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China Coast

5 9 Main St W, Saint John NB E2M 3M9 · Food Premises

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Inspection summary

China Coast has been inspected 12 times by New Brunswick Department of Health (Health Protection Branch) since January 9, 2024. The most recent inspection, on July 16, 2026, recorded 1 infraction.

3 of 12 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 3 inspections with 6 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Cleaning and sanitizing, Food temperature control and Handwashing and staff hygiene.

Recent inspections have recorded fewer infractions than earlier ones, so the record is improving.

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 14 times across 6 separate inspections, most recently on November 27, 2025. For example: Food Contact Surfaces

  • 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 11 times across 6 separate inspections, most recently on July 16, 2026. For example: Refrigerated Storage (Methods)

  • 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 5 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on March 31, 2026. For example: Personal Hygiene Practices

  • Food source, labelling and allergensHigher risk

    Food must come from approved suppliers, stay in labelled containers and be thrown out when it is spoiled or damaged, such as dented or swollen cans. Labelling matters for allergies: an unlabelled container can hide an allergen.

    Recorded 4 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on November 5, 2024. For example: Acceptable Containers and Labeling

  • Chemicals and toxic substancesHigher risk

    Cleaning products, sanitizers and pesticides must be labelled and stored away from food and food-contact surfaces. Inspectors flag chemicals that could end up in food, as well as pest treatments applied without proper supervision.

    Recorded 4 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on November 5, 2024. For example: Detergents and Chemical Use and Storage

About this data

These results come from New Brunswick Department of Health (Health Protection Branch), 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.

12 inspections

  1. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • Refrigerated Storage (Methods)
      • Foods in the refrigerators shall be kept covered as to prevent contamination.
  2. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • Personal Hygiene Practices
      • Employees shall refrain from any behavior or practices that may result in the contamination of food (e.g. improper storage of personal items, eating while preparing food, etc.).
    • Food Equipment (Design, Construction, Installation and Maintenance)
      • Non-food contact equipment shall be constructed from materials that are suitable for their intended purpose and are durable, easily cleaned and free from any undesirable substance.
  3. Routine Inspection

    3 infractions

    • Food Contact Surfaces
      • Food contact surfaces, equipment and utensils shall be maintained such that they function in the manner intended and can be easily cleaned and sanitized (e.g. scratched and scored cutting boards/utensils).
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Non-food contact equipment shall be kept clean and sanitary.
    • Other Infractions/Hazards
      • Other conditions which needs consideration (ex: clutter, unused equipment, etc.).
  4. Routine Inspection

    5 infractions

    • Frozen Storage
      • Foods shall be stored in a manner to prevent cross contamination (e.g. no raw above cooked, not directly on floor).
    • Personal Hygiene Practices
      • Employees shall refrain from any behavior or practices that may result in the contamination of food (e.g. improper storage of personal items, eating while preparing food, etc.).
    • Manual Dishwashing
      • A suitable (food grade) sanitizer shall be available and at the recommended concentration.
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Non-food contact equipment shall be kept clean and sanitary.
    • Other Infractions/Hazards
      • Other conditions which needs consideration (ex: clutter, unused equipment, etc.).
  5. Routine Inspection

    3 infractions

    • Frozen Storage
      • Foods shall be stored in a manner to prevent cross contamination (e.g. no raw above cooked, not directly on floor).
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Non-food contact equipment shall be kept clean and sanitary.
    • Hand Washing Station(s)
      • Hand washing stations shall be easily accessible and kept clear at all times.
  6. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  7. Routine Inspection

    13 infractions

    • Acceptable Containers and Labeling
      • Broken or cracked containers must not be used to store foods.
    • Acceptable Containers and Labeling
      • When a food item is opened, portioned and repackaged, the portioned packages shall be labelled with the “packaged on date” using the date in which the large portion food item was opened.
    • Storage of Potentially Hazardous Foods
      • All potentially hazardous foods shall be stored at or below 4°C (40°F) or at or above 60°C (140°F).
    • Refrigerated Storage (Methods)
      • Foods in the refrigerators shall be kept covered as to prevent contamination.
    • Dry Storage
      • Foods shall be stored in a manner to prevent cross contamination (stored in impervious containers once opened, scoops kept out of bins, not directly on floor).
    • Thawing Methods
      • Frozen foods shall be thawed under cold running water, in a refrigerator at a temperature of 4°C (40°F) or less, or in a microwave as part of the cooking process.
    • Personal Hygiene Practices
      • Employees shall refrain from any behavior or practices that may result in the contamination of food (e.g. improper storage of personal items, eating while preparing food, etc.).
    • Food Contact Surfaces
      • Food contact surfaces, equipment and utensils shall be maintained such that they function in the manner intended and can be easily cleaned and sanitized (e.g. scratched and scored cutting boards/utensils).
    • Mechanical Dishwashing
      • If a chemical feed dishwasher is used, a suitable (food grade) sanitizer shall be available and at the recommended concentration.
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Non-food contact equipment shall be kept clean and sanitary.
    • Detergents and Chemical Use and Storage
      • Sanitizer solution shall be used in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions on the label (recommended strength and contact time).
    • Hand Washing Station(s)
      • Dispensed soap (liquid or powder) shall be provided at hand washing station(s).
    • Other Infractions/Hazards
      • Other conditions which needs consideration (ex: clutter, unused equipment, etc.).
  8. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • Food Equipment (Design, Construction, Installation and Maintenance)
      • Non-food contact equipment shall be constructed from materials that are suitable for their intended purpose and are durable, easily cleaned and free from any undesirable substance.
  9. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  10. Routine Inspection

    12 infractions

    • Refrigerated Storage (Temperature)
      • Temperatures shall be recorded at least 2 times daily at acceptable intervals during operation and logs shall be easily accessible for review by inspectors.
    • Cooling Methods
      • If being cooled from a temperature of 60°C (140°F) or greater, food shall reach 20°C (68°F) within 2 hours and then 4°C (40°F) within 4 hours (total of 6 hours cooling time).
    • Food Equipment (Design, Construction, Installation and Maintenance)
      • Non-food contact equipment shall be in proper working order. For food premises that have a mechanical dishwasher that is broken and choose to use the 3-step manual method, the food premises would be in non-compliance with Section 7.1 B if the food premises is not able to or cannot achieve proper cleaning and sanitizing using the manual method.
    • Food Contact Surfaces
      • Food contact surfaces, equipment and utensils shall be maintained such that they function in the manner intended and can be easily cleaned and sanitized (e.g. scratched and scored cutting boards/utensils).
    • Mechanical Dishwashing
      • If a chemical feed dishwasher is used, a suitable (food grade) sanitizer shall be available and at the recommended concentration.
    • Eating Utensils and Dishes
      • Utensils and dishes shall be stored in a manner so as to be kept clean and sanitary.
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Wiping cloths used for wiping food spills on food contact surfaces shall not be used for other purposes such as wiping raw foods and shall be routinely cleaned and when not in use kept in separate sanitizing solution which is maintained at an appropriate concentration.
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Non-food contact equipment shall be kept clean and sanitary.
    • Detergents and Chemical Use and Storage
      • A suitable food grade sanitizer shall be available and at the recommended concentration.
    • Detergents and Chemical Use and Storage
      • Sanitizer bottles must be properly labelled and available in sufficient quantity to encourage appropriate regular use.
    • Washroom(s)
      • A hand washing station must be available with hot and cold running potable water.
    • Rodent and Insect Control
      • There shall not be any signs of insects and/or rodents.
  11. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  12. Routine Inspection

    11 infractions

    • Acceptable Containers and Labeling
      • Re-useable containers must be of food grade materials which can be washed, rinsed, and sanitized.
    • Acceptable Containers and Labeling
      • When a food item is opened, portioned and repackaged, the portioned packages shall be labelled with the “packaged on date” using the date in which the large portion food item was opened.
    • Storage of Potentially Hazardous Foods
      • All potentially hazardous foods shall be stored at or below 4°C (40°F) or at or above 60°C (140°F).
    • Frozen Storage
      • Freezers shall be kept in good repair, defrosted regularly, and kept clean.
    • Refrigerated Storage (Methods)
      • Foods in the refrigerators shall be kept covered as to prevent contamination.
    • Dry Storage
      • Foods shall be stored in a manner to prevent cross contamination (stored in impervious containers once opened, scoops kept out of bins, not directly on floor).
    • Food Equipment (Design, Construction, Installation and Maintenance)
      • Non-food contact equipment shall be constructed from materials that are suitable for their intended purpose and are durable, easily cleaned and free from any undesirable substance.
    • Eating Utensils and Dishes
      • Utensils and dishes shall be stored in a manner so as to be kept clean and sanitary.
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Wiping cloths used for wiping food spills on food contact surfaces shall not be used for other purposes such as wiping raw foods and shall be routinely cleaned and when not in use kept in separate sanitizing solution which is maintained at an appropriate concentration.
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Food contact surfaces, equipment and utensils shall be kept clean and sanitary.
    • Detergents and Chemical Use and Storage
      • Sanitizer solution shall be used in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions on the label (recommended strength and contact time).

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