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AJ's Restaurant & Lounge

640 Manawagonish Rd, Saint John NB E2M 4P5 · Food Premises

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Inspection summary

AJ's Restaurant & Lounge has been inspected 13 times by New Brunswick Department of Health (Health Protection Branch) since January 9, 2024. The most recent inspection, on October 15, 2026, recorded 2 infractions.

3 of 13 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 4 inspections with 13 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Food temperature control, Cleaning and sanitizing and Pests.

The number of infractions per inspection has stayed roughly the same over time.

What these findings mean

Health authorities word their violations differently, so we group them by what they mean for food safety. Higher-risk findings are the ones inspectors treat as critical, because they can directly make someone sick.

  • Food temperature controlHigher risk

    Bacteria multiply fastest between about 4 °C and 60 °C (40 °F to 140 °F). Inspectors check that cold food stays cold, hot food stays hot, cooked food is cooled quickly, and that staff have accurate thermometers. Temperature problems are one of the most common causes of food poisoning, so these are treated as critical findings.

    Recorded 9 times across 6 separate inspections, most recently on October 15, 2026. For example: Refrigerated Storage (Methods)

  • Cleaning and sanitizingHigher risk

    Anything that touches food, such as cutting boards, dishes and utensils, must be washed, rinsed and sanitized. Inspectors check dishwasher temperatures, sanitizer strength and how wiping cloths are stored. Poor sanitizing lets bacteria survive from one use to the next.

    Recorded 9 times across 5 separate inspections, most recently on October 13, 2026. For example: Cleaning and Sanitizing

  • PestsHigher risk

    Signs of mice, rats, cockroaches or flies, or gaps and clutter that let them get in or hide. Pests carry bacteria and can contaminate food and surfaces, so evidence of activity is treated seriously and usually triggers a follow-up visit.

    Recorded 8 times across 8 separate inspections, most recently on October 15, 2026. For example: Rodent and Insect Control

  • Food source, labelling and allergensHigher risk

    Food must come from approved suppliers, stay in labelled containers and be thrown out when it is spoiled or damaged, such as dented or swollen cans. Labelling matters for allergies: an unlabelled container can hide an allergen.

    Recorded 4 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on October 13, 2026. For example: Acceptable Containers and Labeling

  • Handwashing and staff hygieneHigher risk

    Hands are the main way germs like norovirus move from people to food. Inspectors look for stocked, accessible handwashing sinks, staff washing hands when required, hair restraints, and sick employees being kept away from food. Gaps here can spread illness quickly.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on June 8, 2026. For example: Hand Washing Station(s)

About this data

These results come from New Brunswick Department of Health (Health Protection Branch), which inspects food premises and other public facilities in this area. We republish the authority's public disclosure data and refresh it regularly; the official record is the final word.

13 inspections

  1. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • Refrigerated Storage (Methods)
      • Foods in the refrigerators shall be kept covered as to prevent contamination.
    • Rodent and Insect Control
      • There shall not be any signs of insects and/or rodents.
  2. Routine Inspection

    5 infractions

    • Acceptable Containers and Labeling
      • When a food item is opened, portioned and repackaged, the portioned packages shall be labelled with the “packaged on date” using the date in which the large portion food item was opened.
    • Storage of Potentially Hazardous Foods
      • All potentially hazardous foods shall be stored at or below 4°C (40°F) or at or above 60°C (140°F).
    • Refrigerated Storage (Methods)
      • Foods in the refrigerators shall be kept covered as to prevent contamination.
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Non-food contact equipment shall be kept clean and sanitary.
    • Rodent and Insect Control
      • There shall not be any signs of insects and/or rodents.
  3. Routine Inspection

    4 infractions

    • Food Contact Surfaces
      • Food contact surfaces, equipment and utensils shall be constructed from materials that are suitable for their intended purpose and are durable, easily cleaned and free from any undesirable substance.
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Non-food contact equipment shall be kept clean and sanitary.
    • Hand Washing Station(s)
      • Dispensed soap (liquid or powder) shall be provided at hand washing station(s).
    • Rodent and Insect Control
      • There shall not be any signs of insects and/or rodents.
  4. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • Washroom(s)
      • Toilet paper dispensers shall be available.
    • Rodent and Insect Control
      • There shall not be any signs of insects and/or rodents.
  5. Routine Inspection

    4 infractions

    • Approved Source
      • Eggs must be from an approved source.
    • Frozen Storage
      • Freezers shall be kept in good repair, defrosted regularly, and kept clean.
    • Food Equipment (Design, Construction, Installation and Maintenance)
      • Non-food contact equipment shall be constructed from materials that are suitable for their intended purpose and are durable, easily cleaned and free from any undesirable substance.
    • Rodent and Insect Control
      • There shall not be any signs of insects and/or rodents.
  6. Routine Inspection

    5 infractions

    • Acceptable Containers and Labeling
      • When a food item is opened, portioned and repackaged, the portioned packages shall be labelled with the “packaged on date” using the date in which the large portion food item was opened.
    • Refrigerated Storage (Methods)
      • Foods shall be stored in a manner to prevent cross contamination (e.g. no raw above cooked, not directly on floor).
    • Food Equipment (Design, Construction, Installation and Maintenance)
      • Non-food contact equipment shall be constructed from materials that are suitable for their intended purpose and are durable, easily cleaned and free from any undesirable substance.
    • Mechanical Dishwashing
      • If a chemical feed dishwasher is used testing strips shall be available to verify sanitizer concentration.
    • Hand Washing Station(s)
      • Hand washing stations shall be easily accessible and kept clear at all times.
  7. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  8. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • Food Contact Surfaces
      • Food contact surfaces, equipment and utensils shall be maintained such that they function in the manner intended and can be easily cleaned and sanitized (e.g. scratched and scored cutting boards/utensils).
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Non-food contact equipment shall be kept clean and sanitary.
  9. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • Rodent and Insect Control
      • There shall not be any signs of insects and/or rodents.
  10. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  11. Routine Inspection

    8 infractions

    • Acceptable Containers and Labeling
      • When a food item is opened, portioned and repackaged, the portioned packages shall be labelled with the “packaged on date” using the date in which the large portion food item was opened.
    • Storage of Potentially Hazardous Foods
      • All potentially hazardous foods shall be stored at or below 4°C (40°F) or at or above 60°C (140°F).
    • Refrigerated Storage (Temperature)
      • Refrigeration units must be able to maintain foods at 4°C (40°F) or less.
    • Food Equipment (Design, Construction, Installation and Maintenance)
      • Non-food contact equipment shall be constructed from materials that are suitable for their intended purpose and are durable, easily cleaned and free from any undesirable substance.
    • Mechanical Dishwashing
      • If a chemical feed dishwasher is used testing strips shall be available to verify sanitizer concentration.
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Wiping cloths used for wiping food spills on food contact surfaces shall not be used for other purposes such as wiping raw foods and shall be routinely cleaned and when not in use kept in separate sanitizing solution which is maintained at an appropriate concentration.
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Non-food contact equipment shall be kept clean and sanitary.
    • Rodent and Insect Control
      • There shall not be any signs of insects and/or rodents.
  12. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  13. Routine Inspection

    8 infractions

    • Frozen Storage
      • Freezers shall be kept in good repair, defrosted regularly, and kept clean.
    • Refrigerated Storage (Temperature)
      • Temperatures shall be recorded at least 2 times daily at acceptable intervals during operation and logs shall be easily accessible for review by inspectors.
    • Holding Methods
      • Hot holding temperatures shall be checked regularly and recorded once during every 4 hours of operation (once food is placed in unit) and logs shall be available for inspector review.
    • Food Equipment (Design, Construction, Installation and Maintenance)
      • Non-food contact equipment shall be constructed from materials that are suitable for their intended purpose and are durable, easily cleaned and free from any undesirable substance.
    • Eating Utensils and Dishes
      • Cups, glasses and dishes shall not be chipped or cracked.
    • Walls (Construction and Maintenance)
      • Walls shall be of sound construction and in good repair.
    • Lighting
      • Light fixtures and ceiling fans shall be designed to prevent accumulation of dirt and easily cleanable.
    • Rodent and Insect Control
      • There shall not be any signs of insects and/or rodents.

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