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COBS Bread (Lougheed Mall)

224 - 9855 Austin Rd, Burnaby · Restaurant

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Inspection summary

COBS Bread (Lougheed Mall) has been inspected 21 times by Fraser Health Authority since August 16, 2017. The most recent inspection, on October 6, 2026, recorded 1 infraction.

6 of 21 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 3 inspections with 3 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Pests, Cleaning and sanitizing and Protecting food from contamination.

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.

  • 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 14 times across 14 separate inspections, most recently on October 6, 2026. For example: 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]

  • 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 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on January 24, 2025. For example: 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]

  • Protecting food from contaminationHigher risk

    This covers how food is stored, prepared and displayed: raw meat kept away from ready-to-eat food, food covered and stored off the floor, and nothing dripping or splashing into it. Cross-contamination from raw to cooked food is a direct route for salmonella and E. coli.

    Recorded 2 times on February 28, 2020. For example: 201 - Food contaminated or unfit for human consumption [s. 13]

  • 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 once on September 28, 2026. For example: 202 - Food not processed in a manner that makes it safe to eat [s. 14(1)]

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.

21 inspections

  1. Follow-Up Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: - Accumulation of rodent droppings observed under 3-compartment sink, around grease trap, and on pipe surfaces under 3-compartment sink.
      • Corrective Action(s): - Remove droppings and thoroughly clean area.
      • - Use chlorine bleach solution (1 tsp chlorine bleach + 1 L water) on affected areas.
      • **Consult with your pest control service technician regarding exclusionary measures and corrective actions to take to address rodent activity in the premises. Ensure that all potential entry points (gaps/ holes/ cracks) are blocked and sealed, including areas around plumbing fixtures. Continue to work on maintaining a high level of sanitation throughout the premises, especially in hard to reach areas under all equipment. All spilled food must be cleaned up promptly to eliminate food sources for pests.**
      • [Correction Date: 13-Oct-2026]
      • Violation Score: 3
  2. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 202 - Food not processed in a manner that makes it safe to eat [s. 14(1)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): - Display Management System Log for savoury items not filled out for September 28. Per Food Safety Plan document, products are to be discarded 6 hours after it was removed from the oven. Time record when items were removed from oven not maintained. Inspection conducted during mid afternoon (~15:15 start time). Employees unable to confirm/ verify when products were removed from the oven.
      • Corrective Action(s): - The following products listed on DMS Log discarded at time of inspection:
      • - Spinach Feta Croissant (10)
      • - Spinach Feta Scones (3)
      • - Cheese & Jalapeno Buffin (1)
      • - Chorizo Pizza Buffin (6)
      • - Ham & Cheese Bun (1)
      • - Meetza Croissant (7)
      • - Ham & Cheese Croissant (14)
      • - Jalapeno Twist (3)
      • - Chive & Garlic Twist (4)
      • - Cheese Bun (10)
      • - Cheese Pizza (1)
      • - Pepperoni Pizza (3)
      • **Potentially hazardous foods that are displayed at ambient temperature must adhere to display times per approved variance study. Alternatively, they can be displayed at or above 60C (HOT) or at or below 4C (COLD). Per Food Safety Plan, the products above are permitted to be displayed at ambient temperature for 6 hours, at which then they must be discarded.**
      • [Correction Date: Immediately]
      • Violation Score: 15
    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: - Deceased rodent (mouse) observed beside grease trap (under "sanitize" sink compartment).
      • - Rodent droppings observed around grease trap.
      • Corrective Action(s): - Remove deceased rodent and rodent droppings.
      • - Thoroughly clean above noted areas. Use chlorine bleach solution (1 tsp chlorine bleach + 1 L water) on affected areas.
      • [Correction Date: 28-Sep-2026]
      • Note: Regular pest control services are provided by a pest control company. Service reports dated 26-Jun-2026, 31-Jul-2026, and 26-Sep-2026 reviewed at time of inspection. 26-June-2026 reports 8 deceased rodents, 31-Jul-2026 reports 3 deceased rodents. Rodents not mentioned on 26-Sep-2026 report.
      • **Consult with your pest control technician regarding additional exclusionary measures and corrective actions to take to address rodent activity in the premises.**
      • - Barriers are still placed at front entrance gate overnight when premises is closed to prevent rodent entry through front area.
      • **Continue to maintain a high level of sanitation throughout the premises to minimize potential pest attraction and harbourage.
      • **Cover dry ingredient storage bins at night. Use tight fitting lids.
      • **Follow all recommendations provided by your pest control company.
      • **Regular check for potential entry points (e.g. gaps, holes, cracks), and ensure that they are blocked and sealed promptly.
      • **Continue to monitor pest activity. Report new and/ or increased activity and take corrective actions in a timely manner.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: - Rodent droppings and debris accumulation observed around grease trap.
      • - Food debris and dirt accumulation observed under ovens.
      • Corrective Action(s): - Thoroughly clean above noted areas.
      • - Use chlorine bleach solution (1 tsp chlorine bleach + 1 L water) on areas affected by rodent droppings.
      • **Maintain a high level of sanitation throughout the premises, especially in hard to reach areas to prevent pest attraction.**
      • [Correction Date: 05-Oct-2026]
      • Violation Score: 3
  3. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  4. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  5. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): - Rodent droppings observed on one wheeled baking rack at bottom base rung.
      • Corrective Action(s): - Clean and sanitize wheeled baking rack.
      • [Correction Date: Immediately]
      • Violation Score: 15
    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: - Rodent droppings observed in the following areas:
      • - Under 3-compartment sink and around grease trap.
      • - Under freezer.
      • - Under preparation bench beside dough mixer along floor/ wall edges.
      • Corrective Action(s): - Remove droppings and clean above noted areas.
      • - Use chlorine bleach solution (1 tsp chlorine bleach + 1 L water) on affected areas.
      • - Follow all recommendations provided by your pest control service technician.
      • - Ensure maximum efforts are put into exclusion measures identified by your pest control company.
      • - Continue to monitor pest activity. Report new and/ or increase activity and take corrective action.
      • [Correction Date: 31-Jan-2025]
      • **Pest control reports not available for review at time of inspection. Provide the last two most recent pest control reports for review during the Follow-Up Inspection on or after 31-Jan-2025.**
      • Violation Score: 3
  6. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  7. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: - Rodent droppings observed in the following areas:
      • - Under 3-compartment sink "sanitize" basin.
      • - Under freezer (back floor/ wall edges and area beside proofer).
      • - Back floor/ wall edges under proofer.
      • Corrective Action(s): - Remove droppings and clean above noted areas.
      • - Chlorine bleach available on-site. Use 100-200 ppm chlorine bleach solution (1 tsp chlorine bleach + 1 L water) on affected areas.
      • - Follow all recommendations provided by your pest control service technician.
      • - Continue to monitor pest activity. Report new and/ or increased activity to your pest control company.
      • [Correction Date: 02-August-2024]
      • Note: Monthly pest control services are provided by a pest control company. Service report dated 15-Jul-2024 reviewed. Fly and rodent activity noted. Report also states that structural concern that was previously identified (main gate does not provide pest exclusion) has not been resolved. **Resolve issues per pest control company's recommendations to prevent continual pest entry into the premises.**
      • Violation Score: 3
  8. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: - Rodent droppings observed in the following areas:
      • - Floor/ wall edges under freezer, oven, and handsink.
      • - Under 3-compartment sink.
      • - On and around grease trap.
      • - On metal cart racks (where dry ingredient bins are stored).
      • - Main gate storage area.
      • - Small flies noted around 3-compartment sink area (between sanitizing sink and cooler).
      • Corrective Action(s): - Remove droppings and clean above noted areas.
      • - Use 100-200 ppm chlorine bleach solution (1 tsp chlorine bleach + 1 L water) on affected areas.
      • - Continue to monitor for pest activity. Report new and/ or increased activity to your pest control service technician.
      • [Correction Date: 01-Feb-2024]
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: - Food debris and dirt accumulation observed on floors and walls under and behind cooler, freezer, and oven.
      • Corrective Action(s): - Thoroughly clean the above noted areas and all other surfaces and hard to reach areas.
      • [Correction Date: 01-Feb-2024]
      • Violation Score: 3
  9. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: - Rodent droppings observed in the following areas:
      • - Under freezer and oven.
      • - Main gate storage area.
      • - Under 3-compartment sink, beside around and behind grease trap.
      • - Small flies noted around 3-compartment sink/ mop sink area.
      • Corrective Action(s): - Remove droppings and clean above noted areas.
      • - Red hose (between mop sink and 3-compartment sink) has food debris residue. Remove and clean and flies appear attracted to red hose.
      • - Use 100-200 ppm chlorine bleach solution (1 tsp chlorine bleach + 1 L water) at affected areas.
      • - Ensure that areas of stagnant water at grease trap areas are eliminated to prevent potential pest attraction.
      • - Continue monitoring for pest activity.
      • [Correction Date: 25-July-2023]
      • **Monthly pest control services provided by pest control management company. Pest control reports identify pest entry via main gate area. Follow all recommendations provided by your service technician regarding exclusion techniques.
      • **Ensure all areas of the premises are accessible for pest control services.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: - Food debris and grime accumulation noted on red hose (between mop sink and 3-compartment sink).
      • - Food debris observed in hard to reach areas behind/ between equipment and floor/ wall joints behind equipment/ food storage shelving.
      • - Food debris and rodent droppings accumulation noted around and behind grease trap.
      • Corrective Action(s): - Thoroughly clean the above noted areas and all other surfaces and hard to reach areas.
      • [Correction Date: 18-July-2023]
      • Violation Score: 3
  10. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Droppings found on the first shelf containing baking ingredients. Droppings were also found along the walls and it hard to reach areas. The operator has pest control, and a report was reviewed during the inspection.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean all droppings with a 1 tsp per liter bleach solution and continue with pest control.
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation: Baking ingredients were stored in boxes on the storage shelves. Transfer these foods to pest proof containers with lids.
      • Corrective Action(s): 1 week
      • Violation Score:
  11. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  12. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Flies were observed in the following areas:
      • - Back freezer
      • - Front hand washing sink
      • Corrective Action(s): Remove flies from the bakery. Enhanced cleaning and sanitizing practices are the key to prevent future fly issue.
      • The recent pest control service conducted August 2021 also stated the store has the fly issue. Given 3 days to address the issue.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation: Noted a bin filled with used linens by the back freezer. It was covered with a garbage bag. Numbers of fruit flies were observed when the garbage bag was lifted.
      • Corrective Action(s): The used linens had been stored in the bin until get picked up once a week.
      • Advised to increase a frequency of pick up (from once a week to twice a week) and provide a proper pest proof bin with a lid to ensure the flies are not attracted to the dirty linens. Given 3 days to correct the issue.
      • Violation Score: 9
  13. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  14. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 201 - Food contaminated or unfit for human consumption [s. 13]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Bulk flour bag noted at the bottom of the pile has notable rodent hole in corner of bag
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure all damaged food products are discarded. All food must be protected from contamination.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: Opened bags of flour and dry food stored in corner on rolling cart
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure all opened bags/containers of food are properly stored in pest proof containers with lid and off the ground.
      • Correction date: 1 day
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Mouse droppings noted throughout facility:
      • 1. On the floors under equipment
      • 2. Around bulk flour corner
      • 3. Under oven
      • 4. Dead rodent noted under oven
      • *Pest control onsite monthly - reviewed last 3 pest control reports - mouse activity noted
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure all droppings area cleaned up, dead rodents removed, and pest control is onsite more often (biweekly or weekly) until pests are controlled.
      • Owner to contact Fraser Health with plan to address pest issues.
      • Correction date: 3 days
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Mouse droppings noted throughout the premises.
      • Required cleaning:
      • 1. Under all equipment
      • 2. Around bulk flour corner
      • 3. Under ovens
      • 4. All hard to reach areas
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean up all areas with food accumulation and areas with mouse droppings.
      • Correction date: 1 week
      • Violation Score: 9
  15. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Mouse droppings noted behind mixer, behind flour, under 3 comp sink.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure all droppings are cleaned up and areas monitored for further pest activity. Pest control provided by Abell on a monthly service. Reviewed last 3 reports - some pest activity noted. If pest activity increases by next inspection then pest control services may need to be increased to bimonthly.
      • Continue to monitor and clean and inform pest control of activity.
      • Correction date: 3 days
      • Violation Score: 3
  16. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Several mouse droppings found in the floor space between the proofer and ovens. No other signs of pest activity observed at food storage areas. Pest control company serviced regularly; reports do not indicate increased or unsafe levels of pest activity.
      • Corrective Action(s): Wear gloves, and apply damp paper towel soaked in sanitzing solution, remove the droppings, and clean/sanitize the area (1 day).
      • Violation Score: 3
  17. Follow-Up Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Improvement from previous routine, but a notable fruit fly presence still observed on-site.
      • Corrective Action(s): Contacted owner via phone regarding situation. Discussed the need for further action --> operator to contact pest technican for targeted treatment. Provide EHO with email update. For the time being, continue with hot water down drains (mop, 3 compartment, floor) as well as frequent cleaning. Cover waste bins when not in use. Domestic style traps can also assist in reducing the adult fly population.
      • Violation Score: 3
  18. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Several equipment observed to have dough build up, despite baking staff already have gone off shift. This includes the dough divider, handles of standup fridge and freezer.
      • Corrective Action(s): Directed staff to clean and sanitize at time. All equipment must be cleaned as per your corporate safety plan.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Significant fruit fly presence throughout premises. Rodent droppings observed behind mixer and beneath slicer.
      • Corrective Action(s): Premises to increase frequency (minimum bi-weekly) of pest control service by September 4th. Discuss with your technician to implement a targeted treatment plan for fruit flies. Increase number of traps for rodents with particular attention to where droppings were found. Fax or email EHO copies of your invoice after each service visit.
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Rodent droppings observed behind mixer, as well as beneath slicer on the sides of the large pullout compartment.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize affected areas immediately.
      • Violation Score: 3
  19. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: 1 mouse caught in trap by front of house slicer. Other evidence of pest activity minimal.
      • Corrective Action(s): Contact pest control to have unit serviced and traps reset. Ensure that all recommendations of pest control professional are adhered to.
      • Violation Score: 3
  20. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  21. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 2 issues:
      • =commonly used food contact surfaces are sanitized at the end of the day. This includes large mixers and counter tops.
      • =Staff are unaware of proper manual warewashing procedures. Some staff do not sanitize dishware.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • =commonly used food contact surfaces must be sanitized minimum once every 4 hours. After using equipment such as mixers and presses, ensure that they are immediately washed, rinsed, then sanitized according to clean in place procedures provided by head office.
      • =Discussed proper 3 compartment warewashing method with staff.
      • Follow posted diagram and always ensure that dishware is washed, rinsed, then sanitized and allowed to air dry. Do not rinse after sanitizing.
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 303 - Equipment/facilities/hot & cold water for sanitary maintenance not adequate [s. 17(3); s. 4(1)(f)]
      • Observation: Sanitizer dispenser not installed at 3 compartment sink. Operator has switched chemical supply company; only older sanitizer concentrate available for sanitizing.
      • No test strips available.
      • Corrective Action(s): Install a sanitizer dispenser or provide method to supply 3 compartment sink with sanitizer.
      • Obtain test strips
      • due: August 18.
      • Violation Score: 15
      • 402 - Employee does not wash hands properly or at adequate frequency [s. 21(3)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): REPEAT OBSERVATION: staff do not wash hands using soap or paper towels. Staff observed using dirty apron to dry hands.
      • Corrective Action(s): always wash hands using liquid soap, paper towels, and warm water. Do not use aprons for drying hands.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Fruit fly activity noted in mop sink and 3 compartment sink area.
      • Pest control reports indicated persistent fruit fly activity
      • Corrective Action(s): Install fly strips in the mop sink area. Clean around the grease trap and underneath the 3 compartment sink to reduce moisture and soil build up that can contribute to fruit fly infestation.
      • Violation Score: 3

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