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Big Al's Bakery & Deli

6030 Main St Oliver BC V0H 1T0 · Food Retailer - Food Store

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Details

Google rating
4.7 / 5 (18)

Opening hours

  • Friday7 a.m.–5 p.m.
  • Monday7 a.m.–5 p.m.
  • Saturday8 a.m.–4 p.m.
  • SundayClosed
  • Thursday7 a.m.–5 p.m.
  • Tuesday7 a.m.–5 p.m.
  • Wednesday7 a.m.–5 p.m.

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Inspection summary

Big Al's Bakery & Deli has been inspected 11 times by Interior Health Authority since August 25, 2017. The most recent inspection, on May 20, 2026, found no infractions.

8 of 11 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: Protecting food from contamination.

The last 3 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.

  • 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 on February 18, 2020. For example: 7 Are foods protected from contamination?

  • 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 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on February 18, 2020. For example: 6 Are the premises designed and equipped to ensure safe food handling?

  • Other findingsLower risk

    Findings that do not fit the categories above, such as follow-ups that confirm an earlier violation was corrected, or requirements specific to this type of facility.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on September 15, 2023. For example: 1 Does the facility have proper monitoring supplies?

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.

11 inspections

  1. Monitoring

    0 infractions

  2. Monitoring

    0 infractions

  3. Monitoring

    0 infractions

  4. Monitoring

    1 infraction

    • F2.1 Does the facility have proper monitoring supplies?
      • Observation(s): Overall yes, however the "Silver King" mini cooler that holds milk and cream located under the coffee machine is missing a thermometer. -Ensure to place a thermometer in this unit for frequent temperature monitoring.
  5. Monitoring

    0 infractions

  6. Monitoring

    0 infractions

  7. Monitoring

    4 infractions

    • F1.7 Are foods protected from contamination?
      • Observation(s): once bags are opened they need to be stored in pest proof container, bag in the back storage room was found open bread in upstairs deep freezer needs to be protected from contamination
    • F2.1 Does the facility have proper monitoring supplies?
      • Observation(s): milk cooler needs a thermometer
    • F2.5 Are the premises and equipment properly maintained and operated in a sanitary manner (i.e. ongoing maintenance)?
      • Observation(s): deep freezer in the back storage room needs to be replaced. insulation is showing and lid is falling apart
    • F2.6 Are the premises designed and equipped to ensure safe food handling?
      • Observation(s): bags of flour and sugar needs to be stored at least 6 inches off the floor upstairs
  8. Monitoring

    0 infractions

  9. Monitoring

    0 infractions

  10. Monitoring

    1 infraction

    • F3.2 Is the premises construction and layout unchanged and in accordance with approved plans?
      • Observation(s): Dishwasher was removed; bakery sinks used to manually wash common use dishware - dishwasher must be replaced.
  11. Monitoring

    0 infractions

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Reviews

Reviews provided by Google Maps
  • Toni

    Have you been here??? What a wonderful little gem of a store. This bakery has everything imaginable. All the breads, all the cakes and pies and pastries. As a London fog connoisseur, I can tell you theirs is top-notch. The deli is beautifully presented, clean and has a wide variety of meats and cheeses. The menu for breakfast and lunch is hearty and delicious, ranging from the age old staple of bacon and eggs to eggs Benedict and quiche. Lunch menu has a variety of homemade sandwiches, and poutine plus a daily soup. Ive been here for 5 years and haven't ventured in simply because I don't eat gluten. What a shame! I should have been coming to Big Al's all along. Al himself is a super friendly fellow and we engaged in a wonderful conversation about our lovely okanagan weather. Hats off Big Al's. We now have a new favourite store to visit for a quick and delicious breakfast or lunch, or just a London Fog Five Stars all the way!

  • Patrick Graham

    We’ve been coming up to the Oliver / Osoyoos area for several years but only discovered Big Al’s this year. We were staying at an AirBnB in Oliver and needed some dessert and some breakfast options for the next few days. For desserts we chose some bright yellow Lemon Tarts which looked amazing and tasted even better! They were delicious! Spoke to the big man himself, he was really great as were the rest of the staff! For breakfast we went with Cheese Scrumpets, which I guess is a combination of a crumpet and a scone. They were great heated up with some melted butter in the morning. They were the perfect way to start the day! They have lots of amazing baked goods and meal options you can take home and warm up. We’ll have to come back to try some of their dine in food as it all looked really good! Put that on the list for our next trip up here.

  • Desert heat

    100% a must stop on any road trip through the area. No matter when I go their food is amazing. All their products are crafted with care and attention to detail. I have ordered cakes from his team a few times. No matter the project I gave they got it done and surprised me with the craftsmanship. Now I must say that their fritters are the way to go when you don’t know what you want. Even if you aren’t sure if you want a fritter I promise you will eat it and crave more. I have yet to find a product made here that I don’t like. My families mouth waters every time we drive by. Don’t matter if you need a hearty meal, a light snack, some delicious sliced meats or just some bread. This place has it all. Priced just right for a private bakery this place will make your friends and family to come back. If you’re lucky enough to be in when Al is he will always share a smile and a friendly word. The staff here make you feel like you’re walking into grandmas house. I promise, if you drive by you are doing yourself a disservice. Even if you don’t need it you will definitely want it.

  • Shirle Ternan

    This is the place to get fresh bread and buns! The Cornish pasty wasn’t great (dry) - It was too rich in the pastry, kind of like dried beef stew inside of a pastry. The spinach/feta quiche (good size portion) was OK - felt like something was missing for a bit more flavour - - maybe bacon? The hot cross buns are outstanding! Fresh and full of flavour. You can purchase 6 or a 12 in a bag - so a very nice choice. Location in Oliver is very good. Be prepared to stand in line to order or pay as this bakery is definitely in demand!

  • Jay Tuck

    Very clean! Very friendly! and Very delicious! The food was great! Had the bacon and eggs with juice and bottled water with hashbrowns. Total came to 35$ as I took out a friend who ordered same, but probably don't need the hashbrowns as they are an add on and big, comes with 2(Very greasy so if you're hung over get them!). Awesome store and worth the stop! I bought cinnamon buns for the family, haven't tried them yet but can say if they taste anything like they smell, they'll be amazing!

  • Marisha Closs

    Never been to Als bakery but I wanted a sausage roll.. unfortunately they were out but they had spicy chicken rolls.. got one of these and I enjoyed it- it was delicious!

  • Willow Tree

    Friendly local staff and we met Big Al himself on our visit! Highly recommend if you live in the area or are on your way through Oliver.

  • Blair S

    Big Al's is a bakery/restaurant on the main Street of Oliver. We ordered scrambled eggs and toast and ate on the small outside patio. The was brought to our table and came quickly. The whole wheat toast was excellent and we would order it again. The eggs were quite overcooked. The breakfast also came with nice sliced tomatoes. We will come back but ask that the eggs not be so overcooked. The baking in the store looks good and is reasonably priced.

  • Toni

    Have you been here??? What a wonderful little gem of a store. This bakery has everything imaginable. All the breads, all the cakes and pies …

  • Patrick Graham

    We’ve been coming up to the Oliver / Osoyoos area for several years but only discovered Big Al’s this year. We were staying at an AirBnB in Oliver and needed some dessert and some breakfast options for the next few days. …

  • Desert heat

    100% a must stop on any road trip through the area. No matter when I go their food is amazing. All their products are crafted with care and attention to detail. I have ordered cakes from his team a few times. No matter the project I gave …

  • Shirle Ternan

    This is the place to get fresh bread and buns! The Cornish pasty wasn’t great (dry) - It was too rich in the pastry, kind of like dried beef stew inside of a pastry. The spinach/feta quiche (good size portion) was OK - felt like something …

  • Jay Tuck

    Very clean! Very friendly! and Very delicious! The food was great! Had the bacon and eggs with juice and bottled water with hashbrowns. Total came to 35$ as I took out a friend who ordered same, but probably …

  • Marisha Closs

    Never been to Als bakery but I wanted a sausage roll.. unfortunately they were out but they had spicy chicken rolls.. got one of these and I enjoyed it- it was delicious!

  • Willow Tree

    Friendly local staff and we met Big Al himself on our visit! Highly recommend if you live in the area or are on your way through Oliver.

  • Blair S

    Big Al's is a bakery/restaurant on the main Street of Oliver. We ordered scrambled eggs and toast and ate on the small outside patio. The was brought to our table and came quickly. The whole wheat toast was excellent and we would order …

  • Ms Zoe Zoo

    Great selection of items here. We really enjoyed the eclairs and the cream puffs. The ladies were super friendly at the counter

  • Randa

    Nice people, good bakery selection for a small place. We got 2 doughnuts for $5.57. Small! Maple filled tasted old yet she pulled it from the back, jelly filled was barely filled and the filling you couldn’t even tell the flavour it just tasted like gelatin or cornstarch- a thickener. Disappointed.

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