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Big Horn Cafe

6-7527 Main St W Radium Hot Springs BC V0A 1M0 · Restaurant - Food Service

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Details

Google rating
4.4 / 5 (18)

Opening hours

  • Friday6 a.m.–4 p.m.
  • Monday6 a.m.–4 p.m.
  • Saturday6 a.m.–4 p.m.
  • Sunday6 a.m.–4 p.m.
  • Thursday6 a.m.–4 p.m.
  • Tuesday6 a.m.–4 p.m.
  • Wednesday6 a.m.–4 p.m.

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Inspection summary

Big Horn Cafe has been inspected 7 times by Interior Health Authority since March 6, 2018. The most recent inspection, on October 6, 2026, recorded 3 infractions.

3 of 7 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 2 inspections with 5 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Protecting food from contamination, Food temperature control and Handwashing and staff hygiene.

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 4 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on October 6, 2026. For example: 7 Are foods protected from contamination?

  • 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 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on October 6, 2026. For example: 2 Are proper temperature controls maintained to ensure safe storage and display of foods?

  • 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 September 17, 2019. 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 September 17, 2019. For example: 2 Is the premises construction and layout unchanged and in accordance with approved plans?

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.

7 inspections

  1. Monitoring

    3 infractions

    • F1.2 Are proper temperature controls maintained to ensure safe storage and display of foods?
      • Observation(s): At the time of inspection, several boxes of raw eggs were observed to be sitting out at room temperature. A staff member on-site was unsure of exactly how long they had been left at room temperature from the time of delivery, but estimated less than 2 hours.
      • F1.2B Potentially hazardous foods must be stored or displayed at a temperature of 4 °C (40 °F) or colder.
    • F1.7 Are foods protected from contamination?
      • Observation(s): Baked croissants were observed to be stored next to, and underneath trays of raw eggs in one of the back fridges.
      • F1.7B Ready-to-eat foods must be stored in a manner that prevents cross contamination.
    • F2.5 Are the premises and equipment properly maintained and operated in a sanitary manner (i.e. ongoing maintenance)?
      • Observation(s): Ice machine was observed to have a build-up of debris. This can increase the risk of contaminating the ice that will be used to make drinks for public consumption.
  2. Monitoring

    2 infractions

    • F1.2 Are proper temperature controls maintained to ensure safe storage and display of foods?
      • Observation(s): Observed a small batch of eggs and butter being stored at room temperature. Both food items measured at approximately 9C. Employee stated they had been taken out of the fridge less than an hour ago.
      • F1.2B Potentially hazardous foods must be stored or displayed at a temperature of 4 °C (40 °F) or colder.
    • F2.5 Are the premises and equipment properly maintained and operated in a sanitary manner (i.e. ongoing maintenance)?
      • Observation(s): Observed a build-up of food debris throughout the floor of the walk-in freezer. One Employee stated that the last cleaning of these floors was completed during the summer.
      • F2.5B The premises must be properly constructed and maintained in good, clean and sanitary condition.
  3. Monitoring

    0 infractions

  4. Monitoring

    0 infractions

  5. Monitoring

    0 infractions

  6. Monitoring

    2 infractions

    • F2.7 Are there handwashing stations available and properly supplied?
      • Observation(s): Handwashing station required in the bakery production area after the expansion of the cafe. Please install a liquid soap and paper towel dispenser in the 2 compartment sink area for handwashing purposes.
      • 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.
    • F3.2 Is the premises construction and layout unchanged and in accordance with approved plans?
      • Observation(s): Expansion of the production bakery without prior approval from the district EHO. Please submit an updated floor plan to detailing the changes by the follow-up date indicated.
      • F3.2A Changes to the premises must only be made with approval of plans and specifications by the health officer.
      • F3.2B Facility must be constructed to the specification of the approved plans.
  7. Monitoring

    1 infraction

    • F2.4 - Are foods handled in a sanitary manner and protected from contamination?
      • Observation(s): Ice scoop was stored directly in the ice machine. Ensure the ice scoop is stored in separately from the ice protecting it from contamination.
      • F2.4A - The operator must ensure that all food, supplies and equipment on the premises is protected from contamination.

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Reviews

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  • Andrew

    A little disappointing. Went in for breakfast. Staff were not overly interested. There are a selection of breakfast tools/baps on offer, however because all are pre made there are little options l… having an allergy to eggs meant I couldn’t have any of the selection. Selected the one last croissant which was undercooked and tasteless. The coffee was ok, but even though we were dining in it was served in paper cup presumably no one fancied the additional washing up… which we can understand but not if you want to make a good impression… it was a lovely sunny morning but no tables set out on the outside terrace area … I’m guessing another choice… to put customers off … there are a number of other worthy cafes locally…

  • SunHee Baek

    We ordered some breads, coffee and lattes. My husband and I liked the breads, but the coffee was okay. The cafe vibe was also just normal.🫢

  • Carlene Tatomir

    Just enjoyed the best cake ever. Banoffee cake. Like a cross between banana cream pie and chocolate cake. So delish! Be sure to stop by this cafe when in radium!

  • Melissa Coville

    I ordered my birthday cake from this café. It was a strawberry and vanilla cake. We also had two vegetarian quiche that were OK not heated very good.. We also purchased some Mother’s Day cookies that were very good and we had some coffee there.. the atmosphere is OK a little loud with the music so it’s hard to talk. Service is OK. Found some of the staff to be a little rude.

  • Shane DeCoste

    Great spot to get your morning coffee fix. We had a dark roast, a mocha, a breakfast burrito (sausage, egg, peppers and cheese), 2 raspberry & white chocolate scones and a blueberry scone. Everything was delicious and the staff were friendly and the service was quick. We arrived with only one couple ahead of us. I could see it being a few minutes wait if there were 4 or 5 groups but I’d say the wait is worth it. They had lots of variety of baked goods, including vegan and gluten free options. They also had breakfast sandwiches and grab and go sandwiches for your travels. There was a staff member making fresh sandwiches to keep a few ahead in the display case as people were ordering. My burrito was super hearty and tasted great. My wife and daughter loved the scones and our coffee was spot on. I also noticed they had pies and pre made meals to take away. They had lots of sweets options as well. Give it a try and I think you will enjoy!

  • Mark Satterthwaite

    We had coffee and cakes. Which were great. The service was blah and the feel of the place was more like a transport cafe. (One light needed fixing and kept flashing which I find distracting 😕) Music playing was good but the big screen TV seemed out of place. Not much thought put into decor at all really.

  • Jaya Chauhan

    Big Horn serves excellent freshly made food and drinks on the premises and is open at 6 am and closes at 4 pm - the owner is very friendly, hard working too!! I highly recommend the turmeric latte especially if you have a sore throat or looking for a non caffeine drink - Jashan made my latte to perfection and the field cookie was yummy! Dusty served me with a big smile much appreciated as feeling unwell at the time! Following morning I also had both turmeric latte and an Americano which was good. Using a fettuccine stick to stir is an excellent unique touch. Soup runs out fast so getting there early at the lunch hour is recommended! Seating outside available to take in the views of the mountains and fresh air!!

  • Tina Abellar

    Loving the place feels like home with so much plants! For the drinks the caramel macchiato is a bomb just perfect blend and not so sweet but not liking my oat latte it taste bland the espresso taste is seems gone. For the pastry we order sausage roll that seems to dry for our liking but the feta spinach is good i love how it taste. For the staff i wish they more polite in terms of handling customer. I don’t like how they put the coffee lid on the counter without napkin in the bottom like it was directly in the counter up side down.

  • Andrew

    A little disappointing. Went in for breakfast. Staff were not overly interested. There are a selection of breakfast tools/baps on offer, however because all are pre made there are little options l… having an allergy to eggs meant I …

  • SunHee Baek

    We ordered some breads, coffee and lattes. My husband and I liked the breads, but the coffee was okay. The cafe vibe was also just normal.🫢 …

  • Carlene Tatomir

    Just enjoyed the best cake ever. Banoffee cake. Like a cross between banana cream pie and chocolate cake. So delish! Be sure to stop by this cafe when in radium!

  • Melissa Coville

    I ordered my birthday cake from this café. It was a strawberry and vanilla cake. We also had two vegetarian quiche that were OK not heated very good.. We also purchased some Mother’s Day cookies that were very good and we had some coffee …

  • Shane DeCoste

    Great spot to get your morning coffee fix. We had a dark roast, a mocha, a breakfast burrito (sausage, egg, peppers and cheese), 2 raspberry & white chocolate scones and a blueberry scone. Everything was delicious and the staff were …

  • Mark Satterthwaite

    We had coffee and cakes. Which were great. The service was blah and the feel of the place was more like a transport cafe. (One light needed fixing and kept flashing which I find distracting 😕) Music playing was good but the big screen TV seemed out of place. Not much thought put into decor at all really. …

  • Jaya Chauhan

    Big Horn serves excellent freshly made food and drinks on the premises and is open at 6 am and closes at 4 pm - the owner is very friendly, hard working too!! I highly recommend the turmeric latte especially if you have a sore throat or …

  • Tina Abellar

    Loving the place feels like home with so much plants! For the drinks the caramel macchiato is a bomb just perfect blend and not so sweet but not liking my oat latte it taste bland the espresso taste is seems gone. For the pastry we order …

  • Alex Marzouca

    This is the best Cinnamon role I have ever had!!!! The coffee was amazing and the fresh juice. I got a caramel latte. The guys working here were amazing, I accidentally ordered on burrito and he saw me unsure and helped me out. 10/10 experience

  • Jesse Gauthier

    Easily best quick breakfast in the area. Had a breakfast sandwich which has this really cool flat bread, and a cinnamon bun for the road!!!

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