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Cat & Fiddle Sports Bar

1979 Brown St, Port Coquitlam · Restaurant

21 inspections

  1. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation: 1) Faucet for the hand-washing station on the prep line is not operational. Staff are using a hand-sink at the 3-compartment sink in the back area of the kitchen to wash hands as a temporary measure.
      • 2) Wall-dispenser for the hand-soap at the 3-compartment sink in the back area of the kitchen is not operational. Staff are using handsoap in a squeeze bottle for hand-washing as a temporary measure.
      • Corrective Action(s): *Repair the faucet at the hand-sink by February 19th, 2026
      • *Repair or replace the soap dispenser at the 3-compartment sink by February 19th, 2026
      • Violation Score: 15
  3. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  4. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation: No chlorine sanitizer residual was detected in the rinse cycle of the low-temp dishwashing machine.
      • Corrective Action(s): *Contact a dishwasher repair technician to assess and repair the dishwashing machine immediately
      • *Instructions provided to staff for manually adding the sanitizing chemical to the rinse cycle until repairs have been completed.
      • *DO NOT run the dishwashing machine without chlorine sanitizer
      • *Confirm chlorine concentration in the dishwashing machine EVERY DAY using chlorine test strips
      • Violation Score: 15
      • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Hand-washing sink for the primary food prep line had no supply of paper towels at onset of inspection.
      • Corrective Action(s): Employee re-stocked paper towels after being prompted by inspector.
      • *This infraction was observed on previous visit. Future non-compliance will result in enforcement action(s).
      • *Ensure hand-washing station is supplied with soap and paper towels at all times.
      • Violation Score: 5
  5. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Hand washing station on the grill/line area lacked liquid soap and paper towel (both dispensers were empty and staff stated paper towel dispenser "has not worked in a while".
      • Corrective Action(s): All hand washing stations must be fully stocked and fully functional at all times to allow staff to wash their hand when they need to. Paper towel dispenser and soap dispenser refilled replaced during inspection.
      • ** This is a repeat infraction, remind staff the importance of keeping this one stocked at all times **
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: Mold build-up observed around/in the upper water reservoir as well as between left side wall of ice bin and black shield.
      • Corrective Action(s): Check and clean ice machine on a regular basis to prevent mold growth and build up to prevent contamination of ice.
      • Due: 1 week (June 6, 2024).
      • Violation Score: 3
  6. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: 1) Soap dispenser at hand washing station at three compartment sink as well as main like area were broken/missing, hand soap bottle located away from hand washing stations.
      • 2) Inside of chest freezer lid broken with open containers of pre-prepared deep fried items (pickles, etc) immediately below.
      • 3) Card board being used as a backing for a shelving unit between the rack and the three compartment sink.
      • Corrective Action(s): 1) Replace both soap dispensers with ones that area easy to use and refill. Due: Friday Nov 24, 2023
      • 2) Cover all foods inside the freezer today. Replace inside of freezer lid to prevent it from breaking further and potentially getting into the food. Due: Dec 5, 2023
      • 3) Replace cardboard with a durable, easily cleanable surface that is light in colour. Due: Dec 5, 2023
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 309 - Chemicals, cleansers, & similar agents stored or labeled improperly [s. 27]
      • Observation: Sanitizer bottle in line kitchen area had no label and quats sanitizer solution was on the high side. Staff stated that it is manually dispensed.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure all chemical bottles are clearly labelled for quick and accurate identification. Recommend having a measuring instrument for staff to use when refilling sanitizer bottles for consistent and accurate measuring each time.
      • Violation Score: 3
  7. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Ambient temperature at main line cooler in main grill/line area was at 14C, internal temperature of food was 13C. All potentially hazardous foods must be kept at 4C (40F) at all times. Temperature logs maintained intermittently and recorded temperatures for this unit were above 4C.
      • Corrective Action(s): All potentially hazardous foods voluntarily discarded during inspection. Do not use cooler until this cooler has been adjusted/repaired and can consistently maintain 4C or less.
      • Violation Score: 25
      • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Bar glass washer lacked detergent and sanitizer at start of inspection. Upon further inspection, the hoses were not fully inserted and product level inside bottle was too low to be drawn into system.
      • Corrective Action(s): Hoses reinserted and lines primed during inspection. Ensure these are checked daily.
      • Violation Score: 15
      • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Main hand washing station at grill/line area lacked soap and paper towel.
      • Corrective Action(s): All hand wash stations must be stocked with liquid soap, paper towel, hot and cold running water at all times. Hand wash station restocked during inspection.
      • Violation Score: 15
    • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Build up of dust debris noted under and behind dry storage shelving throughout premise as well as behind the grill area.
      • Corrective Action(s): Do a deep clean of premise, clearing out all dust, debris and grease build up.
      • Due: May 31, 2023
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 312 - Items not required for food premises operation being stored on the premises [s. 18]
      • Observation: Back dry storage area very cluttered and disorganized with many items on the floor making it difficult to clean. Equipment no longer in use also stored in this area.
      • Corrective Action(s): Large amounts of clutter make it difficult to clean and if pests were to get into premise, would make good harborage places for them. Sort through all items in this area and remove all items no longer needed for operation. Due: May 31, 2023
      • Violation Score: 3
  8. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 1) Ice scoops in bar area observed laying in ice.
      • 2) Old pesticide strip containing dichlorvos observed above chest freezer near walk in cooler.
      • Corrective Action(s): 1) Ice scoops (particularly handles) must be kept out of ice to prevent contamination of ice.
      • 2) Strips with dichlorvos are intended for use in uninhabited areas and can be harmful to human health if exposed for longer periods of time. Strip discarded during inspection.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: 1) Wire rack opposite the dishwasher had an accumulation of dust/grease around wires.
      • 2) Dust observed around video surveillance camera and wire leading up to it above toaster.
      • 3) Several cloths used for wiping counter tops and other food areas were dry and only one stored in sanitizer. Staff stated they are rotated out every four hours.
      • Corrective Action(s): 1) Clean wire rack removing dirt and grease as this area is used to store utensils and other food contact surfaces
      • 2) Clean area of dust
      • 3) Staff should be keeping these in sanitizer buckets wherever possible to keep bacterial counts in cloths as low as possible and double as a sanitizing step for counter tops.
      • Violation Score: 9
  9. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 1. Couple bins of chicken wings found unopened and stored on floor, and a couple containers of proteins found uncovered on the racks in walkin cooler.
      • 2. Flour bin cover is broken, there are cracks and holes on the cover.
      • Corrective actions:
      • 1. Foods need to be covered to prevent cross contamination. If cooling in cooler, cover with a thin layer of plastic wrap or parchment paper to allow air flow while protecting food from contaminants.
      • 2. Replace flour bin cover so particles/plastic won't accidentally get inside the bin, and contaminate flour.
      • Corrective Action(s):
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      • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation: There is a gap between the back door at the keg/beer cooler area and the frame. These could create potential entry point for pests.
      • Corrective actions: Seal the back door so there is no gaps for potential pest entry.
      • Date To Be Corrected By: May 31, 2022
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: 1. in kitchen: debris found on the floor at back storage area, under shelvings at the back storage area, behind chest freezer, beside flour bin.
      • 2. in kitchen: Some food debris build ups on surfaces of coolers and freezers, and underneath the handles, and on the walls.
      • 3. in bar: Drink dispenser heads were found sticky.
      • Corrective actions: Thoroughly clean and sanitize the areas mentioned above. Ensure to pay extra attentions to hard to reach areas during daily cleaning.
      • Date To Be Corrected By: Today
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Violation Score:
  10. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  11. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  12. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
      • The ice scoop/bucket was being inside the ice making machine in the ice. The ice could become contaminated when staff grab the scoop/bucket and touch the ice with their hand.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Immediately remove the scoop/bucket inside the ice machine and store it in a clean area, outside of the ice machine. Retrain staff so they store the scoop/bucket in the apppropriate area. During the inspection, this was corrected.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation:
      • There are a number of chest freezers and coolers that have broken seals/gaskets and/or broken doors/lids being held together with duct tape. Duct tape is not food grade nor is it cleanable. The broken doors/lids are not cleanable and pieces of plastic could fall into food. Broken seals/gaskets are not cleanable and allow cold air to escape.
      • The broken seals/gaskets and doors/lids of freezers and coolers have been mention in previous inspection reports. These violations have NOT been addressed yet.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Replace all broken seals, gaskets, doors and/or lids with new ones and/or replace the whole unit with a new unit. Failure to address this violation, will result in the issuance of a correction order and a fine could also be issued.
      • **Correction date: Apr. 1/21**
      • Violation Score: 9
  13. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 1) 2 knives stored between prep coolers. This is unsanitary. Knives must be stored in a sanitary manner such as cleanable knife holders or knife magnets
      • 2) Wipings cloths stored on the tables. This will not prevent the spread of bacteria.
      • 3) Meat slicer has food debris built up. Meat slicer has not been used since last 2 days according to cook
      • Corrective Action(s): 1) Store knives in a sanitary manner
      • 2) Store wiping cloths in 100ppm chlorine or 200ppm quat buckets.
      • 3) Re-clean and sanitize meat slicer. Ensure all equipment are stored in a clean and sanitary manner.
      • Date to be corrected: immediately
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 303 - Equipment/facilities/hot & cold water for sanitary maintenance not adequate [s. 17(3); s. 4(1)(f)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Spray bottles of quat measured 50ppm quat. 200ppm is required
      • Corrective Action(s): Re-fill all bottles of quat. Date to be corrected: immediately
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 1) Cookline handwash station does not have a working paper towel dispenser
      • 2) Bar handwash sink is blocked on the bar side with 2 cases of beer bottles. Handwash stations must be accessible at all times.
      • Corrective Action(s): 1) provide roll of paper towel by cookline handwash sink
      • 2) Remove cases of beer by bar handsink
      • Date to be corrected: today
      • Violation Score: 5
  14. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
      • The cookline cooler food was 13C, due to broken door gaskets/seals. Perishable foods must be stored 4C or colder at all times to prevent bacteria from growing.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Only store low amounts of raw proteins and perishable items (dairy, eggs, cheese, etc.), which can be used within 2 hours, in the cookline cooler until the cooler can maintain 4C or lower. Changes were made at time of the inspection.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
      • The back exterior door, opening into the kitchen, was open at the time of the inspection. Pests can easily enter the kitchen.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Immediately close the door to eliminate or exclude pests. At the time of the inspection, the door was closed.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
      • Observation:
      • Found cardboard lining shelving unit, beside the back room oven. Cardboard is not durable or cleanable, and will harbor cockroaches.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • The cardboard must be thrown away every night, or immediatly stop using cardboard to line shelves or surfaces.
      • **Correction date: Today**
      • Violation Score:
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation:
      • 1) The glasswasher [Cl2] was 0ppm. To sanitize and kill germs, the [Cl2] must between between 50-100ppm.
      • 2) The inner lids of 2 chest freezers were cracked. Pieces of plastic can fall into food, which customers could consume.
      • 3) The cook line cooler had broken gaskets/seals. The cooler is unable to keep the coolers doors tightly closed.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • 1) Immediately call a repair company to increase the [Cl2] to 50-100ppm. Until the glasswasher is fixed, use the low temperature dishwasher to wash glasses. At time of the inspection, the glasswasher was fixed and the [Cl2] was 50ppm.
      • 2) Replace the chest freezers so that all surfaces are intact, smooth, durable, sealed and cleanable.
      • **Correction date: July 31/19**
      • 3) Immediately call a repair company to install new gaskets/seals. Manager informed me that parts are on order.
      • **Correction date: July 6/19**
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 312 - Items not required for food premises operation being stored on the premises [s. 18]
      • Observation:
      • The dry storage room, especially at the back, has a large number of items that do not directly relate to the daily running of the restaurant. Excess items stored in the premises will create an area where pests will live.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Declutter and remove items that are not used on a daily basis to run the restaurant.
      • **Correction date: July 31/19**
      • Violation Score: 1
  15. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  16. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Glasses at barwasher had 0 ppm chlorine residual. The chlorine bottles appeared not to have been hooked up to the hoses. Placed hoses inside chlorine bottles and "primed" the unit to no effect. Until glasswasher is repaired, all bar utensils must be washed in the kitchen dishwasher.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation:
      • Observation #1: The bar glasswasher does not provide a sanitizer residual. Does the venturi/priming station work?? The water is also ice cold - it should be 55C. There is no temperature dial on the machine for staff to read the temperature.
      • **Correct by: February 6, 2019**
      • Observation #2: Kitchen cookline paper towel dispenser out of batteries
      • **Correct by: Today**
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Corrective Action #1: Service the bar glasswasher. Replace the temperature dial. Alternatively, replace the bar glasswasher.
      • Corrective Action #2: Replace batteries at kitchen paper towel dispenser
      • Violation Score: 3
  17. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation:
      • There are drain/fruit flies found in the premises, mainly in the bar and dishwashing area. Pooling water and food debris will attract and allow these flies to breed. Found a pan full of dirty water soaking utensils over night in the dishwashing area. Ice in sinks, in the bar area, are allowed to melt slowly throughout the night, this creates a wet environment for the flies.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • To help eliminate the fly problem, there shall not be any pooling water or food debris left over night. Discard all containers/buckets/bins of water at the end of the night. Wash all surfaces with hot water and soap each night. All dirty dishes, cutlery and cups shall be washed at the end of the night, it shall NOT be left over night and washed the next morning. Soap removes grease and food, sanitizer doesn't. Sanitizer only kills germs that hide under grease and food.
      • **Correction date: Today**
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation:
      • Walls, prep table legs, wire storage racks, and undersides of sinks and prep tables have food stains/debris on them. This will attract and harbor pests.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Wash these arease with hot water and soap, and increase the frequency at which this is being done.
      • **Correction date: Nov. 18/18**
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation:
      • Found plastic lids and food inserts that were chipped, cracked or damaged. Bacteria will live in the cracks and pieces of plastic could fall into food.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Throw away any cracked, chipped, or damaged food inserts, lids or utensils. Purchase new items.
      • **Correction date: Nov. 18/18**
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
      • Observation:
      • Due to wear and tear, there are walls and corners that have dents, holes and exposed drywall in food processing and storage areas. These surfaces are not cleanable and will absorb food debris.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Repair and seal all damaged areas so that they are durable, smooth, sealed, level, light colored, and cleanable.
      • **Correction date: June 1/19**
      • Violation Score: 1
      • 312 - Items not required for food premises operation being stored on the premises [s. 18]
      • Observation:
      • There is broken, unused or excess equipment being stored in food processing areas. These items will attract and harbor pests, and have dust & food debris on them.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Remove all unused, broken or excess equipment, containers, boxes, etc. from the premises.
      • **Correction date: Jan. 1/19**
      • Violation Score: 1
  18. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  19. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation: Both coolers along the cookline measured approx 10-12C at the time of inspection.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • 1) Move all potentially hazardous foods to working coolers
      • 2) Use an ice bath to keep small portions of foods cold during a rush OR discard all foods left out at ambient temperatures within 2 hours
      • 3) Call your repair technician
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Sanitizer bottles were filled with multi-surface cleaner.
      • Corrective Action(s): A 100-200ppm solution of chlorine, or a 200ppm solution of quat must be used for food contact surfaces. Staff re-filled bottles with 200ppm quat solution at the time of inspection.
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation: Bar glasswasher did not dispense any chlorine at the time of inspection
      • Corrective Action(s): Repair bar glasswasher so that it dispenses a minimum of 50ppm chlorine. Until it is repaired, use the dishwasher in the main kitchen.
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation: Paper towels not available at handwashing stations.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure that all handwashing stations are stocked with soap, paper towels and hot and cold runing water.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation:
      • Cleaning required in the following areas:
      • - beneath/between/behind equipment
      • - walk-in cooler fans
      • - underneath the bar area (by the bar glasswasher)
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize the areas noted as per your sanitation plan.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 309 - Chemicals, cleansers, & similar agents stored or labeled improperly [s. 27]
      • Observation: Spray bottles by the bar were not labelled.
      • Corrective Action(s): Label bottles so that the proper cleaning solution is used for each surface.
      • Violation Score: 3
  20. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Observed drink glasses + personal water bottle stored in ice bins used for drinks. This is not an acceptable practice, as handling the glasses contaminates them, the glasses go into ice, the ice goes into drinks and the drink is consumed (along with the contamination.) Please discontinue this practice, use refrigeration if customers want a chilled glass.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Violation Score:
      • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Observed back door left wide open. This can't continue, as this allows pests (ex. flies, bugs, mice) to enter food prep areas. Please keep door closed. Note: A screen door is acceptable, as long as the mesh is fine enough not to allow insects through and there are no openings when its closed (top, bottom, around door frame)
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Violation Score:
      • 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
      • Observation: Flourescent lights in food prep area lack transparent covers. This is important because these covers prevent shards of glass from entering food should they break, please install.
      • Date to be corrected by: Aug 18/17
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Violation Score:
      • 309 - Chemicals, cleansers, & similar agents stored or labeled improperly [s. 27]
      • Observation: Sanitizer/detergent bottles not labelled according to contents. Please ensure bottles are properly labelled, so employees know which chemical they are working with.
      • Date to be corrected by: Immediate.
      • Corrective Action(s):
  21. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions