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Cafe Floresta

191 Jensen Avenue East, Parksville, BC, V9P 2M4 · Food Premises

Official record from Island Health →

Inspection summary

Cafe Floresta has been inspected 2 times by Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority) since September 8, 2026. The most recent inspection, on September 11, 2026, recorded 1 infraction.

None of the 2 inspections on record were free of infractions. In the past 12 months there were 2 inspections with 2 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Cleaning and sanitizing.

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 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on September 11, 2026. For example: Critical Improper Cleaning, Sanitizing of Equipment and Utensils

About this data

These results come from Island Health (Vancouver Island 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.

2 inspections

  1. Follow-Up

    1 infraction

    • Critical Improper Cleaning, Sanitizing of Equipment and Utensils
      • No 50-100 ppm chlorine detected in final rinse cycle of the dishwasher. Operator stated they have ordered part for the machine. Scheduled repair for Sep 18th.
      • Manually sanitize dishes by using two-compartment sink. - Ensure to repair the mechanical dishwasher by Sep 18th. Update your area inspector when it is repaired. - Ensure 50-100 ppm chlorine at the final rinse water. - Test daily for chlorine level and record. Comments See violation notes below.
  2. Initial

    1 infraction

    • Critical Improper Cleaning, Sanitizing of Equipment and Utensils
      • No 50-100 ppm chlorine detected in final rinse cycle of the dishwasher.
      • - Manually sanitize dishes by using two compartment sink. - Ensure to repair the mechanical dishwasher. - Ensure 50-100 ppm chlorine at the final rinse water. - Test daily for chlorine level and record. Date to be corrected by: Immediately Comments Inspection conducted for the ownership change.** Health Approval Granted to Operate** With subjects below: This health approval is subject to the correction of following items: 1- Install a bug screen for the receiving door in the back of the building. This prevents pest entry while allows cool air to come in. 2- Daily garbage is to be managed in a way that prevents rodent activity and to ensure there is no garbage in the sidewalk. 3- Upright cooler to be equipped with proper light inside the unit. Repair or replace the light. 4- Dishwasher is to be tested daily (opening time) for sanitizer residue at the final rinse cycle. Record daily. Take action if the sanitizer is not at right concentration. Follow corrective actions in your sanitation plan. See critical violation section for dishwasher sanitizer. Handwashing stations were fully supplied with hot and cold running water, liquid soap, and paper towels. Staff hygiene practices were satisfactory. Staff were observed washing their hands at appropriate frequencies. Hair restraint measures were in place, including the use of hairnets. All refrigerated foods were maintained at or below 4°C. All frozen foods were maintained at or below -18°C. Independent thermometers were noted and operational in cooling units. Temperature monitoring log was available, up to date, and maintained daily on site. Overall sanitation of the premises was satisfactory. Food-contact surfaces were clean and well maintained. Food was stored off the floor and protected from contamination. Appropriate sanitizers were available, and test strips were present for verification. Two-compartment sink and drying rack were available and maintained in sanitary condition. Kitchen utensils and equipment were clean and stored in a sanitary manner. Cutting boards and other food-contact surfaces were clean and in good repair. Ice maker/ice bin and ice scoop was clean and well maintained. Ice scoop stored out of the bin in sanitary condition. Mop sink/bucket was available, and cleaning equipment was properly maintained. Food was stored in covered, pest-resistant containers at least 15 cm (6 inches) off the floor. Proper separation of raw and ready-to-eat foods was observed. Food containers were appropriately labelled and covered. No signs of pests or pest activity were observed during the inspection. Dry ingredients were stored in covered, pest-resistant containers. Chemicals were stored appropriately and away from food and food-contact surfaces. Ventilation hood was clean and showed no excessive grease accumulation. Food handling staff had valid FOODSAFE Level I certification or equivalent. The operating permit with a valid inspection sticker was displayed in a visible location. Please note that this health approval does not exempt your operation from obtaining approvals from other agencies, fire department, RDN, the city, Technical Safety BC etc. A follow up inspection has been scheduled on Sep 11, 2026

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