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Birch Grove Restaurant & Take-Out

34 Brunswick St, Saint George NB E5C 1A9 · Food Premises

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Inspection summary

Birch Grove Restaurant & Take-Out has been inspected 10 times by New Brunswick Department of Health (Health Protection Branch) since December 15, 2023. The most recent inspection, on April 25, 2026, found no infractions.

2 of 10 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 3 inspections with 10 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Cleaning and sanitizing, Food temperature control and Food source, labelling and allergens.

Recent inspections have recorded fewer infractions than earlier ones, so the record is improving.

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.

  • Cleaning and sanitizingHigher risk

    Anything that touches food, such as cutting boards, dishes and utensils, must be washed, rinsed and sanitized. Inspectors check dishwasher temperatures, sanitizer strength and how wiping cloths are stored. Poor sanitizing lets bacteria survive from one use to the next.

    Recorded 8 times across 5 separate inspections, most recently on April 15, 2026. For example: Cleaning and Sanitizing

  • 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 7 times across 5 separate inspections, most recently on October 17, 2025. For example: Refrigerated Storage (Methods)

  • Food source, labelling and allergensHigher risk

    Food must come from approved suppliers, stay in labelled containers and be thrown out when it is spoiled or damaged, such as dented or swollen cans. Labelling matters for allergies: an unlabelled container can hide an allergen.

    Recorded 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on April 15, 2026. For example: Acceptable Containers and Labeling

  • 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 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on June 18, 2024. For example: Personal Hygiene Practices

  • 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 once on April 23, 2026. For example: Rodent and Insect Control

About this data

These results come from New Brunswick Department of Health (Health Protection Branch), 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.

10 inspections

  1. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • Licence
      • The latest copy of the current food inspection report shall be displayed so that customers can easily read the report.
    • Rodent and Insect Control
      • There shall not be any signs of insects and/or rodents.
  3. Routine Inspection

    8 infractions

    • Acceptable Containers and Labeling
      • Any prepared potentially hazardous foods wrapped in packages or stored in containers shall be labeled with the date of preparation.
    • Dry Storage
      • Foods shall be stored in a manner to prevent cross contamination (stored in impervious containers once opened, scoops kept out of bins, not directly on floor).
    • Food Equipment (Design, Construction, Installation and Maintenance)
      • Non-food contact equipment shall be located and maintained such that it functions in the manner intended and can be easily cleaned and sanitized.
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Floors, walls and ceilings shall be kept clean and sanitary.
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Shelves shall be kept clean and sanitary.
    • Floors (Construction and Maintenance)
      • Floors shall be of sound construction and in good repair.
    • Walls (Construction and Maintenance)
      • Walls shall be of sound construction and in good repair.
    • Ventilation
      • Effective ventilation shall be provided to areas of the premises that are subject to the generation or accumulation of odours, fumes, steam, vapors, smoke or excessive heat.
  4. Routine Inspection

    5 infractions

    • Refrigerated Storage (Methods)
      • Refrigerators shall be of impervious material and of sound and tight construction and kept in good repair.
    • Detergents and Chemical Use and Storage
      • Chemicals must be stored in an acceptable manner, away and separated from foods and food contact items.
    • Floors (Construction and Maintenance)
      • Floors shall be of sound construction and in good repair.
    • Other Infractions/Hazards
      • Other conditions which needs consideration (ex: clutter, unused equipment, etc.).
    • Other Infractions/Hazards
      • Other conditions which needs consideration (ex: clutter, unused equipment, etc.).
  5. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  6. Routine Inspection

    5 infractions

    • Storage of Potentially Hazardous Foods
      • All potentially hazardous foods shall be stored at or below 4°C (40°F) or at or above 60°C (140°F).
    • Refrigerated Storage (Temperature)
      • Temperatures shall be recorded at least 2 times daily at acceptable intervals during operation and logs shall be easily accessible for review by inspectors.
    • Dry Storage
      • Foods shall be stored in a manner to prevent cross contamination (stored in impervious containers once opened, scoops kept out of bins, not directly on floor).
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Shelves shall be kept clean and sanitary.
    • Other Infractions/Hazards
      • Other conditions which needs consideration (ex: clutter, unused equipment, etc.).
  7. Routine Inspection

    4 infractions

    • Storage of Potentially Hazardous Foods
      • All potentially hazardous foods shall be stored at or below 4°C (40°F) or at or above 60°C (140°F).
    • Food Contact Surfaces
      • Food contact surfaces, equipment and utensils shall be maintained such that they function in the manner intended and can be easily cleaned and sanitized (e.g. scratched and scored cutting boards/utensils).
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Floors, walls and ceilings shall be kept clean and sanitary.
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Shelves shall be kept clean and sanitary.
  8. Routine Inspection

    4 infractions

    • Frozen Storage
      • Freezers shall be kept in good repair, defrosted regularly, and kept clean.
    • Dry Storage
      • Foods in the dry storage must be kept covered.
    • Personal Hygiene Practices
      • Employees shall refrain from any behavior or practices that may result in the contamination of food (e.g. improper storage of personal items, eating while preparing food, etc.).
    • Licence
      • The latest copy of the current food inspection report shall be displayed so that customers can easily read the report.
  9. Routine Inspection

    4 infractions

    • Acceptable Containers and Labeling
      • When a food item is opened, portioned and repackaged, the portioned packages shall be labelled with the “packaged on date” using the date in which the large portion food item was opened.
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Floors, walls and ceilings shall be kept clean and sanitary.
    • Floors (Construction and Maintenance)
      • Floors shall be of sound construction and in good repair.
    • Ceilings (Constructions and Maintenance)
      • Ceilings shall be of sound construction and in good repair.
  10. Routine Inspection

    7 infractions

    • Acceptable Containers and Labeling
      • Re-useable containers must be of food grade materials which can be washed, rinsed, and sanitized.
    • Refrigerated Storage (Temperature)
      • Temperatures shall be recorded at least 2 times daily at acceptable intervals during operation and logs shall be easily accessible for review by inspectors.
    • Dry Storage
      • Foods shall be stored in a manner to prevent cross contamination (stored in impervious containers once opened, scoops kept out of bins, not directly on floor).
    • Thawing Methods
      • Frozen foods shall be thawed under cold running water, in a refrigerator at a temperature of 4°C (40°F) or less, or in a microwave as part of the cooking process.
    • Holding Methods
      • Hot holding temperatures shall be checked regularly and recorded once during every 4 hours of operation (once food is placed in unit) and logs shall be available for inspector review.
    • Personal Hygiene Practices
      • Employees shall refrain from any behavior or practices that may result in the contamination of food (e.g. improper storage of personal items, eating while preparing food, etc.).
    • Mechanical Dishwashing
      • If a chemical feed dishwasher is used testing strips shall be available to verify sanitizer concentration.

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