH-IN COOLER DOOR [Repeat]

Non-Critical 0 pts 10/20/25

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 10/20/25

Hand wash lavatory is not accessible [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat Corrected 0 pts 10/20/25

Outside waste receptacles were not kept closed. [Corrected][Repeat]

Official Inspection Reports

Louisiana Department of Health

10/15/2026 RESTAURANT Latest
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09/11/2026 BAR
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06/17/2026 RESTAURANT
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03/02/2026 RESTAURANT
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02/18/2026 RESTAURANT
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11/03/2025 RESTAURANT
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10/20/2025 RESTAURANT
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