Afghan Chopan

104 - 12888 80th Ave, Surrey · Restaurant

12 inspections

Routine InspectionDec 9, 2025
2 infractions
- 201 - Food contaminated or unfit for human consumption [s. 13]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 1 container of BUSH coloring found at the dry storage shelve. Operator confirmed that no food in the kitchen was made with this coloring. BUSH coloring contains ingredient that is unfit for human consumption. Operator immediately voluntarily discarded the BUSH coloring. Only purchase the food coloring form approved source.
  - Corrective Action(s):
  - Violation Score: 5
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 3 trays of marinated meat noted to be stored in the walk-in cooler directly on the ground, and uncovered. Staff immediately covered the meat with saran wrap, and moved the meat to the shelves. Food in cooler must be covered and stored at least 6 inches off the floor to prevent food from contamination.
  - Corrective Action(s):
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 312 - Items not required for food premises operation being stored on the premises [s. 18]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 2 basketball noted to be stored in the 2 compartment sink. Staff immediately removed the basketball away from the kitchen. Do not store any items that are not required for restaurant operation in the premises.
  - Corrective Action(s):
  - Violation Score: 1
Routine InspectionJun 9, 2025
1 infraction
- 201 - Food contaminated or unfit for human consumption [s. 13]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 2 containers of BUSH brand coloring noted to be stored at the dry storage shelve near the 3 compartment sink. Operator stated that no food in the kitchen is made with the coloring. Operator voluntarily to remove the BUSH coloring away from the shelve, and will return to the supplier. BUSH brand coloring contains ingredient that is unfit for human consumption. Only purchase the food coloring from approved source.
  - Corrective Action(s):
  - Violation Score: 5
  - 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Ice scoop noted to be stored directly inside the ice machine. Operator immediately took the scoop and stored in a clean container outside of the ice machine. Do not store the scoop in the ice machine directly as it may contaminates the ice.
  - Corrective Action(s):
  - Violation Score: 5
Routine InspectionDec 9, 2024
2 infractions
- 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Surface sanitizer was not prepared and premises was in operation.
  - Corrective Action(s): Ensure a surface sanitizer is available for use at all times. Use only 1/2 tsp of 5% unscented bleach per litre of warm water.
  - Change solution frequently and when it is murky.
  - Violation Score: 5
- 210 - Food not thawed in an acceptable manner [s. 14(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Raw meat thawing in sink without any packaging and water is not changed every 30 minutes (as per Operator).
  - Corrective Action(s): Acceptable thawing methods: in cooler, in cold water that is changed every 30 minutes or in cold running water.
  - Leave meat in packaging and fully submerse in water.
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
  - Observation: Carpet mats used to line the floor on the cook line.
  - Corrective Action(s): Flooring must be smooth, easy to clean, and non-absorbent.
  - Remove carpet and/or replace carpet with an acceptable alternative.
  - Correct by Dec 23/24.
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 501 - Operator does not have FOODSAFE Level 1 or Equivalent [s. 10(1)]
  - Observation: Operator does not have valid FOODSAFE Level 1 or equivalent training.
  - Corrective Action(s): Complete training by Feb 9/24.
  - Violation Score: 1
Routine InspectionJul 4, 2022
0 infractions
Follow-Up InspectionSep 13, 2021
1 infraction
- 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
  - Observation: Flies are observed in the dishwashing area.
  - Corrective Action(s): Contact pest control company to assess flies and provide treatment (if necessary) to eliminate flies and prevent contamination to food. The pest report must be emailed to the inspector once the assessment is completed.
  - To be corrected by: 1 month
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionAug 10, 2021
2 infractions
- 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Handwashing station in kitchen (directly upon entry) and in staff washroom not supplied with paper towel or other single-use drying method. Operator placed paper towel in both dispensers during time of inspection.
  - Corrective Action(s): Ensure all handwashing stations are adequately supplied with paper towel, soap, hot and cold running water at all times to promote foodhandlers to practice proper handwashing and to prevent potential contamination to food.
  - Violation Score: 5
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
  - 1. Multiple food items in walk-in cooler observed un-covered and stored directly on the floor. Operator covered all food items during time of inspection and placed foods on shelving units.
  - 2. Uncovered containers of raw meat stored directly on the floor inside the walk-in cooler
  - 3. Boxes of raw meat stored above boxes of produce in the walk-in cooler. Operator moved the boxes away from produce during time of inspection.
  - Corrective Action(s): Ensure all foods are stored covered with food grade material and stored at least 6 inches off the floor to prevent possible contamination. Also, ensure raw foods are always stored away from ready-to-eat items (such as produce) to prevent cross-contamination.
  - Violation Score: 9
  - 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
  - Observation: Some fruit flies observed in the kitchen near the 3-compartment sink. Operator mentioned that they had observed the flies in the past and have one sticky trap in place in the staff washroom near the soft drink disposal can..
  - Corrective Action(s): Contact pest management company to place traps around the premises or install more sticky traps around the kitchen (near the 3-compartment sink). Refrain from using chemical sprays in the kitchen to prevent chemical hazards. To prevent attraction/harbourage/breeding of fruit flies, ensure soft drink cans are disposed of daily.
  - Health rationale: pests such as flies can carry diseases and can potentially contaminate foods
  - To be corrected by: Sept 10, 2021
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionFeb 14, 2020
1 infraction
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
  - Observation: 6 containers of marinated meat placed under the shelves on floor inside of the walk-in cooler.
  - Corrective Action(s): Ensure to have these covered with lids and at least 6inch off the floor to protect them from contamination.
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 210 - Food not thawed in an acceptable manner [s. 14(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Frozen meat and ground meat being defrosted at room temperature. Temperatures were ranging in between 0'C-6'C. All moved to prep sink under cold running water at this time. To be used within the next 30 minutes for cooking.
  - Corrective Action(s): Ensure to thaw food by placing under cold running water or in walk-in cooler (at least a day ahead), but never by leaving them at room temperature as discussed at this time.
  - Violation Score: 1
Routine InspectionSep 13, 2019
1 infraction
- 204 - Food not cooked or reheated in a manner that makes it safe to eat [s. 14(1)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Foods in hot-holding units were placed directly in the unit without proper reheating step. Operator was advised to have all foods reheated on stove first before storing them hot in the warmer at this time.
  - Corrective Action(s): Ensure all cooked foods are properly reheated on stove until the temperature reaches 74'C and then placed in the hot-holding unit at 60'C. DO NOT reheat foods in the hot-holding unit, as these units are not designed for rapid reheating of food. Keeping cooked foods in the danger zone (4'C-60'C) will only promote pathogen growth in food.
  - Violation Score: 5
  - 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Cooked carrots (8.9'C) placed at room temperature. Placed in the walk-in cooler at this time.
  - Corrective Action(s): Ensure to have cooked carrots stored in cooler at 4'C or below. If to keep small amount at room temperature during dinner rush (only), discard after 2 hours.
  - Violation Score: 5
Routine InspectionMar 26, 2019
1 infraction
- 309 - Chemicals, cleansers, & similar agents stored or labeled improperly [s. 27]
  - Observation: Sanitizer buckets should be labelle properly.
  - Corrective Action(s): Label all sanitizer buckets.
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionMay 14, 2018
2 infractions
- 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Low temperature dishwasher measured at 0ppm for chlorine sanitizer at time of inspection. Restaurant just opened for the day.
  - Corrective Action: Dishwasher maintenance person was called and manual sanitizing in 3-compartment sink was set-up at time of inspector.
  - Repair was done at time of inspection. Chlorine sanitizing measured 100ppm at plate level after the final rinse.
  - Corrective Action(s):
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): (1) Raw meat stored next to and above ready-to-eat items in plastic bins
  - Corrective Actons: Raw meat was moved and dridge was reorganized at time of inspection. Raw meat must be stored below ready to eat items to protect against contamination.
  - (2) Many food items were uncovered in the walk-in cooler and freezer at time of inspection.
  - Corrective Action: Food items were covered and walk-in was reorganized at time of inspection.
  - All food items must be covered and stored in food grade containers to prevent contamination.
  - Corrective Action(s):
  - Violation Score:
Routine InspectionFeb 8, 2018
2 infractions
- 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Bleach water sanitizer was at 0ppm concentration during time of inspection.
  - Corrective Action(s): Operator prepared new bleach solution for sanitizing. Sanitizer was at 100ppm concentration.
  - NOTE: Ensure bleach water sanitizer is available at all times. Set up a bleach water bucket at each work station/area.
  - Violation Score: 5
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
  - Observation: Foods observed on the floor thoroughout kitchen.
  - Corrective Action(s): Ensure all foods are stored off the floor at all times.
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionJan 28, 2013
0 infractions