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Bubble Waffle Cafe (Brentwood)

F1 - 4567 Lougheed Hwy, Burnaby · Restaurant

13 inspections

  1. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
      • - One stainless steel container of laksa soup stored at room temperature. The internal temperature measured at 21C.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • - Staff discarded the soup at the time of inspection.
      • - Ensure the food product is kept refrigerated once the package is opened, as per the manufacturer's instruction.
      • Violation Score: 5
  2. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation:
      • - Small amount of dried rodent droppings observed underneath the shelving unit in the storage room.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • - Remove the rodent droppings and disinfect the affected area with bleach.
      • ***Date to be corrected by: as soon as possible***
      • Violation Score: 3
  3. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 1. Three sanitizer bottles at the front measured 0 ppm bleach.
      • 2. In-use utensils at front were stored in room temperature
      • water.
      • Corrective Action(s): Corrective action(s):
      • 1. Replace three sanitizer but ties at front with 100 ppm
      • chlorine solution.
      • 2. Ensure that in-use utensils are stored in ice. Replace ice
      • when melted to prevent the growth of pathogens.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: Cabbage boxes in storage room were stored on the
      • floor.
      • Corrective Action(s): Corrective action(s): Food must be stored 6 inches off
      • the floor to prevent contamination.
      • Date To Be Corrected By : April 18, 2025
      • Violation Score: 3
  4. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 1) The first bleach sanitizer bottle was broken and needs to be replaced
      • 2) The second sanitizer bottle had 0 ppm chlorine.
      • Corrective Action(s): 1) Replace today.
      • 2) Refilled to 100 ppm chlorine during the inspection.
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 1) Front hand washing sink was blocked with a tray and was not in use. This sink is needed sink the other sink is a food preparation sink.
      • 2) The hot water handle on the back hand washing sink was broken.
      • Corrective Action(s): 1) Ensure that this sink is always available for use and fully equipped.
      • 2) Fixed during the inspection.
      • Violation Score: 15
    • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Clean dust buildup on the walls.
      • Corrective Action(s): Correct within 1 week.
      • Also, implement regular cleaning to remove dust as this is a repeat violation.
      • Violation Score: 9
  5. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): The left hand ice machine had mildew buildup inside. The operator stated that it is professionally cleaned every 3 or 4 months. This is not often enough. It should be emptied and cleaned at least monthly.
      • Corrective Action(s): Cleaned during the inspection.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Dust buildup on the ceiling around the ventilation hood
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean within 2 weeks.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: There was a minor leak on the cook line with buckets visible underneath the equipment. The operator states that a technician has been called to do the repair.
      • Corrective Action(s): Fix within one month and provide an update to Fraser Health.
      • Violation Score: 3
  6. Follow-Up Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation: Food observed to be stored in containers without lids.
      • Corrective Action(s): All foods must be placed in containers with tight, fitted lids to prevent contamination by pests. Correct today.
      • Violation Score: 3
  7. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Mouse droppings observed in the front of the restaurant around the ice machine.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean the droppings with a 100 ppm bleach solution, seal all entry points with steel wool and contract the services of a professional pest control company within 2 weeks.
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Clean the grease buildup underneath the cook line (completed during the inspection) and on the ventilation hood.
      • Corrective Action(s): 1 week.
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: Fix the water leak underneath the cook line.
      • Corrective Action(s): 2 weeks.
      • Violation Score: 3
  8. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Back hand washing sink had several lids stored inside of it. This sink needs to be empty and available for use at all times.
      • Corrective Action(s): Corrected during the inspection.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): a) Several foods were double stacked in the back prep cooler. This can lead to contamination of foods.
      • b) Ice scoop for the ice bucket used for drinks at the front was found to have the handle stored directly in the ice twice during the inspection. The ice scoop must be stored in a separate container to prevent contamination of the ice.
      • Corrective Action(s): a & b) Corrected during the inspection.
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Cleaning needed to remove dust buildup on the fan, the ventilation hood and surrounding areas.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean by Monday, April 17th, 2023.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 502 - In operator’s absence, no staff on duty has FOODSAFE Level 1 or equivalent [s. 10(2)]
      • Observation: None of the staff onsite have a valid FoodSafe Level 1 certificate, or equivalent.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure that at least one staff member at all times has FoodSafe Level 1 training, or the equivalent and has the certificate available for review on site.
      • Violation Score: 1
  9. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 204 - Food not cooked or reheated in a manner that makes it safe to eat [s. 14(1)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Previously cooked chicken (cooked offsite from supplier and transported cold/frozen to facility) found to be reheated in microwave with final temperature of 25 degrees. Once this was presented to staff the staff member became argumentative and disposed of chicken.
      • .
      • Corrective Action(s): Obtain stem thermometers for facility. Train staff cook temperatures and time required in microwave to achieve 75 degrees Celsius for chicken.
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      • Violation Score: 5
      • 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Staff are keeping food out on counters at ambient temperatures during lunch rush.
      • Food items, cooked meat, found to be at internal temperatures of 18 degrees Celsius
      • Food items, blanched broccoli, found to be at internal temperatures of 25 degrees Celsius.
      • CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION - Items returned to cooler and discarded.
      • .
      • Corrective Action(s): This has been repeatedly discussed with owner. The facility does not have adequate cooler units with inserts for facility. Owner purchased an additional cooler unit without inserts which has resulted in staff placing potentially hazardous food items on counter for convenience. This is not permitted.
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      • Violation Score: 5
      • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Main kitchen hand sink found to be blocked twice during inspection.
      • CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION.
      • .
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure staff are not using this area to store equipment.
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      • Violation Score: 5
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: Cabbage and other items stored in hallway until such time as they are processed for use or put away.
      • Ice scoop found to be stored on dirty tray.
      • Staff hand lotion found in front food production area
      • Items found stored on floor in food storage area.
      • .
      • Corrective Action(s): This has been discussed on previous inspections.
      • The hallway is NOT a food storage area. Once a delivery is made staff should make every attempt to relocate food items
      • If owner requires additional storage space or storage shelves than these should be obtained.
      • Ensure trays are washed at end of night with ice scoops
      • Ensure personal items are stored away in cupboards, or staff designated storage areas.
      • Obtain more storage for take out containers in storage area. Items are to be stored up off floor 15cm for cleaning and preventative measures (i.e. pest infestation and flood)
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      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Facility requires cleaning.
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      • Corrective Action(s): Food splatter and grease residue throughout.
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      • Violation Score: 3
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: Two door stand up cooler unit is malfunctioning. Over two hour time period of the inspection the cooler maintained temperatures of 8-12 degrees Celsius. Various food items were found to be at temperatures of 10 degrees. Cooler took 2 hours to reach the required 4 degrees Celsius
      • .
      • Corrective Action(s): Have two door stand up cooler unit repaired such that cooler temperatures of less than or equal to 4 degrees Celsius are maintained throughout the day. Temperatures of 10 degrees Celsius for food items within unit is not acceptable. This unit is frequently used and needs to be performing well during hot summer months. Loss of this unit would negatively impact the operation of the facility.
      • ..
      • Violation Score: 3
  10. Follow-Up Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Multiple Violations:
      • - Staff dropped two take out containers on floor and proceeded to use take out containers to serve food items
      • - Rice paddle stored in container without ice bath.
      • - Third Compartment sink sanitizer less than 100ppm Chlorine
      • CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION - Take out containers destroyed and ice bath created for rice.
      • Corrective Action(s): EHO had to instruct staff to discard take out containers. This should be automatic to staff. Once something has made contact with the floor it must be discarded.
      • Ensure both these violations are discussed with staff.
      • Violation Score: 15
  11. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Potentially hazardous previously cooked food items found to be stored on counters during lunch rush. Internal temperatures of food at 7-8 degrees Celsius. CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION- Food items returned to cooler unit.
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      • Corrective Action(s): This violation has been discussed during previous inspection.
      • An addition insert cooler should be added to space adjacent to the deep fryer unit. Keeping potentially hazardous food items out at room temperatures during lunch or dinner rush is not acceptable.
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      • Violation Score: 5
      • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Sanitizer solution in third compartment sink found to be at levels below 200ppm Chlorine upon arrival of EHO. Owner unable to locate sanitizer testing strips for testing of sanitizer solution.
      • CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION - sanitizer solution remade and found to be 200ppm Chlorine
      • .
      • Corrective Action(s): Locate sanitizer testing strips in able to assist staff in daily preparation of sanitizer solution.
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      • Violation Score: 5
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: MULTIPLE VIOLATIONS:
      • 1) Cell phones found in food preparation areas
      • 2) Personal beverage containers found in food preparation areas
      • 3) Food preparation occurring in dishwashing sink.
      • 4) Rice paddle found to be stored in container without ice baths
      • 5) Food items found in communal hallway
      • 6) Food items found on floor in storage unit
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      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure personal items are not stored in food preparation areas. These items should be stored on employee's person or in designated staff storage areas.
      • Food preparation is to occur only in designated food preparation sinks.
      • Rice paddles to be stored in ice baths
      • Food items are not to be stored for indefinite time periods in communal hallway. This is an area that any person can access and is not part of food preparation area as per approved floorplans.
      • Ensure storage area is organized. No food items or other equipment should be stored on the floor. Obtain additional storage shelves/racks
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      • Violation Score: 9
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Some cleaning on walls and in hard to reach areas required.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Violation Score: 3
  12. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Various potentially hazardous food items found to be at temperatures greater than 4 degrees Celsius. Temperatures of 6 to 13 degrees Celsius observed for cooked broccoli, cooked chicken and salted duck eggs.
      • Salted duck eggs found to be stored at room temperature when item states to store below 15 degrees Celsius on packaging.
      • CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION - items returned to cooler unit.
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      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure large quantities of potentially hazardous food items are not left at room temperature during lunch rush or dinner rush. Once food items are used they are to be placed back into cooler unit.
      • Store salted eggs according to manufacturer's package directions.
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      • Violation Score: 5
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Ice scoop stored directly inside bucket of ice. CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION.
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      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure ice scoop is stored inside container to prevent handle from contaminating ice as ice is considered to be a food item.
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      • Violation Score: 3
  13. Follow-Up Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: Some large tubs with "CANADIAN TIRE" are being used to store food. These items are not known to be food grade storage containers.
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      • Corrective Action(s): Proof that these storage containers are food grade is required or if proof can not be obtained cease use of these items and use buckets that are food grade "China World Food Company"
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      • Violation Score: 3