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Charlie Hamilton's Pub

1031 - 1163 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam · Restaurant

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Inspection summary

Charlie Hamilton's Pub has been inspected 19 times by Fraser Health Authority since August 15, 2017. The most recent inspection, on September 23, 2026, found no infractions.

11 of 19 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: Cleaning and sanitizing, Pests and Food temperature control.

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.

  • 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 6 times across 6 separate inspections, most recently on August 22, 2026. For example: 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]

  • 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 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on March 22, 2024. For example: 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]

  • 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 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on March 19, 2019. For example: 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]

  • Other findingsLower risk

    Findings that do not fit the categories above, such as follow-ups that confirm an earlier violation was corrected, or requirements specific to this type of facility.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on August 22, 2026. For example: 502 - In operator’s absence, no staff on duty has FOODSAFE Level 1 or equivalent [s. 10(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.

19 inspections

  1. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Ice machine has black build up inside the machine (on the lid and top part).
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize ice machine.
      • To be corrected by: Today
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 502 - In operator’s absence, no staff on duty has FOODSAFE Level 1 or equivalent [s. 10(2)]
      • Observation: Staff on site could not find her FOODSAFE level 1 or equivalent certificate.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure at least one staff with valid FOODSAFE level 1 or equivalent is on site.
      • Violation Score: 1
  3. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  4. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  5. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
      • 1. Low-temperature chemical dishwasher measured at 0 ppm chlorine concentration at plate surface after running the dishwasher 6 times. Staff member replaced sanitizer bottle and after 6 additional runs, the dishwasher measured at 50 ppm chlorine at the plate surface.
      • 2. Bleach sanitizer in spray bottle measured at >>>200 ppm chlorine concentration. Staff diluted sanitizer which later measured at 200 ppm chlorine concentration.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • 1. Obtain chlorine test strips to verify sanitizer strength (for both the dishwasher AND food contact surface sanitizer). Check dishwasher at least once per day (or as per approved sanitation plan) to ensure it is dispensing 50-100 ppm chlorine at the plate surface.
      • 2. Prepare bleach food contact surface sanitizer at a concentration of 200 ppm by mixing 1/2-1 teaspoon of bleach with 1L of water. Bleach sanitizer at concentrations >200 ppm cause chemical contamination to surfaces and can contaminate food.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 502 - In operator’s absence, no staff on duty has FOODSAFE Level 1 or equivalent [s. 10(2)]
      • Observation: In operator's absense, no staff on site has FOODSAFE Level 1 or equivalent training.
      • Corrective Action(s): Have at least one staff member apply for FOODSAFE Level 1 training and submit proof of application to the health inspector via email by tomorrow, Jan 22, 2025. Once completed, submit a copy of the staff member's FOODSAFE Level 1 or equivalent training certificate via email.
      • To be corrected by: Jan 22, 2025
      • Violation Score: 1
  6. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Mouse droppings observed on floor by the dishwashing area. Food stored in pest proof containers. Traps in place.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure to have all droppings removed and affected areas sanitized on a daily basis.
      • Violation Score: 3
  7. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Inside of the ice machine (upper plastic part) requires cleaning. Staff was advised to have the part manually cleaned at this time.
      • Corrective Action(s): The machine has been serviced by a technician yesterday. Ensure to have the inside of the machine manually cleaned on a regular basis.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: A few dead cockroaches observed on sticky traps. Professional pest control company contracted for monthly visits.
      • Corrective Action(s): Overall improvement noted at this time. Continue to keep the facility cleaned and monitor the situation.
      • Violation Score: 3
  8. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  9. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  10. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: The following require better cleaning:
      • - Inside of the ice machine as shown at this time
      • - Pop gun/holder
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure to have the above cleaned/sanitized and notify the health inspector. [CORRECT BY: Friday, Mar 31, 2023]
      • Violation Score: 15
  11. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  12. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  13. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Mechanical glasswasher/dishwasher not dispensing minimum level of chlorine sanitizer, even after priming the tubes.
      • Corrective Action(s): Spoke to the owner on phone and confirmed the following:
      • - Facility mostly serves drinks (95% of the total sales).
      • - Facility will not serve any cooked food until approved by the health inspector. Until then, only drinks will be served. If to serve nonperishable snacks (i.e. chips) use single use plates/bowls, as agreed at this time. All glasses to be run through the glasswasher, soaked in 200ppm chlorine solution for 30 sec, and left to be air dried.
      • - Operator to contact the health inspector to notify once the repair work is complete.
      • Violation Score: 15
    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Cockroaches were observed on sticky trap in staff washroom (8-10) and inside the glasswasher (5-7). Professional pest control company contracted. Recent inspection done 2-3 weeks ago as per staff. Food stored in pest proof containers.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure to keep copies of pest control report on site.
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: Mechanical glasswasher/dishwasher not dispensing minimum level of sanitizer. Dishwasher is leaking at the bottom.
      • Corrective Action(s): Contact the technician for a repair and notify the health inspector once complete.
      • Violation Score: 9
  14. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  15. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  16. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Potentially hazardous foods observed being held in the sandwich cooler above 4 degrees Celsius
      • Corrective Action(s): Transfer all potentially hazardous foods to an alternate cooler until this unit can be serviced/repaired.
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): No chlorine residual detected in the bar glasswasher during use. The sanitizer pump appears to be broken.
      • Corrective Action(s): Wash all glassware in the dishwashing machine (in the kitchen) until the glasswasher can be serviced/repaired.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: 1) Sandwich cooler is not maintaining an adequate temperature for safe storage of potentially hazardous foods (~8 degrees Celsius)
      • 2) Sanitizer pump for the bar glasswasher is not functioning. No chlorine sanitizer residual detected in wash basin.
      • Corrective Action(s): 1) Discontinue use of the sandwich cooler until it has been serviced/repaired and able to maintain a temperature of 4 degrees Celsius or less
      • 2) Discontinue use of the glasswasher until it has been serviced/repaired by a repair technician. Glasswasher must provide at least 50ppm chlorine residual to sanitize effectively.
      • Violation Score: 9
  17. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  18. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Temperature of foods inside prep cooler were ~9 degrees Celsius at time of inspection
      • Corrective Action(s): Operator discarded PHF foods (meat, cheese) and adjusted temperature control dial on the unit. Operator indicates he will also clean the air intake to ensure that the unit maintains a temp of 4 C or below.
      • *Ensure to check temperatures daily to identify any equipment failures in a timely manner.
      • Violation Score: 5
  19. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

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