Caddo Restaurants Cited for Rodents & Mold

In Caddo Parish, seven restaurants have been flagged for significant food safety violations, with each cited for at least three critical issues. These findings, collected by the Louisiana Department of Health for the period of March 1-14, highlight potential public health risks. Violations observed included the presence of rodents and mold, improper food storage temperatures, and inadequate sanitation practices.

Specific establishments like John's Seafood Restaurant and Accents Personal Chef Service were noted for multiple critical violations, some of which were corrected on-site. Other businesses such as Wings & Rice Kitchen, Thai and Japanese Kitchen, Sushi Bistro, and Mr. Down South Cajun also faced serious citations, including issues with food labeling, separation of raw and ready-to-eat foods, and chemical storage. Torchy's Taco was cited for improper food holding temperatures and employee conduct in food preparation areas.