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Alto Restaurant

630 Pinewood Rd, Riverview NB E1B 5M7 · Food Premises

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Inspection summary

Alto Restaurant has been inspected 13 times by New Brunswick Department of Health (Health Protection Branch) since January 16, 2024. The most recent inspection, on September 10, 2026, found no infractions.

6 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: Cleaning and sanitizing, Chemicals and toxic substances and Food temperature control.

Recent inspections have recorded fewer infractions than earlier ones, so the record is improving.

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.

  • 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 11 times across 7 separate inspections, most recently on September 3, 2026. For example: Cleaning and Sanitizing

  • Chemicals and toxic substancesHigher risk

    Cleaning products, sanitizers and pesticides must be labelled and stored away from food and food-contact surfaces. Inspectors flag chemicals that could end up in food, as well as pest treatments applied without proper supervision.

    Recorded 7 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on September 3, 2026. For example: Detergents and Chemical Use and Storage

  • 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 5 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on January 23, 2025. For example: Thawing Methods

  • 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 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on September 3, 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 January 23, 2025. 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

    0 infractions

  2. Routine Inspection

    7 infractions

    • Acceptable Containers and Labeling
      • Foods must be properly labeled with the item name.
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Food contact surfaces, equipment and utensils shall be kept clean and sanitary.
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Non-food contact equipment shall be kept clean and sanitary.
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Non-food contact equipment shall be kept clean and sanitary.
    • Detergents and Chemical Use and Storage
      • Chemicals must be stored in an acceptable manner, away and separated from foods and food contact items.
    • Washroom(s)
      • Liquid or powdered soap, toilet paper and single use paper towel or an approved hand drying device must be present.
    • 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.
    • Detergents and Chemical Use and Storage
      • Sanitizer bottles must be properly labelled and available in sufficient quantity to encourage appropriate regular use.
    • Ventilation
      • Effective ventilation shall be provided to areas of the premises that are subject to the generation or accumulation of odours, fumes, steam, vapors, smoke or excessive heat.
  4. Routine Inspection

    2 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.
  5. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  6. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  7. Routine Inspection

    4 infractions

    • Thawing Methods
      • Frozen foods shall be thawed under cold running water, in a refrigerator at a temperature of 4°C (40°F) or less, or in a microwave as part of the cooking process.
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Non-food contact equipment shall be kept clean and sanitary.
    • Detergents and Chemical Use and Storage
      • Staff must be able to demonstrate proper use of sanitizers and method for testing the solution.
    • Hand Washing Station(s)
      • There must be hot and cold running potable water at all hand washing stations. Exceptions may occur at Public Markets and Temporary Events as per Guidelines.
  8. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  9. Routine Inspection

    6 infractions

    • Refrigerated Storage (Temperature)
      • Refrigeration units must be able to maintain foods at 4°C (40°F) or less.
    • Refrigerated Storage (Temperature)
      • Refrigeration units must be able to maintain foods at 4°C (40°F) or less.
    • Dry Storage
      • Foods shall be stored in a manner to prevent cross contamination (stored in impervious containers once opened, scoops kept out of bins, not directly on floor).
    • 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.
    • Eating Utensils and Dishes
      • Utensils and dishes shall be stored in a manner so as to be kept clean and sanitary.
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Non-food contact equipment shall be kept clean and sanitary.
  10. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  11. Routine Inspection

    9 infractions

    • Acceptable Containers and Labeling
      • Foods must be properly labeled with the item name.
    • Refrigerated Storage (Methods)
      • Foods shall be stored in a manner to prevent cross contamination (e.g. no raw above cooked, not directly on floor).
    • Dry Storage
      • Shelves/cupboards shall be designed to facilitate effective cleaning and sanitation and be of sound construction and in good repair.
    • Dry Storage
      • Shelves/cupboards shall be designed to facilitate effective cleaning and sanitation and be of sound construction and in good repair.
    • 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.
    • Holding Methods
      • Potentially hazardous foods shall be held at 4°C (40°F) or less or at 60°C (140°F) or above until served.
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Food contact surfaces, equipment and utensils shall be kept clean and sanitary.
    • Washroom(s)
      • Paper towel dispensers shall be available.
    • Washroom(s)
      • Paper towel dispensers shall be available.
  12. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  13. Routine Inspection

    9 infractions

    • 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.
    • 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.
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Food contact surfaces, equipment and utensils shall be kept clean and sanitary.
    • Detergents and Chemical Use and Storage
      • Staff must be able to demonstrate proper use of sanitizers and method for testing the solution.
    • Detergents and Chemical Use and Storage
      • Only sanitizers suitable for use on food contact surfaces shall be used on those surfaces.
    • Detergents and Chemical Use and Storage
      • Sanitizer bottles must be properly labelled and available in sufficient quantity to encourage appropriate regular use.
    • Detergents and Chemical Use and Storage
      • Only sanitizers suitable for use on food contact surfaces shall be used on those surfaces.
    • Washroom(s)
      • Paper towel dispensers shall be available.
    • Hand Washing Station(s)
      • There must be hot and cold running potable water at all hand washing stations. Exceptions may occur at Public Markets and Temporary Events as per Guidelines.

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