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Buy-Low Foods 4824

4121 200th St, Langley · Restaurant

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Inspection summary

Buy-Low Foods 4824 has been inspected 9 times by Fraser Health Authority since June 23, 2023. The most recent inspection, on September 3, 2026, found no infractions.

5 of 9 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 3 inspections with 2 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Handwashing and staff hygiene, Food temperature control and Pests.

The last 2 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.

  • 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 February 13, 2025. For example: 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]

  • 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 once on March 4, 2026. For example: 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]

  • 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 March 4, 2026. For example: 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]

  • 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 once on September 25, 2025. For example: 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]

About this data

These results come from Fraser 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.

9 inspections

  1. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  3. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Tofu at produce section measured approximately 9-10°C. Products may be displayed too tightly so air flow is restricted.
      • Corrective Action(s): Rearrange tofu display to allow better air flow. If temperatures continue to be elevated, arrange for the cooler to be serviced so product can be maintained at 4°C or less.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation: Popcorn crumbs observed along the chip aisle shelving.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean up popcorn crumbs to avoid further attracting pests to this area. Correct as soon as possible.
      • Violation Score: 3
  4. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Observed dirty produce knives being sprayed with sanitizer without prior cleaning step. The sanitizer was also immediately wiped off after spraying.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean all dirty food contact surfaces (knives, cutting boards, etc.) using detergent prior to sanitizing. Sanitizer does not work properly if a surface is visibly dirty. Ensure sanitizing is done by submerging for a period of time according to manufacturer's instructions.
      • Violation Score: 5
  5. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  6. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation: Hand washing station at produce area lacks hot water.
      • Corrective Action(s): Service this hand washing station so hot water is available. Correct as soon as possible.
      • Violation Score: 5
  7. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  8. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  9. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Meat department- Hand washing sink noted blocked with plastic trays. Operator removed the trays and hand washing station is now freed to use.
      • also a garbage can observed being stored in front of the hand washing sink. Operatore removed the garbage can.
      • Corrective Action(s): There should be no obstruction to hand washing sinks so that staff can easily and properly wash hands.
      • Violation Score: 5

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