Donair Affair

102A - 2100 Whatcom Rd, Abbotsford · Restaurant

34 inspections

1. Routine InspectionApr 20, 2026

   2 infractions

   • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
     • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Food contact surface sanitizer concentration measured above 200ppm Chlorine
     • Corrective Action(s): - Use 100ppm bleach - 30ml (2 table spoons) of 5% unscented bleach in 4.5L (1 gallon) of water.
     • - Use test strips to measure the concentration of sanitizer
     • * Staff was able to make 100ppm chlorine solution at the time of inspection.
     • This ensures that food contact surfaces re effectively sanitized to privent contamination and people from getting ill.
     • Violation Score: 5
   • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
     • Observation: Debris build up on ceilings, behind equipments. Tahini sauce container had sauce on top of lid and around the container.
     • Corrective Action(s): Make sure facility is cleaned regularly. Clean all spills immediately to prevent any buildup. TO prevent contamination of food and remove any pest building areas as these issue may atract flies.
     • * Clean tahini container/bucket as soon as possible. - Done during inspection
     • Violation Score: 3
2. Routine InspectionNov 7, 2025

   1 infraction

   • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
     • Observation: Dish pit area hand wash is not adequately mounted to the wall
     • Corrective Action(s): Ensure the hand wash station is adequately mounted to the wall. Replace the old caulking on the wall joint of the hand wash station and 3 compartment sink.
     • Violation Score: 3
3. Follow-Up InspectionMar 27, 2025

   0 infractions

4. Routine InspectionMar 17, 2025

   2 infractions

   • 303 - Equipment/facilities/hot & cold water for sanitary maintenance not adequate [s. 17(3); s. 4(1)(f)]
     • Observation: No drain plugs available for the 3 compartment sink.
     • Corrective Action(s): Ensure drain plugs are available for setting up 3 compartment sink for manual dishwashing.
     • Violation Score: 5
   • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
     • Observation: The chest freezers (2) lid is deteriorated.
     • Corrective Action(s): Repair or replace the chest freezer lid.
     • Violation Score: 3
     • 502 - In operator’s absence, no staff on duty has FOODSAFE Level 1 or equivalent [s. 10(2)]
     • Observation: Only staff on duty does not have valid FS level 1.
     • Corrective Action(s): Ensure at least one staff on duty has valid FS level 1 certificate or equivalent.
     • Violation Score: 1
5. Routine InspectionJul 4, 2024

   0 infractions

6. Follow-Up InspectionJun 19, 2023

   0 infractions

7. Follow-Up InspectionJun 9, 2023

   0 infractions

8. Routine InspectionJun 1, 2023

   2 infractions

   • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
     • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Observed equipment/utensils not properly washed/sanitized; Operator unable to describe appropriate method for manual dishwashing. Operator did not include sanitize step, only washing and rinsing steps.
     • Corrective Action(s): Ensure that equipment/utensils are cleaned and sanitized properly - washed with detergent in first compartment sink, rinsed in second compartment sink and them submerged in sanitizer in third compartment sink. Discussed proper method and 3 compartment sink signage provided to operator.
     • Correct by: Immediately.
     • Violation Score: 5
     • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
     • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Observed front hand washing sink obstructed with floor cleaning equipment (brooms/sweep) and grill cleaner in back hand washing sink.
     • Corrective Action(s): Ensure that hand washing sinks are unobstructed and easily accessible for use. Floor cleaning equipment moved and grill cleaner removed from hand sink during inspection.
     • Violation Score: 5
   • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
     • Observation: Observed scoops/tongs for meats stored directly on top of lids/containers.
     • Corrective Action(s): Ensure that equipment/utensils are stored in a sanitary manner to prevent contamination. Operator moved utensils to separate containers during inspection.
     • Violation Score: 3
     • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
     • Observation: Observed front prep cooler with sauces at ranging from 6.5C to 5.8C ambient air temperature. Extra sauces in bottom moved to walk-in cooler.
     • Corrective Action(s): Ensure that coolers are capable of maintaining a temperature of 4C or below.
     • Correct by: June 8, 2023
     • Violation Score: 3
9. Follow-Up InspectionJan 9, 2023

   0 infractions

10. Routine InspectionSep 15, 2022

    2 infractions

    • 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Observed used scoop for oil in the back stored directly on top of newspaper on a tray.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure that equipment and utensils are stored in a sanitary manner to prevent contamination. Operator moved scoop moved during inspection.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Observed food not protected from contamination; food (onions, basmati rice and tahini) stored on floor.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure that food is stored in a sanitary manner, at least 15cm/16inches off the ground. Operator moved items off the ground during inspection.
      • Violation Score: 3
11. Follow-Up InspectionJul 11, 2022

    1 infraction

    • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: Front prep cooler not maintaining a temperature of 4C or below as required.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure front prep cooler is fixed and capable of maintaining a temperature of 4C or below. No potentially hazardous foods to be stored in this unit, until unit is capable of maintaining a temperature of 4C or below.
      • Violation Score: 3
12. Follow-Up InspectionApr 28, 2022

    0 infractions

13. Routine InspectionApr 13, 2022

    2 infractions

    • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation: Observed back hand washing sink obstructed with equipment (spray bottled, lid, utensil) in sink basin and no hand soap. Hand sink also not draining properly and causing leakage on floor.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure that the hand washing sink is adequately supplied with hot and cold running water, paper towel and liquid hand soap. Hand washing sink also required to be readily available for use and not obstructed by equipment.
      • Front area hand washing available for use as temporary measure.
      • Correct by: April 19, 2022.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: Observed back hand washing sink not in proper working order; Sink not draining adequately and causing leakage from pipes.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure that hand washing sinks are in proper working order to allow for frequent and effective hand washing.
      • Correct by: April 19, 2022
      • Violation Score: 3
14. Follow-Up InspectionAug 20, 2021

    0 infractions

15. Routine InspectionAug 18, 2021

    2 infractions

    • 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Front line cooler with vegetable toppings at above 4C, ranging between 13.4-11C.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure that the line cooler is repaired to maintain a temperature of 4C or below. Food in unit moved to walk-in cooler to maintain temperature at below 4C. Food also replaced with product from the walk-in cooler. Temporary measure, food to be timed for max of 2hrs or less and discarded if stored in top of line cooler (document time).
      • Correct by: August 19, 2021
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 206 - Hot potentially hazardous food stored/displayed below 60 °C. [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Lamb from donair stored in hot holding unit at below 60C, at 52C when measured.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure that the unit is capable of maintaining food at a temperature of 60C or above. Lamb to undergo a cooking step prior to service to customer.
      • Operator to not use unit until able to maintain a temperature of 60C or above. Lamb meat to be cut, cooked then served to customers directly.
      • Correct by: August 19, 2021.
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation: Observed hand washing sink in the back not in working order. Front hand washing sink missing paper towel in dispenser.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure that the hand washing sink in the back in fixed - capable of running hot/cold water, and equipped with paper towel and liquid hand soap. Ensure all hand sinks adequately supplied. Hand sink at front being used.
      • Correct by: August 19, 2021
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Observed areas in the premise in need of cleaning throughout and specifically;
      • 1. By hand washing sinks,
      • 2. Can opener and surrounding area
      • 3. Ventilation hood and oven area
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure that the premise is cleaned and maintained in a sanitary condition.
      • Correct by: August 20, 2021
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: Observed line cooler and hot holding unit not maintaining adequate temperatures for food items.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure these units are repaired to be capable of maintaining foods at the proper temperature.
      • Hot Holding at or above 60C.
      • Cold holding at or below 4C.
      • Violation Score: 3
16. Follow-Up InspectionDec 18, 2019

    1 infraction

    • 208 - Foods obtained from unapproved sources [s. 11]
      • Observation:
      • *Baklava sold in premises have no receipts available from supplier.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • *Do not sell baklava on-site until proof provided that it is from an approve source.
      • *Receipt must be available on-site for all products sold in premises.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation:
      • *Possible entry point for pests have not be sealed off.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • *All possible entry points (holes, gaps, etc.) must be covered and pest proofed.
      • *Consult with pest control company.
      • Violation Score: 15
      • 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
      • Observation:
      • *Mixer used for hot sauce was rusty.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • *Ensure equipment/utensil used is suitable for food preparation.
      • *Utensil should not be rusty.
      • Violation Score: 3
17. Routine InspectionDec 6, 2019

    2 infractions

    • 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
      • No chlorine in bucket where wiping cloth is stored.
      • Serving utensils are kept on top of the hot holding lid
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Provide new chlorine solution for storing wiping cloths.
      • Do not mix soap and bleach. Keep soap and water for cleaning in a separate bucket.
      • Wiping cloths to be stored in another bucket with just bleach solution (100 ppm).
      • Store utensils in a clean and sanitized container during busy times (no more than 2 hours).
      • Otherwise rotate utensils so that there are always clean utensils for serving (especially when not busy).
      • Provide multiple tongs and scrapers for rotation.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation:
      • Some rodent droppings observed behind the walk-in cooler (narrow space between cooler and wall).
      • Traps were set up in the area.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Clean up droppings in the area and disinfect with bleach (1:10 dilution).
      • Ensure pest control company is contacted to deal with this issue.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation:
      • There is hole in the wall of the walk-in cooler not properly closed off.
      • Ceiling tile cover missing near the 3-comp sink.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Ensure all possible entry points into the premises are closed off.
      • Contact pest control company to deal with this issue.
      • Replace missing ceiling tile in the back area
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation:
      • Hand sink in the back is not working (issue with plumbing).
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Ensure to get this sink repaired as soon as possible.
      • Front sink is being used (close to the back prep area) at this time.
      • Violation Score: 3
18. Follow-Up InspectionJul 15, 2019

    0 infractions

19. Follow-Up InspectionJul 9, 2019

    1 infraction

    • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: Walk-in cooler is till leaking from the ceiling and dripping onto the cooler floor.
      • Corrective Action(s): Technician had been called in but came only once and said he was busy and will be back. Last follow up was in May and it has been almost two months. Ensure to get this equipment fixed as soon as possible. Keep all foods covered and keep them away from the dripping ceiling and splashes.
      • Violation Score: 15
20. Follow-Up InspectionMay 17, 2019

    0 infractions

21. Routine InspectionMay 14, 2019

    1 infraction

    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Dripping water from the walk-in cooler condenser was creating a pool of water on the floor and splashing.
      • Corrective Action(s): Newly marinated chicken on metal stake was stored in cooler while waiting to be placed in the donair machine. Ensure that the chicken is protected from contamination (i.e. water dripping from condesation of the cooler).
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: Walk-in cooler has heavy condensation and dripping on the floor. Buckets were used to catch water but floor is still pooling with water.
      • Corrective Action(s): Contact refrigeration technician to service the issue. There should be no dripping and pooling of water in the walk-in cooler.
      • Violation Score: 9
22. Routine InspectionMar 8, 2019

    0 infractions

23. Follow-Up InspectionDec 11, 2018

    1 infraction

    • 502 - In operator’s absence, no staff on duty has FOODSAFE Level 1 or equivalent [s. 10(2)]
      • Observation: Staff on duty did not have Food Safe 1 training.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure at least one person on duty per shift has Food Safe 1 training.
      • Violation Score: 1
24. Routine InspectionDec 6, 2018

    2 infractions

    • 206 - Hot potentially hazardous food stored/displayed below 60 °C. [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Rice in rice cooker for hot holding was at 55 deg C. Rice has been in the rice cooker since morning and the cooker was unplugged.
      • Corrective Action(s): Discard rice immediately. Replace with new rice in the back (~80 deg C). Do not unplug cooker to ensure hot holding temperatuare is kept at minimum 60 deg C.
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): No sanitizer solution available.
      • Corrective Action(s): Dilute 100 ppm of bleach solution for keep prep tables in sanitary condition and store wiping cloths in the bleach solution at all times.
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Back prep area paper towel dispenser was empty.
      • Corrective Action(s): Provide constant supply of liquid soap and paper towels at all hand sinks.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Bag for frozen donair cone ripped so it was stored in garbage bag.
      • Corrective Action(s): Do not use garbage bag to store any food items in the freezer. Use only approved food grade bags for storing food items.
      • Violation Score: 3
25. Follow-Up InspectionAug 29, 2018

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): There was no chlorine sanitizer solution available at time of visit.
      • Corrective Action(s): Instructed staff how to dilute bleach to 100 ppm solution for storing wiping cloths.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Skewered tower of chicken donair in a bus pan was stored directly on the walk-in floor.
      • Corrective Action(s): Keep food items off the floor at minimum 6 inches.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 502 - In operator’s absence, no staff on duty has FOODSAFE Level 1 or equivalent [s. 10(2)]
      • Observation: Staff on duty did not have Food Safe 1 training.
      • Corrective Action(s): Staff said he is scheduled to take Food Safe. He is a new hire. Another staff with Food Safe 1 training to come in before lunch rush
      • Violation Score: 1
26. Routine InspectionJul 18, 2018

    1 infraction

    • 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Wiping cloths were found sitting on the counter top. No bleach solution was made.
      • Corrective Action(s): Dilute bleach solution to 100 ppm and store wiping cloths in sanitizing solution.
      • Violation Score: 5
27. Follow-Up InspectionJul 3, 2018

    0 infractions

28. Follow-Up InspectionMay 24, 2018

    0 infractions

29. Follow-Up InspectionMar 21, 2018

    0 infractions

30. Routine InspectionMar 14, 2018

    1 infraction

    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: Front counter too accessible to customers. Food preparation area requires barrier to prevent food contamination.
      • Corrective Action(s): Install glass barrier (sneeze guard) at the front service area. Operator has ordered the glass and already in the premises and just waiting to be installed.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: Soap dispenser in the back area is broken.
      • Corrective Action(s): Replacement dispenser has been ordered and will be re-installed for March 15, 2018. For the mean time, hand sink between the front service and back area is being used.
      • Violation Score: 3
31. Follow-Up InspectionDec 8, 2017

    0 infractions

32. Routine InspectionNov 29, 2017

    2 infractions

    • 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Serving tongs are kept on top of the lid for hot holding and making a greasy mess on the lid. Scoop for rice is kept in a container with water at room temperature.
      • Corrective Action(s): Utensils must be maintained in sanitary condition. Do not keep scoop for rice in stagnant water at room temperature.
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Hand sinks were lacking paper towels in the dispensers.
      • Corrective Action(s): Provide constant supply of liquid soap and paper towels at all hand sink
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Counter tops, hand sink and 3 comp sink were messy and greasy. Floor was dirty and greasy as well. Shelves underneath the cooking requires cleaning
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean all counter tops, sinks and floor thoroughly to remove grease build up.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
      • Observation: Preparation of vegetables are done on top of the freezer. Freezer top is now starting to get worn out.
      • Corrective Action(s): Provide proper stainless steel counter in the back for food preparation.
      • Violation Score: 3
33. Follow-Up InspectionAug 29, 2017

    0 infractions

34. Routine InspectionJul 6, 2017

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): No sanitizer solution was made up at time of inspection.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure there is sanitizer solution in bucket to store wiping cloths and also in spray bottle for sanitizing dining tables. Use 100 ppm of bleach solution.
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Back prep area hand sink had insert container in the hand basin.
      • Corrective Action(s): Do not store anything in this sink or block this sink. It must be accessible at all times.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 502 - In operator’s absence, no staff on duty has FOODSAFE Level 1 or equivalent [s. 10(2)]
      • Observation: Both staff on duty at time of inspection did not have Food Safe 1 training. Manager is not in premises at time of inspection.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure there is at least one staff on duty with Food Safe 1 training.
      • Violation Score: 1