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Cafe Greek Garden

497 York Rd, Guelph ON N1E 3J2 · Restaurant

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Inspection summary

Cafe Greek Garden has been inspected 7 times by Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health since February 23, 2026. The most recent inspection, on October 9, 2026, recorded 2 infractions.

None of the 7 inspections on record were free of infractions. In the past 12 months there were 7 inspections with 17 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Food temperature control, Pests and Handwashing and staff hygiene.

Recent inspections have recorded more infractions than earlier ones, so it is worth reading the latest reports closely.

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.

  • 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 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on September 29, 2026. For example: Hazardous food held at 4°C (40°F) or less

  • 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 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on October 9, 2026. For example: Adequate pest control measures and records retained

  • 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 once on February 23, 2026. For example: Handwashing station requirements are met

  • Equipment and utensilsLower risk

    Equipment has to be built from cleanable materials, kept in good repair and stored properly. These findings are mostly about upkeep, like a cracked shelf, a worn gasket or utensils stored the wrong way. They are generally lower risk but show how well the kitchen is maintained.

    Recorded 5 times across 5 separate inspections, most recently on September 29, 2026. For example: Equipment, utensils, and multi-service articles in good repair and easily cleanable

  • Building, plumbing and upkeepLower risk

    Floors, walls and ceilings must be smooth and clean, with working lighting, ventilation, plumbing, hot and cold water, and washrooms. These are rarely an immediate food-safety risk on their own, but persistent problems can lead to pest or sanitation issues.

    Recorded 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on October 9, 2026. For example: Floors, walls, and ceilings maintained in sanitary condition

About this data

These results come from Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health, 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.

7 inspections

  1. Inspection

    2 infractions

    • Floors, walls, and ceilings maintained in sanitary condition
      • Floors are not kept clean and/or in good repair [clause 7 (1) (g)]
      • Walls are not kept clean and/or in good repair [clause 7 (1) (d) (g)]
      • Ceilings are not kept clean and/or in good repair [clause 7 (1) (d) (g)]
    • Adequate pest control measures and records retained
      • Premises not protected against entry, harboring, or breeding of pests [subsection 13 (1)]
  2. Inspection

    4 infractions

    • Hazardous food held at 4°C (40°F) or less
    • Floors, walls, and ceilings maintained in sanitary condition
      • Floors are not kept clean and/or in good repair [clause 7 (1) (g)]
      • Walls are not kept clean and/or in good repair [clause 7 (1) (d) (g)]
      • Ceilings are not kept clean and/or in good repair [clause 7 (1) (d) (g)]
    • Equipment, utensils, and multi-service articles in good repair and easily cleanable
      • Use food equipment, utensils and/or multi-service articles that are not of sound and tight construction, in good repair, or from ready cleanable form or cleanable material [clause 8 (1) (a) (b) (c)]
    • Adequate pest control measures and records retained
      • Premises not protected against entry, harboring, or breeding of pests [subsection 13 (1)]
  3. Inspection

    3 infractions

    • Food handler trained and present
      • Food handler training not completed by food handler or supervisor (section 32)
      • Trained food handler or supervisor not present during all hours of operation (section 32)
    • Equipment, utensils, and multi-service articles in good repair and easily cleanable
      • Use food equipment, utensils and/or multi-service articles that are not of sound and tight construction, in good repair, or from ready cleanable form or cleanable material [clause 8 (1) (a) (b) (c)]
    • Sanitary facilities adequately equipped with supplies and maintained in sanitary condition
      • Sanitary facility not kept sanitary, properly equipped, or in good repair [subsection 25 (2)]
  4. Inspection

    2 infractions

    • Easily readable, accurate indicating thermometers used to verify food preparation and storage temperature
      • Thermometer not provided in refrigeration or hot-holding equipment, or not easily readable [clause 30 (b)]
    • Equipment, utensils, and multi-service articles in good repair and easily cleanable
  5. Inspection

    2 infractions

    • Hazardous food held at 4°C (40°F) or less
    • Equipment, utensils, and multi-service articles in good repair and easily cleanable
  6. Inspection

    2 infractions

    • Floors, walls, and ceilings maintained in sanitary condition
      • Floors are not kept clean and/or in good repair [clause 7 (1) (g)]
      • Floors are not tight, smooth or non-absorbent where food is handled, utensils are washed, or where toilet fixtures are located [subclause 7 (1) (c) (i) (ii) (iii)]
    • Equipment, utensils, and multi-service articles in good repair and easily cleanable
      • Use food equipment, utensils and/or multi-service articles that are not of sound and tight construction, in good repair, or from ready cleanable form or cleanable material [clause 8 (1) (a) (b) (c)]
  7. Inspection

    2 infractions

    • Food handling area maintained in sanitary condition, organized, and not used for sleeping
    • Handwashing station requirements are met
      • Hot and cold running water not provided in food preparation area [clause 7 (3) (b)]
      • Adequate supplies not provided at the hand wash station [clause 7 (3) (c)]

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