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Balmoral Store

3107 Trans-Canada Hwy Sorrento BC V0E 2W1 · Food Retailer - Food Store

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Details

Google rating
4.1 / 5 (50)

Opening hours

  • Friday6 a.m.–11 p.m.
  • Monday6:30 a.m.–10:30 p.m.
  • Saturday6 a.m.–11 p.m.
  • Sunday6:30 a.m.–10:30 p.m.
  • Thursday6 a.m.–11 p.m.
  • Tuesday6:30 a.m.–10:30 p.m.
  • Wednesday6 a.m.–11 p.m.

Contact details, hours and reviews from Google Maps

Inspection summary

Balmoral Store has been inspected 3 times by Interior Health Authority since February 28, 2022. The most recent inspection, on April 16, 2025, recorded 1 infraction.

None of the 3 inspections on record were free of infractions. No inspections are on record from the past 12 months. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Protecting food from contamination and Handwashing and staff hygiene.

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.

  • Protecting food from contaminationHigher risk

    This covers how food is stored, prepared and displayed: raw meat kept away from ready-to-eat food, food covered and stored off the floor, and nothing dripping or splashing into it. Cross-contamination from raw to cooked food is a direct route for salmonella and E. coli.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on April 16, 2025. For example: 5 Are the premises and equipment properly maintained and operated in a sanitary manner (i.e. ongoing maintenance)?

  • 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 once on February 7, 2024. For example: 7 Are there handwashing stations available and properly supplied?

  • 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 February 28, 2022. For example: 4 Does the premises have the key services (e.g. water, sewer, power) required to operate safely?

About this data

These results come from Interior 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.

3 inspections

  1. Monitoring

    1 infraction

    • F2.5 Are the premises and equipment properly maintained and operated in a sanitary manner (i.e. ongoing maintenance)?
      • Observation(s): Storage areas still need some additional cleaning and organization. Unused equipment and supplies should be removed from the premises. Stock should be stored on shelves at least 15 cm off the floor to allow easy cleaning. Alternately shelf that is sealed to the floor to prevent entry of debris and prevent harbourage.
      • F2.5A All equipment, utensils and food contact surfaces used on the premises must be kept in good working order to ensure the sanitary handling of food.
      • F2.5E Equipment or materials not required for food related operations must be removed from the premises.
  2. Monitoring

    2 infractions

    • F2.5 Are the premises and equipment properly maintained and operated in a sanitary manner (i.e. ongoing maintenance)?
      • Observation(s): - 2 back storage rooms are cluttered, disorganized and unclean - inadequate storage shelving for products (stacking and on floor) - clean-up sink obstructed and unclean - unused equipment stored (e.g., ice cream display freezer)
    • F2.7 Are there handwashing stations available and properly supplied?
  3. Monitoring

    1 infraction

    • F1.4 Does the premises have the key services (e.g. water, sewer, power) required to operate safely?
      • Observation(s): On Boil Water Advisory since 10`7

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Reviews

Reviews provided by Google Maps
  • Bryana Rollinson

    Would love to give a better review since the staff always gives good service here, however the hours are wrong on Google and it's not the first time I've driven there and they are closed(I also was told hours were going back to 11pm come april ). Plus the staff is overworked and underpaid here. Owners should appreciate their hardworking staff.

  • Jenny Cameron

    NEVER USE THR BATHROOM THE WALLS HAVE BLOOD ON THEM.THE TAPS ARE BROKEN THE FLOOR HASNT SEEN A MOP PRESUMABLY EVER. 🤮

  • Harman

    Very neat and clean store.friendly environment and has good collection of liquor with low price gas.

  • dale morelli

    I had just stopped there yesterday for fuel. The gas pump was so filthy I didn’t even want to touch the handle. The keypad obviously has never been cleaned. Then I go into the store and yuck. Also “which I hate to say this” the girl behind the counter needs to use underarm deodorant in a bad way. Like very bad. Will I go back? Nope. Tappen, Blindbay and Sorrento have nice clean stations. Wow do the owners of this Balmoral Chevron need to clean up.

  • Where it's AT

    The Blind Bay Liquor Store & Chevron Gas Station is under new ownership in the past year. They've cleaned the place up & they provide excellent service. Great selection & pricing in the liquor store. Easy access with great parking. Handicap accessibility. Highly recommended.

  • gurbeer singh

    Good store clean pumps employees working here are good

  • iskiROSSI95

    Stopped for fuel and to use restroom. Never seen such a clean bathroom at a gas station. Friendly service. Top notch!

  • geoff walker

    The girls that run it are pleasant and hard working.the store often smells of pine sol.i go there daily.if it is dirty it is because most of the people who go in there are farmers and trades people.Mr.morelli if the pump was to dirty for your girly mits I probably just used it.do you know how dirty people get to supply fuel to the pumps.I question the validity of your opinion.

  • Bryana Rollinson

    Would love to give a better review since the staff always gives good service here, however the hours are wrong on Google and it's not the first time I've driven there and they are closed(I also was told hours were going back to 11pm come …

  • Jenny Cameron

    NEVER USE THR BATHROOM THE WALLS HAVE BLOOD ON THEM.THE TAPS ARE BROKEN THE FLOOR HASNT SEEN A MOP PRESUMABLY EVER. 🤮 …

  • Harman

    Very neat and clean store.friendly environment and has good collection of liquor with low price gas.

  • dale morelli

    I had just stopped there yesterday for fuel. The gas pump was so filthy I didn’t even want to touch the handle. The keypad obviously has never been cleaned. Then I go into the store and yuck. Also “which I hate to say this” the girl behind …

  • Where it's AT

    The Blind Bay Liquor Store & Chevron Gas Station is under new ownership in the past year. They've cleaned the place up & they provide excellent service. Great selection & pricing in the liquor store. Easy access with great parking. Handicap accessibility. Highly recommended.

  • gurbeer singh

    Good store clean pumps employees working here are good

  • iskiROSSI95

    Stopped for fuel and to use restroom. Never seen such a clean bathroom at a gas station. Friendly service. Top notch!

  • geoff walker

    The girls that run it are pleasant and hard working.the store often smells of pine sol.i go there daily.if it is dirty it is because most of the people who go in there are farmers and trades people.Mr.morelli if the pump was to dirty for …

  • Ricardo Torres Obando

    ⚠️The restroom is too dirty!

  • Eretria Dark

    Well I walk in 4 min to closing the man at the front desk. There and argued with me telling me that he is not selling to me because it's too close to 11 I told him I had four minutes I grabbed my stuff by the time I got there he told me …

  • Adam Reimer

    Best Store in Canada 🇨🇦 …

  • scott clark

    Wouldn’t sell beer mr beer 5 min till government regulations that is 11 o’clock 1055 is not 11 PM so much for my buddies bachelor party🖕🖕🖕🖕😢😢😢😢hate is a strong word …

  • Linda Prouty

    Juat bought 2 pizza's from there and both were moldy. That's crazy. It was disgusting.

  • Shilah

    It's great has lots of things for different needs and wants gas station and alcohol

  • Mark Tansley

    Great folks.. very tidy store. It's been here for ever.

  • Jessica Hathaway

    Great signage 🪧 and cheap gas ⛽️, much appreciated 👍 Happy Easter!🐣 #greatfriday …

  • Brett Semenzin

    Carries gas, snacks, beer & wine, lotto tickets. I've only been in once since the renovations. Staff seem friendly.

  • Laura Tipper (Rocky)

    Very dirty. Out dated food. The owners hardly speak english. Gas cheaper 1km down Balmoral Road.

  • Shane Macdougall

    Hard working people, providing excellent service, and also good neighbors 👍🏾 …

  • Katie Camire

    100% better than the original! Great service, very helpful staff!

  • Garrett N.

    Great place to stop for liquor, quick food items and fuel.

  • coucai

    Friendly people. Walk in for a snack or liquor.

  • Bc Girl

    Absolutely the best service!! Thanks Harsh your the best !!

  • Deon G

    Best prices, hours, and service in Tappen.

  • Nathan Paul Prince

    Very local - good selection of beers and wine

  • Megan Gaddy

    Looks great. Nice to see it busy!

  • Sabrina Hodgins-Nichold

    Very friendly staff. All the necessities in one place.

  • Wayne Lawrence

    Whats not to like, it's a gas station with a store 😊😊 …

  • Adam Campbell

    Gas station with booze and food from what I saw

  • reinhard rupprecht

    Nice new updated shop

  • Singh Baljit

    👌👌 very good …

  • Ruben A

    Nice pple

  • Jordan Jones

    Bathroom is disgusting Find somewhere else to use a toilet

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