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Copa Cafe

300 - 1175 Johnson St, Coquitlam · Restaurant

25 inspections

  1. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. Follow-Up Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation: Still boxes and buckets are directly on floor.
      • Corrective Action(s): - Store all boxes and buckets throughout the facility including storage room in the back, kitchen, dry storage room off of the floor on shelving units
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: -All shelving units in wall in cooler and in kitchen are in bad condition: rusted ...
      • -Lobster tank- bottom wooden part is rotten
      • -Piping under cooking equipment ( near ice machine) is leaking
      • Corrective Action(s): -Replace or sand and paint
      • -Replace it
      • -Repair
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
      • Observation: Tile and baseboards are falling, wall are in bad condition
      • Corrective Action(s): - Replace all broken , missing tiles, and wall
      • Violation Score: 3
  3. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: -Noted raw meat/chicken /fish noted above cooked/ready to eat products
      • - Some food containers in dry storage room and cooler were noted without lid, and some noted directly on floor
      • - Out side of food containers in dry storage room are dirty
      • - Ice Scoop noted inside ice machine
      • - Some mold note inside the place in ice machine ( not touching ice at this time)
      • Corrective Action(s): -All raw animal products to be stored in a designated shelving units -or just on lower shelves
      • - All food containers to be fully covered during storage ( in dry storage room or coolers/freezers)- keep all containers off of the floor with at least 6 inches clearance to aid cleaning
      • - Clean all food containers
      • - Keep ice scoop out of ice machine in clean container to avoid contamination of ice due to contact with handle
      • - Drain and clean the ice machine
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: - Sign of rodent dropping noted in different parts, some cockroaches noted (live one and on sticky traps)
      • Corrective Action(s): - Clean and contact pest control to do a full assessment to identify all point of entry and any contributing factor
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation: -Some structural issues noted like broken wall- cracked tiles, missing baseboard thought
      • - Noted food containers on floor in dry storage room and kitchen
      • Corrective Action(s): - Fix any broken /crack wall, replace missing baseboard..
      • -Store all food containers or boxed /bins off on shelving units with 6 inches clearance .
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: -Poor cleaning noted for all equipment ( inside and out) floor , walls
      • Corrective Action(s): -Deep clean the whole facility
      • Violation Score: 9
  4. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Containers of foods noted double stacking on top of each other in prep cooler without barrier
      • Corrective Action(s): Do not over stack food containers- or have a proper lid if you have to
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: Water leaking under dishwasher
      • Corrective Action(s): Repair it
      • Violation Score: 3
  5. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): No paper towel available at hand washing sink at bar area
      • Corrective Action(s): Provide paper towel in a holder - wall mounted is recommended
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: -Open can of foods noted in bar and kitchen
      • -Some food containers without cover- some dry goods noted in open bags
      • - Foods in soft packaging noted in dry storage room
      • Corrective Action(s): - After opening a can transfer the food to a food grade container with cover
      • -All foods to be fully covered ( coolers, freezers and dry storage room)- open bags of dry goods to be put in sealed bins
      • -Foods in soft packaging ( plastic or paper) to be kept in sealed bin due to current pest issues
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 210 - Food not thawed in an acceptable manner [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation: Raw meats are observed in prep sink without any protection under water - directly in sink
      • Corrective Action(s): To defrost: either put in cooler in advance
      • or in original package or in clean -food grade plastic under cold ruining water
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Rodent dropping and dead cockroaches noted in several areas ( mostly on floors, corners, under sink) -not near foods
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean/sanitize and monitor
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation: -Water accumulation noted beside ice machine/under cooking equipment and sink
      • -Walls and baseboard are damaged in several area
      • Corrective Action(s): Address both issues to aid with cleaning and pest control
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Poor cleaning noted in entire facility- specially walls, floors, under/behind and beside all cooking equipment, shelving units, ( wooden shelving in dry storage, ....)
      • Corrective Action(s): Deep clean the whole facility
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: -Wooden chopping boards ( for raw meat and cooked foods) are in bad condition
      • -Wooden shelving unit in dry storage area require sanding and painting
      • -Walls and floor in walk in cooler in bad condition-
      • Corrective Action(s): -Replace them with new ones- or sand /seal them to create smooth /cleanable and acceptable food contact surfaces
      • -sand and paint
      • -Repair /replace
      • Violation Score: 9
  6. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: -Food container noted stored directly on floor in walk in cooler
      • -Open container of dry ginger noted on shelving with mice dropping beside it
      • -Raw meat noted beside and above vegi and ready to eat foods in walk in cooler
      • Corrective Action(s): -All food containers to be stored off of floor to reduce risk of contamination
      • -All food containers must be covered to reduce chance of contamination with active infestation
      • -Raw meat (any meat) to be stored in one whole shelving unit away from any cooked or ready to eat products
      • Violation Score: 15
      • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Rodent dropping and signs of cockroaches infestation noted throughout the facility
      • Corrective Action(s): -Increase cleaning and sanitation of the facility
      • -Increase pest control service frequency - minimum once per week is recommended at this time.
      • -Keep all foods and clean utensils , plates, bowls in covered bin
      • Violation Score: 9
  7. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Dirty knife noted in knife holder at wooden chopping board
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize knives before storing them.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: -Raw meat noted stored above sauces
      • -Foods are not covered in walk in cooler
      • Corrective Action(s): -Re arrange the walk in cooler, store raw meat in lower shelf and do not store buckets with sauces or ready to eat product under
      • -Cover all foods
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Noted some cockroaches under hand washing sink in the kitchen.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean, discuss with pest control - fumigation might be required.
      • Violation Score: 3
  8. Follow-Up Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Deep cleaning is required for all floors and under/behind all equipment
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
      • Observation: Loose tiles and baseboards throughout the facility
      • Corrective Action(s): Repair /replace
      • Violation Score: 5
  9. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): -Noted hand washing sink in the kitchen not accessible at time of visit, large pots blocking the access
      • -Staff washroom lacks proper soap dispenser- pump type is required and should be wall mounted
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure all hand washing sink are supplied with soap and paper towels in proper wall mounted dispensers and they are accessible at all time
      • Violation Score: 15
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Noted foods are not properly covered in prep cooler
      • Noted raw meat stored above ready to eat products in small cooler beside cooking equipment
      • Corrective Action(s): All foods to be fully covered in coolers, freezers, dry storage room
      • Raw meat to be stored in lower shelf away from any cooked or ready to eat products
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Noted rodent dropping in kitchen, storage room, bar area mostly on floors
      • Noted cockroaches in sticky traps in a couple areas in kitchen
      • Corrective Action(s): - Clean and sanitize all floors - To be done today
      • - Increase pest control service to at least twice per week - send a copy of contract to the area inspector no later then Nov 14-2022
      • Violation Score: 15
      • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation: - Noted Loose tiles, base boards , cracks in walls, leaking pipes , gaps under back door screen... these conditions are allowing entrance and harboring of noted pests in the premises ( mice and cockroaches)
      • Corrective Action(s): - Fix all noted issues.
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
      • Observation: A lot of structural issues noted: loose tiles, baseboard, leaky pipes , broken walls .
      • Corrective Action(s): Noted issues are to be addressed.
      • Violation Score: 5
  10. Follow-Up Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation:
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Violation Score: 15
  11. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation: Fried fish (salty) noted at room temperaure.
      • Corrective Action(s): Discard it.
      • To keep PHF food (Potentially hazardous foods) at room temp , PH testing and water activity testing must be done - in the meantime keep them in cooler
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: No sanitizer is being used for bar area, wet wiping rags are being used??
      • Corrective Action(s): -Keep all wiping towels in a bucket of sanitizer (bleach solution)
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation: -Glass washer iodine tested twice and it was low even by changing the sanitizer bucket
      • Corrective Action(s): -Repair to provide 12.5 to 25 ppm
      • -Sanitize all glasses by soaking in sanitizer for 2 minute
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation: -The only hand washing sink in the back kitchen was blocked by large pots and some utensils were stored inside at time of visit - violation ticket will be on hold
      • -Staff washroom: no liquid soap provided at the handwash sink (soap in dispenser was dry and crusty??
      • - No paper towel and liquid soap at hand wash sink in bar area
      • Corrective Action(s): -Hand washing sink must be accessible at all time and no utensil washing in the sink
      • -Provide paper towel and liquid soap in dispenser at all hand washing sink and ensure to resupply once it is low
      • Violation Score: 25
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: -Noted raw animal foods ( chicken, fish, raw eggs, meat) were stored above cooked/ready to eat products in walk in cooler, upright cooler and prep cooler
      • -Foods noted without proper cover
      • -Food containers were stacked on top of each other without lid
      • -Noted opened foods in open can
      • -Noted opened bags of dry goods, and dry goods in soft packaging without protection
      • Corrective Action(s): -Re arrange and store all raw animal products in lower shelf or designate on whole shelving unit for ONLY raw animal foods , store all cooked or vegetable and ready to eat products on upper shelf and away from raw products.
      • -Cover all foods by storing in proper container with lid
      • -After opening any can transfer the rest in a food grade container with proper lid
      • -Do not stack food containers without lid
      • -After opening dry goods transfer the rest in rodent proof container with proper lid
      • Violation Score: 15
      • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: -Rodent dropping noted in dry storage room, on some shelving in kitchen, behind equipment inside glass washer chemical storage...
      • -Noted a dead small mice in one of the sticky traps
      • Corrective Action(s): -Provide a detailed pest control report by doing a full assessment of the facility to identify issues contributing to the rodent issues
      • -Clean all dropping and have monitoring device and traps
      • Violation Score: 15
      • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation: -There is large gap under back door screen which allows rodent entry
      • - Water leaking under cooking equipment
      • - Tiles are missing in kitchen
      • Corrective Action(s): -Fix the gap (Ie: install weather stripping)
      • -Fix the leak
      • -Replace missing tiles
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Poor cleaning noted in entire facility including under all equipment, shelving units ,behind and under all cooking equipment and shelving, walls ...
      • Corrective Action(s): Deep cleaning is required for entire facility
      • Violation Score: 15
  12. Follow-Up Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Active cockroach infestation monitored by pest control services
      • Date to be corrected by: Ongoing
      • Corrective Action(s): 1) Do a deep clean of the kitchen to remove all grease built up and food debris
      • 2) Repair and patch leaky pipes, areas where water is leaking and pooling
      • 3) Repair/patch/seal the walls, floors, tiles in the kitchen that provides harborage to pests.
  13. Follow-Up Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Operator presented the requested pest control reports. Operator reports pest control services are scheduled to service the premise tonight. 7 cockroaches observed on sticky trap.
      • Correction: 1) Do a deep clean of the kitchen to remove all grease built up and food debris.
      • 2) Repair & patch leaky pipes, areas where water are leaking
      • 3) Repair/patch/seal the walls, floors, tiles in the kitchen that provides harborrage of pests.
      • 4) Remove all unused equipment stored above the walk in cooler and walk in freezer
      • 5) Request a detailed report from the pest control service and comply with all recommendation. Please share the report to [email protected]
      • Date to be corrected by: Ongoing
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Violation Score:
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Milk baskets under rice containers have food debris accumulated. Corners of kitchen, cooler, freezer has food debris accumulated
      • Correction: Ensure facility is maintained in a sanitary condition at all times to prevent pest attractants
      • Date to be corrected by: Immediately
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Violation Score:
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: Glasswasher lacks test strips to ensure adequate iodine levels are being used
      • Correciton: Aquire iodine test strips and test iodine levels daily
      • Date to be corrected by: Immediately
      • Corrective Action(s):
  14. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Bean sprouts are kept in room temperature measuring at 18C
      • Corrective Action(s): Operator moved bean sprouts into cooler and made a smaller portion to use in the kitchen. Bean sprouts are considered a potentially hazardous food and must be stored below 4C on above 60C to prevent growth of pathogens
      • Violation Score:
      • 206 - Hot potentially hazardous food stored/displayed below 60 °C. [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Cooked noodles in a tray has been sitting in room temperature measuring at 18.6C. Operator reports they have been prepared more than two hours ago
      • Corrective Action(s): Operator voluntarily discarded the noodles during our conversation. Cooked noodles are a potentially hazardous food and must be stored below 4C or above 60C to prevent growth of pathogens.
      • Violation Score:
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 1) Knives are stored in cracks and between equipment
      • 2) In the prep cooler, there are containers sitting on top of food items
      • 3) Thee is a bowl in the oil bucket. Operator reports he uses the bowl to scoop oil into fryer
      • Corrective Action(s): 1) Operator removed all knives and placed them in dishwasher. Knives must be kept in a sanitary manner
      • 2) Operator relocated all containers into a cooler
      • 3) Operator removed the bowl in oil pail
      • Violation Score:
      • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: 5 live cockroaches observed on sticky trap
      • Date to be corrected by: 24 hrs
      • Corrective Action(s): Requested proof of active pest control service. Discard sticky tap and removed cockroaches from kitchen during inspection.
      • Violation Score:
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Milk baskets under rice containers have food debris accumulated. Corners of kitchen, cooler, freezer has food debris
      • Date to be corrected by: Immediately
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure facility is maintained in a sanitary condition at all times to prevent pest attraction.
      • Violation Score:
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: Glasswasher lacks test strips to ensure adequate iodine levels are being used
      • Date to be corrected by: Immediately
      • Corrective Action(s): Acquire iodine test strips and test iodine level daily
  15. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  16. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Observed several open containers of food items stored in the walk-in refrigerator exposed to potential contamination.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure all food containers are covered with lids, plastic wrap, or other food-grade covers.
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Accumulation of food residue observed on wire shelving in the walk-in cooler.
      • Corrective Action(s): Thoroughly clean and sanitize all the wire shelves to remove food residues.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: Concentration of iodophor sanitizr in the bar glasswasher does not appear to be sufficient (Test strip is showing insufficient iodine concentration despite having a nearly-full jug Mikroklene sanitizer connected to the machine)
      • Corrective Action(s): Discontinue use of the glasswasher (use the dishwashing machine in the kitchen instead) until the glasswasher has been inspected and confirmed to be providing at least 12.5ppm iodine residual during operation.
      • Violation Score: 3
  17. Routine Inspection

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  18. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  19. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation: Gap observed between the bottom of the screen door (leading outside) and the floor. This gap could potentially allow pests/rodents to enter the food premises.
      • Corrective Action(s): Install a door sweep to fill the gap between the screen door and the ground.
      • Violation Score: 9
  20. Follow-Up Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation:
      • Food storage practices still require improvement:
      • - many foods are not covered in the walk-in cooler
      • Corrective Action(s): Cover foods when in storage to prevent cross-contamination.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
      • Observation: Knives are still being stored in the cracks between equipment.
      • Corrective Action(s): Do not store knives in cracks between equpiment as those areas cannot be adequately cleaned a sanitized. Purchase a magnetic strip, or store knives in a clean container that can be washed in the dishwasher.
      • Violation Score: 3
  21. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
      • 1) Small cooler by the waitress station measured 10C at the time of inspection
      • 2) Sliced lemons were being stored at room temperature.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • 1) Move all potentially hazardous foods to a working cooler. Repair or replace as necessary.
      • 2) Store sliced lemons in a mixture of ice/water.
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Scoops for rice were stored in room temperature water
      • Corrective Action(s): Store scoops in ice water and ensure that the solution is changed every four hours, when the melts, or when the water is visibly dirty. Staff made new ice water solution at the time of inspection
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Sanitizer measured 0ppm in the spray bottles.
      • Corrective Action(s): Staff stated that it was made a week ago. Ensure that sanitizer solution is made daily. Use a solution of 5mL unscented household bleach in 2.5L of water. Staff remade solution at the time of inspection.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation:
      • 1) Ginger and potatoes stored directly next to mop bucket.
      • 2) Foods were left uncovered in the upright cooler, walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • 1) Ginger and potatoes were moved at the time of inspection. Do not store them next to the mop bucket
      • 2) Cover all foods when in storage.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Debris observed on walk-in cooler fans, and on sides of equipment.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize area noted.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
      • Observation: Knives stored in crack between equipment.
      • Corrective Action(s): Do not store knives in cracks between equipment as this area cannot be adequately cleaned and sanitized. Staff stated that they may purchased a magnetic strip.
      • Violation Score: 3
  22. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Rice scoops stored in room temperature water.
      • Corrective Action(s): Store rice scoops in an ice/water mix and ensure that the solution is changed out every two hours, or when the solution gets cloudy.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation:
      • Debris observed in the following areas:
      • - on the walk-in cooler fans
      • - in the ice machine
      • Corrective Action(s): Wash and sanitize the areas noted
      • Violation Score: 3
  23. Follow-Up Inspection

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  24. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  25. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions