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Balkan House

7530 Edmonds St, Burnaby · Restaurant

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Inspection summary

Balkan House has been inspected 14 times by Fraser Health Authority since November 2, 2017. The most recent inspection, on April 17, 2026, found no infractions.

6 of 14 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 2 inspections with 0 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Pests and Food temperature control.

The last 2 inspections in a row found no infractions. 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.

  • 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 7 times across 7 separate inspections, most recently on July 22, 2025. For example: 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]

  • 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 once on September 10, 2021. For example: 203 - Food not cooled in an acceptable manner [s. 12(a)]

  • Building, plumbing and upkeepLower risk

    Floors, walls and ceilings must be smooth and clean, with working lighting, ventilation, plumbing, hot and cold water, and washrooms. These are rarely an immediate food-safety risk on their own, but persistent problems can lead to pest or sanitation issues.

    Recorded once on January 31, 2025. For example: 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]

About this data

These results come from Fraser Health Authority, 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.

14 inspections

  1. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  3. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Rodent droppings noted throughout kitchen.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize areas where droppings are noted.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation: Gaps noted on door by buffet station
      • Corrective Action(s): Seal the gaps (install weather stripping. Operator has already spoken to contractor
      • Violation Score: 3
  4. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Walk-in cooler door requires cleaning and repainting.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean and repaint walk-in cooler door
      • Violation Score: 3
  5. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Mouse observed on glue trap behind ice machine and in snap trap underneath hot holding unit.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • 1) Clean and sanitize any areas where mice and droppings are found with 1000ppm bleach solution
      • 2) Seal any points of entry
      • 3) Follow all pest technician recommendations
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
      • Observation: Cutting board has large crack on it and is missing a chunk in the corner.
      • Corrective Action(s): Replace cutting board as this cannot be properly washed.
      • Violation Score: 3
  6. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Small amount of rodent droppings noted behind the domestic cooler/fridge.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize area noted.
      • Violation Score: 3
  7. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Rodent droppings noted under bar sink.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize areas with rodent droppings with 1:10 bleach water. Professional pest control in place.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation: Bottom of screen door has gap.
      • Corrective Action(s): Seal gap to ensure pests do not enter facility.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Grease build up on underneath of inserts in prep cooler.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize area.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
      • Observation: Inside wall of prep cooler is starting to break down.
      • Corrective Action(s): Repair inside wall so that it is smooth and easily cleanable.
      • Violation Score: 3
  8. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  9. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 203 - Food not cooled in an acceptable manner [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Two large containers of rice measured 14C and 17C respectively. Staff stated that the rice had been cooked last night and stored in the cooler.
      • Corrective Action(s): Food must be cooled from 60-20C in 2 hours or less and from 20-4C in 4 hours or less. Rice discarded.
      • Violation Score: 15
      • 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Raw sausages at 8C in cooler drawers.
      • Corrective Action(s): Unit was frozen over; requires defrosting. Raw sausages moved to walk-in cooler at time of inspection.
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation: Mould and rust observed in ice machine.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize machine.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Fruit flies in bar area.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize area.
      • Violation Score: 3
  10. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  11. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  12. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Back door left completely open. Screen curtains draped over a hook on the wall - not in use.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure if back door is left open that the screen is in use. If not in use keep back door closed. Ensure screen has a complete seal on the entire door when in use to prevent pest entry by crawling or flying. Repeat violation.
      • Violation Score: 3
  13. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation: Back door left open - screen draped to the side
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure back door remains closed to prevent pest entry into premises. If door is left open a screen door must be closed/ in place at all times. Operator has someone on it during inspection.
      • Correction date: 2 weeks
      • Violation Score: 3
  14. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

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