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Armstrong Bakery

2565 Pleasant Valley Blvd Armstrong BC V0E 1B0 · Restaurant - Food Service

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Google rating
4.1 / 5 (50)

Opening hours

  • Friday9 AM–6:30 PM
  • Monday9 AM–6 PM
  • Saturday9 AM–6:30 PM
  • SundayClosed
  • Thursday9 AM–6:30 PM
  • Tuesday9 AM–6:30 PM
  • Wednesday9 AM–6:30 PM

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6 inspections

  1. Monitoring

    7 infractions

    • F1.2 Are proper temperature controls maintained to ensure safe storage and display of foods?
      • Observation(s): - walk-in cooler was at 12C. They plan to decommission it and use for dry storage instead.
    • F2.2 Are proper pest control measures in place on the premises?
      • Observation(s): There is excessive clutter in the bakery which creates harbourage areas for pests. Please complete a major declutter (remove all unused equipment and supplies from the premises).
    • F2.6 Are the premises designed and equipped to ensure safe food handling?
      • Observation(s): The food premises is adequately equipped for soup and sandwiches. For their east indian food service, they are planning to: - install hot holding steam table with sneeze guard in front service area - install gas stove, commercial exhaust hood, prep table, and additional storage shelving in bakery - relocate coolers so they are closer to the new kitchen area They were advised to submit new floor plans with these changes for approval prior to renovations; and to contact the city building inspection department to discuss building permit and inspection requirements.
    • F3.1 Does the operator have a valid operating permit or approval to operate?
      • Observation(s): The operator has a food permit to serve soup and sandwiches but not for the expansion to serve east indian food.
    • F3.2 Is the premises construction and layout unchanged and in accordance with approved plans?
      • Observation(s): There have still not been new plans for changes made last year to the front service area.
    • F3.3 Are written food handling procedures (Food Safety Plan) current and available on site?
      • Observation(s): There have not been any food safety plans submitted since they took over the bakery.
    • F3.4 Are written sanitation procedures (Sanitation Plan) current and available on site?
      • Observation(s): There have not been any sanitation plans submitted since they took over the bakery.
  2. Monitoring

    4 infractions

    • F1.2 Are proper temperature controls maintained to ensure safe storage and display of foods?
      • Observation(s): - bakery display cooler at 8C, reduce to below 4C - sandwiche prep cooler at 4C (good)
    • F2.6 Are the premises designed and equipped to ensure safe food handling?
      • Observation(s): The operator has renovated the front service area without prior health approval. Please submit a floor plan for this area, and ensure that there is a handsink behind the front service counter, and adequate washrooms as per City of Armstrong. "3. (1)A person must not construct or make alterations to food premises unless the plans and specifications for the construction or alteration have been approved by a health officer. (2)An applicant for approval under subsection (1) must (a)submit to a health officer a copy of the complete plans and specifications for the construction or alteration, and (b)provide the health officer with any other information the health officer reasonably requires." (BC Food Premises Regulation) "5. If food premises provide seating for dining purposes and are not subject to building bylaws adopted under the Local Government Act, the operator must ensure that washroom facilities are provided for the use of the dining patrons in accordance with B.C. Reg. 216/2006, the British Columbia Building Code Regulation." (BC Food Premises Regulation)
    • F2.7 Are there handwashing stations available and properly supplied?
      • Observation(s): - no handsink in front service area (washroom sinks do not qualify) - bakery handsink is not easily accessible and was not equipped with soap nor paper towels
      • F2.7B Handwashing station must be supplied with liquid soap in a dispenser.
      • F2.7C Handwashing station must be supplied with single-service product for drying hands.
      • F2.7D Handwashing stations must be maintained, adequate in number and location, to ensure convenient access to all employees.
    • F3.2 Is the premises construction and layout unchanged and in accordance with approved plans?
      • Observation(s): They have renovated the front service area.
      • F3.2A Changes to the premises must only be made with approval of plans and specifications by the health officer.
  3. Monitoring

    1 infraction

    • F1.2 Are proper temperature controls maintained to ensure safe storage and display of foods?
      • Observation(s): - baking display cooler at 10 C (bottom) to 20C (top), reduce to below 4C - upright coldstream cooler at 6C, reduce to below 4C - soda cooler at 4C (good)
  4. Monitoring

    7 infractions

    • F1.2 Are proper temperature controls maintained to ensure safe storage and display of foods?
      • Observation(s): Corrected during inspection - Pan of cooked rice was stored at room temperature. Rice must be held at a minimum of 60°C.
    • F2.1 Does the facility have proper monitoring supplies?
      • Observation(s): No chlorine test strips available. Acquire test strips to ensure chlorine sanitizer is being maintained at 200ppm.
      • F2.1A Sanitizer test strips must be available for each chemical sanitizer used at the premises.
    • F2.5 Are the premises and equipment properly maintained and operated in a sanitary manner (i.e. ongoing maintenance)?
      • Observation(s): Mold growth on walk in refrigerator walls. Walk in refrigerator must be cleaned. Fly strips are hanging above food preparation areas. fly strips must be removed from above food preparation areas to prevent the contamination of food.
    • F3.1 Does the operator have a valid operating permit or approval to operate?
      • Observation(s): Facility has recently changed ownership - no application has been received. An application for change of ownership must be submitted to Interior Health.
    • F3.3 Are written food handling procedures (Food Safety Plan) current and available on site?
      • Observation(s): No food safety plan available.
    • F3.4 Are written sanitation procedures (Sanitation Plan) current and available on site?
      • Observation(s): No sanitation plan available.
    • F3.5 Are the FOODSAFE training requirements being met?
      • Observation(s): FoodSafe requirements were not met during the inspection. Send confirmation of FoodSafe certification.
      • F3.6A Operator must have valid FOODSAFE certificate or equivalent training.
      • F3.6B In the absence of the operator, at least one employee present in the establishment must have valid FOODSAFE certificate or equivalent training.
  5. Monitoring

    2 infractions

    • F1.3 Are proper cooling and reheating procedures followed?
      • Observation(s): F1.3C - Staff indicated soup are placed directly into hot holding unit to warm. Soup must be rapidly heated to 74°C before being placed into hot holding unit (i.e with microwave or hot plate). Monitoring of reheating temperature temperatures should be done.
      • F1.3C Potentially hazardous food must be rapidly reheated to 74 °C (165 °F) or hotter within two hours before placing in hot holding unit.
    • F3.5 Are the FOODSAFE training requirements being met?
      • Observation(s): F3.6B - Only staff on shift during the inspection did not hold FOODSAFE certification. One staff member must hold FOODSAFE in the absence of the operator. Please provide proof of staff FOODSAFE certification.
      • F3.6B In the absence of the operator, at least one employee present in the establishment must have valid FOODSAFE certificate or equivalent training.
  6. Monitoring

    0 infractions

Reviews

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  • Madison Smith (Madi)

    I used to skip out of class and come down here for sausage rolls all the time when I was in high school. Was that responsible? No. Was it worth it? Yes. I've tried a variety of their other products as well, and the worst of their baked goods are merely mediocre. The vast majority ranges from quite good to excellent. But those sausage rolls... This place basically kept me alive back when I was a constantly-famished teenager willing to sacrifice my entire education for a bit of protein wrapped in pastry. Those sausage rolls are to die for.

  • N. T.

    Amazing Bakery and very generous owners and staff 😊

  • Armstrong Carpet Care Inc

    Bread is incredibly fresh and often just as or more affordable than grocery store bread. Once you get used to that yeasty aroma of bread made daily you can't go back. A decent selection of fresh sweets as well! Absolutely loved the jam donuts ❤

  • P S

    5 ☆ BAKERY I bought nice sourdough loaves. I stayed for a cherry Danish and a fresh cup of coffee. I was happy to support a historic bakery in Armstrong. Did you know that the building has been there and a Bakery for over 100 years? In these tough times for many small businesses struggling with lack of staff and higher costs it was my pleasure to buy from a dedicated little bakery. I'll keep supporting The Little Guy anyday.

  • S Bandana

    Well, the bakery is open again which was exciting… until we tried the food. $7 for a sandwich that smelled of old cheese (obv whatever cheese they sprinkled on buns before baking had spoiled, had a gross strong smell to it, disgusting), the danishes were dry because they lacked a glaze as well. Will not be coming back and sticking to overpriced askews food because its at least edible. VERY disappointed and feeling almost ripped off.

  • Pascalle Ellefsen

    Not the same experience I remember having when I came here years ago. The cupcake was dry and there's no way it was baked same day. The German chocolate cake was also dry. I won't go back again. Too bad.

  • Keith Rudance

    I just moves to town. I have been drawn to this place twice in a week. Each time I was served by different young women. And each time I left 'feeling' like my business mattered. The demeanor of both was positively infectious. The products are delicious but I would go back just to interact with each of these woman. I don't often experience this level of service thankyou ladies

  • Emily Henderson

    This place has gone downhill since the new owners took over. The ham and cheese sandwiches they sell are made with stale cheese buns and the meat tastes old. They changed the recipe for their long johns and now fill them with butter cream instead of whipped cream. Anyone who bakes knows that buttercream doesn’t belong in a long john. They only changed the recipe so the donuts would last longer and they wouldn’t have to make them fresh every day. When asked the cashier at the front told us everything was made in house, despite the fact that you can see the ingredients list from the store they bought the baked goods from. This bakery has been a staple in armstrong for decades so disappointed to see the new owners completely run it to the ground. Don’t go here

  • Madison Smith (Madi)

    I used to skip out of class and come down here for sausage rolls all the time when I was in high school. Was that responsible? No. Was it worth it? Yes. I've tried a variety of their other products as well, and the worst of their baked …

  • N. T.

    Amazing Bakery and very generous owners and staff 😊 …

  • Armstrong Carpet Care Inc

    Bread is incredibly fresh and often just as or more affordable than grocery store bread. Once you get used to that yeasty aroma of bread made daily you can't go back. A decent selection of fresh sweets as well! Absolutely loved the jam donuts ❤

  • P S

    5 ☆ BAKERY I bought nice sourdough loaves. I stayed for a cherry Danish and a fresh cup of coffee. …

  • S Bandana

    Well, the bakery is open again which was exciting… until we tried the food. $7 for a sandwich that smelled of old cheese (obv whatever cheese they sprinkled on buns before baking had spoiled, had a gross strong smell to it, disgusting), the …

  • Pascalle Ellefsen

    Not the same experience I remember having when I came here years ago. The cupcake was dry and there's no way it was baked same day. The German chocolate cake was also dry. I won't go back again. Too bad.

  • Keith Rudance

    I just moves to town. I have been drawn to this place twice in a week. Each time I was served by different young women. And each time I left 'feeling' like my business mattered. The demeanor of both was positively infectious. The products …

  • Emily Henderson

    This place has gone downhill since the new owners took over. The ham and cheese sandwiches they sell are made with stale cheese buns and the meat tastes old. They changed the recipe for their long johns and now fill them with butter cream …

  • Becky Sinnott

    Friendly staff, tasty goodies! I bring the kids in a couple of times a week for a treat of cookies or freshly made doughnuts. If you like rye, try the Danish rye, it's delicious and as satisfying as a meal in a slice.

  • Pamela K

    Their bread is so delicious and fresh. I love that they do not add any artificial flavors or chemicals in their baked goods. Their donuts and cookies are delicious! The staff is super friendly and helpful. This is my go-to bakery here in Armstrong!

  • Marcel Beerkens

    When we walked into the bakery on June 16, 2023, the new owner introduced himself. We ordered six oatmeal cookies, two apple strudels and two blueberry oat muffins. He used a handheld calculator to reach a total. I asked for a receipt but …

  • amanda smith

    The young ladies working behind the counter are always lovely to deal with, the bread and buns are fresh and yummy, and the cakes, cookies and squares are huge!! If you walk past late in the evening when the bakers are busy at work, it smells like Heaven!! 😀🍞🍩🍰 …

  • Greg Poirier

    An excellent and unsuspected source of Eccles cakes. They also have a most fabulous whole grain Danish rye bread that is a very rare find and a joy to add to my pantry. It is an old world recipe and one that I had not encountered for over …

  • Darcy Beck

    I love sweets and have so many favorites at Armstrong Bakery! The beet cake, made with local beets and carrots with cream cheese frosting is so delicious! It's a close tie with the brownies! Their famous Barn Dance cookies and Sk. Scuffles are a must. I love 5 grain bread, no preservatives or additives and always fresh!

  • janet maxfield

    Have been searching for the best apple fritter in the okanagan for the past year and have found most places are not putting in enough apple and are putting in apple purée. Well Armstrong bakery is now the leader in the search. Lots of …

  • Mike Quine

    Amazing bakery. Friendly helpful staff were very kind to me and my service dog, Shamu. Baguettes were fresh as all get out, location was convienient and the air inside was thick with the smells of delicious breads. Highly recommend.

  • Mathew Dennis

    Another old time business in town that has sold and gone downhill substantially. Their donuts and sandwiches are still very good, but expensive for what they are, and service is lacking.

  • Rebecca

    Cake donut was frozen and the buns are stale. Paid premium for low quality.

  • Sonali Sharma

    Small and cute bakery in town , always make fresh bread without any preservatives

  • Kimberly Whitelaw

    Honestly best bakery out there! The staff is always super nice. 10/10 recommend!

  • Alien Trike Squad AdamT

    I like the Bakery but the old guy that hangs around out front by door and smokes his cigarette. Not acceptable. Then goes inside and doesn't wear a mask. No! I won't go back to this business.

  • Gorka Vidaurrazaga

    Awesome bakery being the strudel and focaccia bread my favorites. Totally worth the 5 min detour on my way to Vernon.

  • Kay Kay

    This is an absolute gem, great sandwiches and the baked goods are outstanding. Staff are fantastic

  • TPBandit

    Ever since the new owner took over the place has gone downhill, half the time they aren't even open, and when they are open, they are out of almost everything, also looks like they fired most of the employees I was familiar with and were super helpful, new ones not so much.

  • Vijay

    Way too sweet. Can’t taste anything other than sugar.

  • Mimi W

    Not that much selection, but the one thing you have to try here is the krambulla [sp?]: incredibly rich, so worth it! -- "Mimi's Cake Tour"

  • Nelson Kelly

    Greated with a smile, sandwich was great, only took a few mins and it was done. Recommend you stop in.. 😊 …

  • Reina M

    had this amazing pastry and was so tasty. custard filled sweet bun...yummm

  • Sarah Coss

    Great place !!! I had the best Pakora ever.....

  • Vipul Sirohi

    Best bakery in town, there breads are awesome... Best bakery in town !!!!!

  • Cynthia Hunter

    Their rye bread is delicious!

  • Franklyn James

    Delicious pastry and warm, friendly staff .

  • Mark G

    Great baked goods. Under new management.

  • Jay Schappert

    There's always something delicious here!

  • Riya Paul

    Cute little bakery in a cute little town.

  • robert tauffenbach

    Very good

  • Dettmar Hasbach

    Great 🍞 and very friendly team!!! …

  • Penny Murphy

    The apple fritters ever!!

  • Rosanna Lenz

    Sooooooo good!!

  • Ranjit Solanki

    Best in west!

  • Shawn G

    Little variety and bland

  • Jordan Bell

    Delicious baked goodies!!!!