Boston Pizza #73

600 - 7488 King George Blvd, Surrey · Restaurant

22 inspections

Routine InspectionDec 11, 2025
1 infraction
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: Pizza oven conveyer heavily soiled with food debris (pizza toppings, fresh and burnt).
  - Corrective Action(s): Please clean conveyer more frequently. Can be a potential contamination of food and attractant of pests.
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
  - Observation: Server station minifridges measured > 4°C at time of inspection. Foods recently stocked at facility open (~1 hour) and relocated to a working cooler when identified.
  - Corrective Action(s): Please ensure coolers are able to maintain temperatures of 4°C or less at all times. Develop and maintain temperature logs to ensure all coolers are verified before putting food inside.
  - Violation Score: 9
Routine InspectionJun 10, 2025
1 infraction
- 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
  - Observation: Pizza preparation table measured 9.5°C on bottom shelf. Staff stated products were used within 4 hours.
  - Corrective Action(s): Please have technician look into preparation table. Equipment that is in use for potentially hazardous foods should be able to maintain temperatures of 4°C or less.
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionDec 27, 2024
1 infraction
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: 1. Heavy build up of food debris observed under pizza conveyor
  - 2. Server station soft drink dispenser observed to have sticky build up near nozzles
  - Corrective Action(s): Please clean and sanitize identified areas immediately
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
  - Observation: 1. *REPEAT* (Since June 2023) Cardboard observed to be taped on left side of walk-in freezer condenser
  - Corrective Action(s): 1 Surfaces need to be made of a material that is durable, non-absorbent and easily cleanable.
  - Correct by: immediately
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
  - Observation: 1. *REPEAT* (Since July 2024) Take-out cooler observed o be holding temperature of 11.0°C
  - 2. *REPEAT* (Since July 2024) Water pooling in undercounter cupboard in bar area. Cupboard is between beer tap and ice sink. Base of cupboard observed to be swelling from water damage.
  - 3. Soda gun holster drain blocked. Soda gun nozzle submerged in stagnant water.
  - **Corrected during inspection** Soda gun not to be used until gun holster is fixed and entire unit is sanitized.
  - Corrective Action(s): 1. Refrigeration units should hold 4°C or less. Contact refrigeration technician to have unit assessed and repaired.
  - 2. Contact plumber to have lines assessed for leaks. Remove water damaged items.
  - Violation Score: 9
Routine InspectionJul 11, 2024
1 infraction
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
  - Observation: 1. Plastic tray in clean storage observed to be soiled and wet.
  - 2. Plastic tray in clean storage observed to be cracked
  - 3. Insect repellent observed to be stored at bar side handwashing station
  - **Corrected during inspection** Repellent removed when identified.
  - Do not keep chemicals near food.
  - Corrective Action(s): 1. All equipment must be dried before storage. All equipment must be cleaned and free of debris before storing.
  - Correct by: immediately
  - 2. Discard equipment that is damaged or cracked; bacteria or mold can survive in crevasses and potentially cause illness.
  - Correct by: immediately
  - Violation Score: 9
  - 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
  - Observation: Gap observed under back/receiving door.
  - Corrective Action(s): Seal door so light is not visible.
  - Correct by: immediately
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: 1. *REPEAT* (Since June 2023) 1. Heavy ice build up in walk-in freezer along condenser lines
  - 2. Missing/damaged tile/baseboard at server station in front of kitchen entrance. Manager on shift knows of issue, and states facility is looking into repairs
  - Corrective Action(s): 1. Clean areas. Maintain logs to ensure all areas are cleaned regularly.
  - Correct by; immediately
  - 2. Repair area as it is impossible to clean area properly. Water getting into floor may cause water damage.
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
  - Observation: 1. *REPEAT* (Since June 2023) Cardboard observed to be taped on left side of walk-in freezer condenser
  - 2. Dyson hand dryer observed to be installed at kitchen handwashing station
  - Corrective Action(s): 1. Surfaces need to be made of a material that is durable, non-absorbent and easily cleanable.
  - Correct by; immediately.
  - 2. Disconnect and remove; single use equipment is needed to dry hands after handwashing.
  - Correct by: immediately
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
  - Observation: 1. Take-out cooler observed to be holding temperature of 10.2°C.
  - 2. Water pooling in shelf/cupboard in bar area, between beer tap and ice sink. Base of cupboard observed to be swelling from water.
  - Corrective Action(s): 1. Refrigeration units should hold temperatures of 4°C or less
  - 2. Remove water; assess lines where condensation is coming from and properly seal or decomission.
  - Correct by: immediately
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionJan 19, 2024
1 infraction
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
  - Observation: Tray of chicken wings observed to be uncovered (cooling), but stored adjacent to raw meats.
  - Corrective Action(s): Raw meat is to be stored away or under cooked foods.
  - Correct by: immediately
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: *REPEAT* (Since June 2023)
  - 1. Heavy ice build up in walk-in freezer along condenser lines
  - 2. Cables for monitors near salad/pizza bar covered in dust
  - 3. Heavy food, grease build up under grill and between fryers and adjacent appliances.
  - Corrective Action(s): 1-3 clean all areas. Maintain logs to ensure all areas are cleaned regularly.
  - Correct by; immediately
  - Violation Score: 9
  - 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
  - Observation: *REPEAT* (Since June 2023) Cardboard observed to be taped on left side of walk-in freezer condenser
  - Corrective Action(s): Surfaces need to be made of a material that is durable, non-absorbent and easily cleanable.
  - Correct by; immediately.
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
  - Observation: Handwash station in kitchen needs paper towel dispenser secured to wall.
  - Handwash station in kitchen needs to have air dryer removed.
  - Corrective Action(s): Secure paper towels or repair paper towel dispenser. Remove air hand dryer.
  - Food premises regulations require a "method of hand ddrying that uses single service products"
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionJun 6, 2023
1 infraction
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
  - Observation: 1. Some food products uncovered in walk-in cooler.
  - 2. Drink lines directly in contact with ice in ice sink. Ice also is used for drinks.
  - Corrective Action(s): 1. All food products are to be covered after cooling.
  - Correct by: immediately
  - 2. Separate ice meant for drinks with ice meant to cool drink lines. Lines are not regularly sanitized and will contaminate ice meant for drinks.
  - Correct by: immediately
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
  - Observation: Fruit flies (~10) observed to be in area near "Celli" tap.
  - Corrective Action(s): Remove water from area, clean and sanitize to eliminate pests. If necessary, contact pest control company for assistance in pest removal.
  - Correct by: immediately.
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: 1. Heavy ice build up in walk-in freezer along condenser lines.
  - 2. Cables along prep line (for screens) covered in dust
  - 3. Heavy food, grease, and equipment build up under grill.
  - Corrective Action(s): 1-3 clean all areas. Recommended to maintain logs to ensure all areas are cleaned regularly.
  - Correct by: immediately
  - Violation Score: 9
  - 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
  - Observation: Cardboard observed to be taped on left side of walk-in freezer condenser
  - Corrective Action(s): Surfaces need to be made of a material that is durable, non-absorbent and easily cleanable.
  - Correct by: immediately.
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
  - Observation: 1. Various plastic inserts observed to be damaged. Unable to properly clean cracked surfaces, plastic may fragment into food.
  - 2. Soda gun nozzle damaged (chipped) likely from storing in draining grate.
  - 3. Lines for Celli taps leaking, leading to pest issue. GM stated they will be removing taps, technician has already been contacted.
  - Corrective Action(s): 1. Discard damaged equipment that cannot be repaired.
  - Correct by: immediately
  - 2. Replace nozzle immediately. Contact technician to have soda gun holster/holder installed on counter.
  - Correct by: immediately
  - 3. Please remove/repair lines.
  - Correct by: immediately
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionDec 2, 2022
1 infraction
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation:
  - The following areas need cleaning due to debris/grease build-up:
  - - Behind TV screen at pizza prep station.
  - - Baffles of ventilation canopy.
  - - On top of pizza oven and dishwasher.
  - - Hard to reach areas (e.g. under and behind equipment).
  - Corrective Action(s):
  - Clean all areas listed above. Ensure to follow your sanitation plan for daily, weekly and monthly cleaning, including hard to reach areas. To be corrected starting today.
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionMay 27, 2022
1 infraction
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation:
  - The following areas need cleaning:
  - - Under and behind all equipment
  - - Under and behind cookline
  - - Ventilation canopy baffles - full service is due in June 2022.
  - - Inside of dishwasher (panels, top and propellers)
  - - Under counter in bar area
  - - Under shelves in walk-in cooler
  - Corrective Action(s):
  - Clean all the areas listed above. Ensure to follow your sanitation plan for daily, weekly and monthly cleaning.
  - Violation Score: 9
Routine InspectionMay 26, 2021
0 infractions
Follow-Up InspectionSep 1, 2020
0 infractions
Routine InspectionAug 27, 2020
2 infractions
- 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition.
  - Observation: 1) Soda dispenser nozzles were not in good sanitary condition.
  - Correction: Remove the nozzles and wash and sanitize them as well as the surrounding area/surfaces of the machine.Operator will do this today.
  - Observation: 2) Glass cooler at the bar had moldy walls and dirty shelves.
  - Correction: Empty out the chamber and wash and sanitize the walls and shelves as they wanted the glasses which are food contact surfaces. Operator to do this today.
  - Observation; 3) The handles and seals of all three preparation coolers were dirty and had food debris.
  - Correction: Wash and sanitize the cooler handles immediately. Clean the seals of the coolers to prevent mould growth.
  - Rationale: Inadequately washed and sanitized equipment can cross-contaminate food or food contact surfaces and cause a foodborne illness. Dirty cooler handles contaminate the food handler's hands before food preparation.
  - Date to be corrected by: Today
  - Corrective Action(s):
  - Violation Score:
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Food not protected from contamination.
  - Observation: A tray of chicken (undergoing cooling process) was stacked on top a container on a shelf in the walk-in cooler. the food was almost touching the undershelf surface of the top shelf.
  - Correction: Operator re-located the stacked tray. Ensure that food is not over stacked on shelves especially when uncovered for cooling.
  - Rationale: Shelves of the cooler are potentially contaminated surfaces that can cross contaminate food. Food should not directly contact the surfaces inside the cooler.
  - Corrective Action(s):
  - Violation Score:
  - 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not of suitable design/material.
  - Observation: A metal bristle brush, in poor condition, was being used to clean the grill.
  - Correction: Stop the use of the metal bristle brush. Replace the item with an alternative cleaning utensil that does not pose a physical health hazard. Operator will not be using a metal brush.
  - Rationale: Metal bristle brushers degrade during the cleaning action and leave behind metal shards that can get in food that is grilled on the same surface.
  - Corrective Action(s):
Follow-Up InspectionJan 16, 2020
1 infraction
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 1. Deceased fruit flies adhered to the bottom of a cabinet in the bar area were not removed (this was identified in the routine inspection).
  - 2. Glass shards and debris at the bottom of the bar glass cabinet were still present.
  - Corrective Action(s): Fruit flies, glass shards, and debris all removed at time of inspection. Ensure that all areas of your premise are maintained in good sanitary condition.
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionJan 6, 2020
2 infractions
- 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Repeat violation. Ice cream scoop was found in unsanitary condition inside of a cup next to the ice cream freezer.
  - Corrective Action(s): Ice cream scoop placed into dishwasher at time of inspection. Either keep the ice cream scoop on ice at all times and replace ice scoop periodically (e.g. every 4 hours) or place ice cream scoop in dishwasher after each use.
  - Violation Score: 5
- 104 - Permit not posted in a conspicuous location [s. 8(7)]
  - Observation: Staff could not locate the 'Permit to Operate' from Fraser Health.
  - Corrective Action(s): Find your operating permit and post it in an area easily visible to the public. If you have misplaced it, order a replacement permit.
  - Date to be corrected by: February 6, 2020
  - Violation Score: 1
  - 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
  - Observation: 1. Metal lip (interior) of ice machine has some accumulation of mildew / yellow grime along the right edge.
  - 2. Ice reservoir at the bar area is used to cool tubing. However, the same reservoir is used for scooping ice for consumption.
  - Corrective Action(s): 1. Empty out the ice machine today. Thoroughly wash the interior with cleaner / water, rinse, and sanitize with your 200 ppm QUATS sanitizer. Start a full load of ice and empty again before re-using it. The ice machine should be regularly cleaned to ensure that there is no build-up of biological residue inside.
  - 2. Segregate the reservoir from actual ice for consumption (i.e. use a separate container or bucket). The plastic tubes and panels are not smooth and easily cleanable, and may end up contaminating the ice over time.
  - Date to be corrected by: End of day today
  - Date to be corrected by: End of day today
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: 1. Deceased flies (x20) found adhered to a cabinet at the centre of the bar area.
  - 2. The bottom of the glass-holding cabinet of bar area is littered with debris and broken glass.
  - Corrective Action(s): Clean out, degrease aforementioned areas and ensure that they are maintained in good sanitary condition.
  - Date to be corrected by: January 20, 2020
  - Violation Score: 3
Follow-Up InspectionJun 14, 2019
0 infractions
Routine InspectionJun 4, 2019
2 infractions
- 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Bar hand washing sink was missing paper towels.
  - Corrective Action(s): All hand washing sink must be properly supplied with paper towels and liquid soap at all times.
  - Paper towel dispenser was refilled at time of inspection.
  - Violation Score: 5
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: - Grease and food debris accumulation noted on floors behind cook line equipment (grills, undercounter freezer, etc.) again.
  - - Equipment (such as coolers) doors/door handles were greasy/had food debris accumulation on them
  - - Floors inside walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer require cleaning
  - Corrective Action(s): - Deep cleaning of floors and equipment is scheduled for next week. Ensure washing of floors under equipment and in walk-in cooler/freezer is done once a week at a minimum.
  - Correct by: 1 week
  - - Ensure cooler doors/handles and any high-touch surfaces are cleaned and sanitized throughout each day.
  - Correct by: Today
  - Violation Score: 9
Follow-Up InspectionDec 6, 2018
1 infraction
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: Further deep cleaning required for the sides of cooking equipment.
  - Corrective Action(s): Ensure sides of cooking equipment are cleaned and sanitized on a weekly basis, in addtion to the floors, walls, and ventilation canopy in this area.
  - Correct by: 1 week
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionNov 28, 2018
2 infractions
- 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Ice cream scoop was being stored in a cup of water at room temperature in between uses.
  - Corrective Action(s): Discontinue this practice. As noted on previous inspection, ice cream scoops must be washed after each use if there is no dipper well available for use. Scoop washed in dishwasher at time of inspection.
  - Violation Score: 5
  - 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Glasswasher sanitizer supply (Mikroklene) was empty at time of inspection.
  - Corrective Action(s): Staff replaced sanitizer supply at time of inspection. 12.5 ppm iodine detected.
  - *Ensure to monitor and replace chemical supplies before they run out.
  - Violation Score: 5
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: Floors under and behind cooking equipment (fryer, grills) have a large accumulation of grease and food debris again.
  - Corrective Action(s): Once a week, pull out all grills, fryers, etc. and thoroughly clean and sanitize floors/walls/sides of equipment.
  - This should be a part of this facility's sanitation plan/cleaning schedule.
  - Correct by: 1 week
  - Violation Score: 9
Follow-Up InspectionJun 1, 2018
0 infractions
Follow-Up InspectionMay 30, 2018
1 infraction
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: Floors underneath cook line equipment have not been cleaned. Large amounts of grease and food debris accumulation observed.
  - Corrective Action(s): Pull out all cooking equipment (grills, deep fryers, etc.) away from ways to clean and sanitize floors underneath. This must be done on a weekly basis!! Clean floors under cook line equipment on the same weekly schedule as ventilation canopy baffles.
  - Correct by: Immediately.
  - Violation Score: 15
Routine InspectionMay 28, 2018
2 infractions
- 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Used ice cream scoop was held in a bowl in between uses.
  - Corrective Action(s): Ice cream scoop must be stored in a dipper well or washed and sanitized after each use. Do not leave out at room temperature in between uses.
  - Violation Score: 5
  - 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): - Paper towel dispenser at hand sink in main kitchen was empty.
  - - Soap dispenser missing at bar hand sink. No liquid hand soap available for proper handwashing at bar.
  - Corrective Action(s): - Staff refilled paper towel dispenser at time of inspection
  - - Replace soap dispenser at bar. Supply hand sink with liquid soap in a pump bottle in the meantime.
  - Violation Score: 15
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: - Floors under cooking equipment require cleaning - significant amount of grease and food debris observed.
  - - Pooling water in walk-in cooler floor needs to be cleaned up.
  - - Handles/doors of coolers require cleaning and sanitizing
  - Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize the areas noted above, and do so on a regular basis.
  - Correct by: Wednesday, May 30
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
  - Observation: Bar area in the middle of being renovated - no floor plans have been submitted or approved.
  - Corrective Action(s): Submit updated floor plan for renovations at bar to show new layout; email to [email protected]
  - Correct by: 2 weeks
  - Violation Score: 1
Routine InspectionDec 7, 2017
1 infraction
- 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
  - Observation: Small fruit fly problem observed in bar area by beverage dispensers
  - Corrective Action(s): Ensure this area is consistently cleaned and sanitized. Place fruit fly traps around noted area.
  - Correct by: 1 week
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: Minor food debris/grease accumulation noted on walk-in cooler floor (especially under shelving racks), under and behind grill/cooking equipment, and on racks of a few undercounter prep coolers.
  - Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize all areas noted above, and do so once a week at a minimum.
  - Correct by: 1 week
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
  - Observation: A tile was missing at the floor/wall junction accross from the walk-in cooler. Material exposed is not easily cleanable and is not non-absorbent.
  - Corrective Action(s): All surfaces must be durable, non-absorbent, and easy to clean and sanitize. Replace missing wall base tile.
  - Correct by: 1 month
  - Violation Score: 1
Routine InspectionJul 10, 2017
0 infractions