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CASA TEQUILA GRILL

2100 N COLLINS BLVD COVINGTON, LA 70433

GRILL Restaurant GRILL-
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Safe Bite Grade F Failing 07/01/2026
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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 07/01/2026. Previous inspection history affects the grade. How we calculate.

Grade History
Current Safe Bite Grade: F
07/01/2026 Routine
9 critical -450 points B → F
03/25/2026 3rd Follow-Up
0 critical 0 points C → B
03/06/2026 2nd Follow-Up
0 critical 0 points D → C
02/23/2026 1st Follow-Up
3 critical -195 points F → D
02/19/2026 Routine
5 critical -205 points F
Inspection — 07/01/2026
Safe Bite Grade: F
Critical ~8.0× illness risk = 90 pts 07/01/26

Food stored for cold-holding and service was not held at a temperature of 41 °F or below. Carne molida at 44 °F ; unrefrigerated chicken on prep table in back.

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 10 pts 07/01/26

Food to be held cold was not cooled from 70°F to 41°F or below within 4 hours following cooking or hot holding. Beans at 44 °F ; soup at 49 °F.

Critical Corrected ~6.0× illness risk = 80 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 07/01/26

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

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 Corrected ~6.0× illness risk = 80 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 07/01/26

Raw animal foods with different cooking temperature requirements are not separated to prevent cross contamination during storage| preparation| or display. Chicken above other foods in prep cooler. [Corrected]

Safe Bite Analysis Salmonella Campylobacter STEC Allergens

Cross contamination transfers dangerous bacteria from raw meat, dirty surfaces, or contaminated items to food that's ready to eat. Since that food won't be cooked again, any bacteria transferred will be consumed.

Critical ~1.3× illness risk = 30 pts 07/01/26

Equipment and/or utensils are not constructed of approved materials. Shredded chicken stored in grocery bags.

Safe Bite Analysis Chemical leaching Pathogen harborage

Equipment made from unapproved materials may be impossible to properly clean (harboring bacteria in cracks and pores) or may leach chemicals into food during cooking or storage.

Critical ~2.2× illness risk = 50 pts 07/01/26

Food contact surfaces and utensils are not clean to sight and touch. Ice 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 ~4.0× illness risk = 70 pts 07/01/26

An approved sanitizer is not being used during manual or mechanical warewashing. No sanitizer in dishwasher.

Safe Bite Analysis Norovirus Salmonella Listeria E. coli

Cleaning removes visible dirt, but only sanitizing kills the invisible bacteria and viruses that cause food poisoning. Without sanitizer, surfaces that look clean can still spread Norovirus, Salmonella, and Listeria.

Critical ~1.3× illness risk = 30 pts 07/01/26

Flies are present in the establishment.

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 ~4.0× illness risk = 70 pts 07/01/26

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 07/01/26

Plumbing is not maintained. Leak under handsink, no hot water at 2 prep sinks.

Non-Critical 0 pts 07/01/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 07/01/26

There are unnecessary items on the premises. Unused reach-in cooler.

Non-Critical ~1.15× illness risk = 20 pts 07/01/26

A current state food safety certificate is not conspicuously posted.

Safe Bite Analysis Management control failure (indirect)

A missing food safety certificate means the person in charge may not have been trained to identify and prevent food safety hazards. Research shows that restaurants with certified managers have fewer critical violations.

Non-Critical 0 pts 07/01/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 07/01/26

Food is not stored in a clean| covered container. Uncovered foods in coolers; cut pineapple uncovered on prep table in back room. [Repeat]

Non-Critical 0 pts 07/01/26

Non-food contact equipment is not maintained in good repair. Cooler gaskets.

Non-Critical 0 pts 07/01/26

Non-food contact surfaces of equipment have an accumulation of dust| dirt| food residue and other debris. Shelving near grills, floor of reach-in cooler in back.

Non-Critical 0 pts 07/01/26

Food handlers are not wearing proper hair restraints.

Non-Critical 0 pts 07/01/26

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 07/01/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 07/01/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 07/01/26

The toilet room door is not tight fitting and self-closing. Employee restroom door not self-closing.

Non-Critical 0 pts 07/01/26

Equipment and receptacles for materials containing food residue are not durable| cleanable| insect and rodent resistant| leakproof and nonabsorbent. Dumpster plug missing.

Non-Critical 0 pts 07/01/26

Outside waste receptacles were not kept closed.

3rd Follow-Up — 03/25/2026 (34 days later)
Safe Bite Grade: A — Weighs on Current
Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 03/25/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 03/25/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 03/25/26

Food on display is not protected from contamination by the use of packaging, sneeze guards, or other effective means. [Repeat]

2nd Follow-Up — 03/06/2026 (15 days later)
Safe Bite Grade: A
Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 03/06/26

Walls/ceilings or attached equipment are not in good repair. Missing ceiling tile. Hole is noted in the wall by hand sink in the dish room. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat Corrected 0 pts 03/06/26

Potentially hazardous foods are not properly thawed. Beef and shrimp. [Corrected][Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 03/06/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 03/06/26

Food on display is not protected from contamination by the use of packaging, sneeze guards, or other effective means. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 03/06/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 03/06/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 03/06/26

The hand wash lavatory is used for purpose other than hand washing. Back hand sink is being used to shuck oysters. [Repeat]

1st Follow-Up — 02/23/2026 (4 days later)
Safe Bite Grade: F
Critical Repeat 20 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 02/23/26

Shellfish tags were not retained by the food establishment for 90 days after service or sale to the consumer. [Repeat]

Critical Repeat 20 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 02/23/26

Raw shellfish consumer information message was not displayed at point of sale. [Repeat]

Critical Repeat ~4.0× illness risk = 70 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 02/23/26

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

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 Repeat 0 pts 02/23/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat ~1.15× illness risk = 20 pts × 1.5 (repeat) 02/23/26

A current state food safety certificate is not conspicuously posted. [Repeat]

Safe Bite Analysis Management control failure (indirect)

A missing food safety certificate means the person in charge may not have been trained to identify and prevent food safety hazards. Research shows that restaurants with certified managers have fewer critical violations.

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 02/23/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 02/23/26

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 02/23/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 02/23/26

Potentially hazardous foods are not properly thawed. Raw beef and chicken. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 02/23/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 02/23/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 02/23/26

Food on display is not protected from contamination by the use of packaging, sneeze guards, or other effective means. Steam table. [Repeat]

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 02/23/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 02/23/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 02/23/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 02/23/26

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

Non-Critical Repeat 0 pts 02/23/26

The hand wash lavatory is used for purpose other than hand washing. Hand sink in the dish room is being used to shuck raw oysters. [Repeat]

Inspection — 02/19/2026
Safe Bite Grade: F
Critical ~8.0× illness risk = 90 pts 02/19/26

Food stored for cold-holding and service was not held at a temperature of 41 °F or below. Raw beef and shrimp.

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 10 pts 02/19/26

Shellfish tags were not retained by the food establishment for 90 days after service or sale to the consumer.

Critical Corrected 10 pts × 0.5 (corrected) 02/19/26

Raw unprepared vegetables are not separated from ready to eat potentially hazardous foods. [Corrected]

Critical 10 pts 02/19/26

Raw shellfish consumer information message was not displayed at point of sale.

Critical ~4.0× illness risk = 70 pts 02/19/26

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 02/19/26

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

Non-Critical ~1.15× illness risk = 20 pts 02/19/26

A current state food safety certificate is not conspicuously posted.

Safe Bite Analysis Management control failure (indirect)

A missing food safety certificate means the person in charge may not have been trained to identify and prevent food safety hazards. Research shows that restaurants with certified managers have fewer critical violations.

Non-Critical 0 pts 02/19/26

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

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 02/19/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 02/19/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 02/19/26

Potentially hazardous foods are not properly thawed. Raw beef and chicken.

Non-Critical 0 pts 02/19/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 02/19/26

Food is not stored six (6) inches off the floor. Soda syrup and rice.

Non-Critical 0 pts 02/19/26

Food on display is not protected from contamination by the use of packaging, sneeze guards, or other effective means. Steam table.

Non-Critical 0 pts 02/19/26

An accurate ambient air temperature-measuring device is not provided.

Non-Critical 0 pts 02/19/26

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

Non-Critical Corrected 0 pts 02/19/26

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

Non-Critical 0 pts 02/19/26

Food handlers are not wearing proper hair restraints.

Non-Critical 0 pts 02/19/26

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 02/19/26

The hand wash lavatory is used for purpose other than hand washing. hand sink in the dish room is being used to shuck oysters.

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