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Dahlak Mediterranean and East African Restaurant

7868 Edmonds St, Burnaby · Restaurant

19 inspections

  1. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Cardboard box inside handsink
      • Corrective Action(s): Do not place items inside handsink
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation:
      • 1) Blown pink insulation on top of Canada Dry cans
      • 2) Raw eggs stored above lettuce
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • ! Discard the cans (23 cans). Remove all foods before making repairs.
      • 2) Store eggs at bottom of cooler to prevent cross contamination
      • Violation Score: 3
  2. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation:
      • 1) Raw meat stored above cooked and ready to eat foods
      • 2) Packaged raw meat stored mixed with frozen vegetables in chest freezer
      • Corrective Action(s): Organize both cooler and freezer and ensure raw meats are separate from vegetables.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation: Window pane by hookah area broken
      • Corrective Action(s): Repair to prevent pest entry
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Major grease build up behind cookline
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize kitchen
      • Violation Score: 3
  3. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  4. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
      • 1) Prep cooler measured 11C
      • 2) Flat of eggs at room temperature
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • 1) Repair or replace cooler so that it achieves and maintains 4C/40F
      • 2) Eggs must be stored at 4C or colder
      • Violation Score: 5
  5. Follow-Up Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Pop cans and tongs noted in handsink.
      • Corrective Action(s): Handwashing stations are for handwashing ONLY.
      • Violation Score: 5
  6. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Prep cooler measured 8-10C
      • Corrective Action(s): Move potentially hazardous food to working cooler. Repair or replace prep cooler.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 103 - Failure to hold a valid permit while operating a food service establishment [s. 8(1)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Permit fee of $150.00 still outstanding.
      • Corrective Action(s): Operator paid by cheque at time of inspection (Cheque 000001)
      • Violation Score: 1
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Cleaning required behind and beneath equipment.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize kitchen.
      • Violation Score: 3
  7. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  8. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Front bar handwash sink faucets are broken.
      • Corrective Action(s): Repair by Friday December 15, 2023.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Abundance of rodent droppings noted behind door in kitchen area and back storage area.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize areas with 200ppm bleach solution.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation: Back doors not fitted tightly. Gaps noted around doors.
      • Corrective Action(s): Seal gaps so mice cannot enter facility.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 309 - Chemicals, cleansers, & similar agents stored or labeled improperly [s. 27]
      • Observation: Spray bottle with general cleaning solution noted in back kitchen area (labelled "avoid contact with food").
      • Corrective Action(s): Use the bleach solution you have available.
      • Violation Score: 3
  9. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  10. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Foods within broken prep cooler measured 7C.
      • Corrective Action(s): Move all foods to working cooler.
      • Violation Score: 15
      • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): No sanitizer available. Staff did not know proper concentration of sanitizer.
      • Corrective Action(s): Make sanitizer solution. Use 1 tbsp per 4L of water.
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
      • 1) Kitchen and bar handwashing stations do not have paper towel.
      • 2) Bar handwashing sink has an empty Coke can in basin
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • 1) Handwashing stations must be fully stocked at all times.This is a repeat violation.
      • 2) Handwashing stations are for HANDWASHING ONLY.
      • Violation Score: 15
      • 402 - Employee does not wash hands properly or at adequate frequency [s. 21(3)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Employee observed to rinse hands in bar basin and did not use soap.
      • Corrective Action(s): Re-train all staff to wash hands properly.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: Ice scoop stored directly in the ice.
      • Corrective Action(s): Do not store ice scoop directly in ice to prevent cross-contamination.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Rodent droppings noted in kitchen.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize all areas where rodent droppings are found.
      • Violation Score:
      • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation: Large gap underneath back door.
      • Corrective Action(s): Seal gap with weatherstripping.
      • Violation Score:
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Facility requires deep cleaning, especially in hard to reach areas.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize kitchen.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation:
      • 1) Prep cooler measured 9C.
      • 2) Dishwasher is not working as per owner. Repair technician has been called.
      • Corrective Action(s): 1+2) Repair or replace cooler/dishwasher.
      • Until Monday March 6, 2023 ONLY, you may use a modified warewashing method.
      • 1) Wash and rinse in the dishwasher.
      • 2) Manually sanitize in one of the compartments by soaking equipment for 2 minutes in 200ppm chlorine.
      • If the dishwasher is not fixed by Monday March 6, 2023, a Closure Order will be issued.
      • Violation Score: 15
      • 502 - In operator’s absence, no staff on duty has FOODSAFE Level 1 or equivalent [s. 10(2)]
      • Observation: No FOODSAFE Level 1 or equivalent certified staff on-site. Staff did not know what temperature cooler needs to be at.
      • Corrective Action(s): At least one staff member must have FOODSAFE Level 1 or equivalent when operator is not present.
      • Have receipt for at least one staff member signed up food FOODSAFE available on Monday March 6, 2023.
      • Violation Score: 1
  11. Follow-Up Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Handsinks in kitchen and bar area did not have paper towels. This is a repeat violation.
      • -Staff restocked both handsinks with roll of paper towels at time of inspection.
      • -Ensure handsinks are equipped with hot/cold running water, liquid soap, and paper towels at all times for staff to properly and frequent wash hands.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Violation Score: 5
  12. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): No sanitizer solution was available at time of inspection. Bleach available on-site.
      • -Staff made sanitizer solution in bucket. Measured at 100ppm chlorine.
      • -Ensure a sanitizer solution for food contact surfaces (between 100-200ppm chlorine) is readily available at all times in food prep areas. Recommend having a labelled spray bottle or designated sanitizer bucket.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 1) Handsink in kitchen area did not have paper towels.
      • -Staff restocked paper towels at time of inspection.
      • 2) Soap dispenser in bar area is not mounted to the wall.
      • -Remount soap dispenser or provide hand soap pump that is easily accessible for staff to use.
      • *Ensure handsinks are equipped with liquid soap and paper towels at all times for staff to properly and frequently wash hands.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 103 - Failure to hold a valid permit while operating a food service establishment [s. 8(1)]
      • Observation: Hand delivered Outstanding Permit Fee letter.
      • Corrective Action(s): Pay $150.00 permit fee to Fraser Health within 10 working days.
      • -Date to be corrected by: today
      • Violation Score: 1
      • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation: Items stored directly on the ground in back area. General clutter of items noted in dry storage areas. These conditions may promote pest activity. Some fly activity noted in back area and customer service area.
      • Corrective Action(s): -Store items off the ground to enhance pest monitoring and cleaning.
      • -Organize items and remove items that are not needed to reduce clutter.
      • -Date to be corrected by: 1 week
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: 1) Large amount of grease build-up noted on ventilation hood. Service sticker on side of vent hood does not indicate the next service date or when it was last serviced.
      • 2) Several spills of food and grease noted beside and underneath cooking units.
      • Corrective Action(s): 1) Service ventilation hood to remove grease build-up. Ensure ventilation hood is regularly cleaned at least every 6 months.
      • -Date to be corrected by: 2 weeks
      • 2) Clean and sanitize noted areas. Ensure spills are cleaned immediately and that noted areas are regularly cleaned as part of your Sanitation Plan.
      • -Date to be corrected by: 1 week
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: 1) Handsink in bar area is missing the cold knob. Soap dispenser is not mounted to the wall. Staff need to lift dispenser up to access liquid soap.
      • 2) 2-door cooler in kitchen area has a loose handle on right side and a metal screw is used for the left side.
      • 3) Prep cooler had large amount of water dripping on the left side. Water noted on the bottom of the prep cooler and water was leaking onto the floor.
      • Corrective Action(s): 1) Repair and replace cold knob at the handsink. Remount soap dispenser.
      • -Date to be corrected by: 1 week
      • 2) Repair handles of 2-door cooler. Prep cooler is frequently opened and closed by staff. A metal screw cannot be easily cleaned or sanitized. Ensure surfaces in food premises are smooth, easily cleanable, and non-absorbent.
      • -Date to be corrected by: 1 week
      • 3) Repair water leak in prep cooler.
      • -Date to be corrected by: 1 week
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 502 - In operator’s absence, no staff on duty has FOODSAFE Level 1 or equivalent [s. 10(2)]
      • Observation: Only staff on duty at time of inspection did not have FoodSafe Level 1 certification.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure that at least one staff on duty has FoodSafe Level 1 or equivalent in absence of operator.
      • -Date to be corrected by: 1 month
      • Violation Score: 1
  13. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  14. Follow-Up Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation: Mould and mildew build up within ice machine.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize ice machine.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation: Gap in back door noted.
      • Corrective Action(s): Seal gap in back door with weatherstripping.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: Prep cooler measured 11C
      • Corrective Action(s): Repair or replace cooler. Technician called at the time of inspection. Do not use tihs cooler until health approval has been granted. Have the technician check the front bar cooler as well as it appears slow to cool.
      • Violation Score: 3
  15. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  16. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: New droppings appeared behind the chest freezer. Contact pest control provider to conduct a followup today. All entry points must be sealed to prevent pest entry.
      • Corrective Action(s): Contact pest control provider to conduct a site assessment and eliminate any entry points. All areas affected by pests must be sanitized with 100ppm bleach or 200ppm quats. Date to be corrected: today
      • Violation Score: 15
  17. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 202 - Food not processed in a manner that makes it safe to eat [s. 14(1)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Rosemary oil stored on the stove at 21C. This is not an accepted food handling practice and this item is not listed on your food safety plan. Any oil mixtures with herbs or ground vegetables is subject to Clostridium Botulinum growth at room temperature.
      • Corrective Action(s): Do not serve food products with rose mary oil, even if it is cooked, as testing is required to ensure no C.bot toxins are present. Submit updated food safety plan regarding this oil mixture. Fraser health hold tags deployed on rose mary oil and contents must be refrigerated until Fraser Health is satisfied with its safety. Date to be corrected: today
      • Violation Score: 25
      • 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Spray bottles for sanitizer not available in premise. Sanitizer must always be available in labelled containers. This is a repeated violation.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure sanitizer is available in labelled containers. Date to be corrected: today
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 1) Kitchen handwash sink has been blocked with knives and a bucket and the paper towel dispenser is broken.
      • 2) Washroom handwash sinks have broken paper towel dispensers. Operator mentioned these will be fixed.
      • Corrective Action(s): 1) Ensure all handwash sinks are clear of obstructions to ensure they remain accessible and ensure they are fully equipped with hot water, liquid soap, and paper towel
      • 2) Fix paper towel dispenser in washroom.
      • Date to be corrected: today
      • Violation Score: 25
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: Raw meats stored in containers above raw vegetables. This is not a good practice as raw products should never be stored above ready to eat items.
      • Corrective Action(s): Store vegetables above raw meat products. Date to be corrected: today
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: 1) Mouse droppings are present at back of house. All areas affected by mouse droppings must be cleaned and sanitized.
      • 2) Standing moisture by mop sink and bar area.
      • Corrective Action(s): 1) Clean and sanitize all areas affected by mouse droppings.
      • 2)Ensure moisture sources are eliminated for fruit flies.
      • Date to be corrected: today
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: 1) Microwave ovens have food spills and debris built up on the inside
      • 2) Grease hood area has grease built up and needs to be cleaned. A contractor must come and clean the grease hoods. The floors and grill need to be cleaned and sanitized as well
      • 3) Cardboard and paper liners on tables need to be removed. These are not cleanable surfaces and will accumulate dirt and debris. Moisture will ruin these materials and cause them to mold over time.
      • 4) Prep cooler cutting board is discolored
      • Corrective Action(s): 1) Clean and sanitize the microwaves
      • 2) Clean and sanitize the greasehood area
      • 3) Remove cardboard and paper liners
      • 4) Clean and sanitize prep cooler cutting board
      • Date to be corrected: today
      • Violation Score: 15
  18. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  19. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation: 1) labelled spray bottles noted <50 ppm QUATS.
      • Ensure all labelled spray bottles are maintained at 200 ppm QUATS. Sanitizer jug noted at 200 ppm QUATS. Do not dilute source chemical.
      • 2) Missing sink plugs in 3 comp sink for dishwashing. Ensure 3 plugs are available for proper manual dishwashing.
      • Correction date: Immediately.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Violation Score:
    • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation: Gaps noted under and between back doors.
      • Corrective Action(s): Install door sweeps and or seal all gaps around exterior doors.
      • Correction date: 1 week
      • Violation Score:
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Food debris and splatter noted behind cooler units and cooking equipment.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure all areas of kitchen are maintained in sanitary condition.
      • Correction date: 1 week.
      • Violation Score:
      • 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
      • Observation: 1) Raw wood exposed by back prep/storage area behind stained barrier.
      • Ensure wood is sealed with paint or stain.
      • Correction date: 1 week
      • 2) Paper towel dispensors not in use in kitchen and no paper towel available at bar handsink.
      • Ensure dispensors are functioning properly and paper towel is available at all handsinks.
      • Correction date: 1 week
      • 3) Drying rack not in place in kitchen by 3 comp sink.
      • Ensure drying rack or drainboard is available to allow proper air drying of clean and sanitized dishware. Install drying rack or board.
      • Correction date: 2 weeks.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Violation Score:
      • 314 - Operator has not provided acceptable written sanitation procedures [s. 24]
      • Observation: No Sanitation plan available.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure a up to date sanitation plan is created and a copy is provided to Fraser Health for review.
      • Correction date: 1 week.