Earl's Chilliwack

45543 Luckakuck Way, Chilliwack · Restaurant

28 inspections

Follow-Up InspectionMar 31, 2026
0 infractions
Follow-Up InspectionMar 27, 2026
2 infractions
- 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Bar glass washer sanitizer not detected at the plate at the time of inspection. Glasses and utensils washed in this unit are contaminated and need to be washed and sanitized again.
  - Corrective Action(s): Ensure glasswasher has adequate sanitizer during final rinse cycle at the plate. 50 to 100 ppm Chlorine is required at the plate for this unit.
  - 1. For all glassware and utensil used at this station, rewash and sanitize at working main dishwasher with adequate sanitizer.
  - 2. Monitor unit for adequate sanitizer levels before every shift. Do not use unit if it is not working. Keep log of sanitizer levels.
  - Unit was repaired at the time of inspection and 100 ppm Chlorine was detected.
  - Violation Score: 25
- 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Glass washer not sanitizing at 50 ppm Chlorine at the plate or above at the time of inspection. 3 attempts to test for sanitizer showed zero Chlorine residue. Repair required.
  - Corrective Action(s): Ensure bar glass washer can adequately sanitize before using. 50 to 100 ppm Chlorine at the plate is required. Operator repaired unit at the time of inspection. If this unit is prone to failing, a working glass washer is required.
  - Violation Score: 3
Follow-Up InspectionMar 23, 2026
0 infractions
Routine InspectionMar 6, 2026
1 infraction
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
  - Observation: Food not protected from contamination:
  - Observations:
  - 1. Observed dust accumulated on the ceiling above food prep area. This can result in physical contamination.
  - 2. QUATS measured at more than 400ppm. QUATs sanitizer used for food contact surfaces.
  - Corrective Action(s): 1. Ensure ceiling is free of dust and temporarily use different area for food prel.
  - 2. QUATS sanitizer solution diluted during inspeciton and measured between 200 - 400 ppm. Operator to call EcoLab for maintenance for the QUATs dispenser.
  - To be corrected within 1 week.
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: Food Premises not maintained in a sanitary condition.
  - Floor underneath the tables/racks/behind oven and abare are observed to have debris.
  - Observed oil and greas accumulated near oven, inside the kitchen.
  - Corrective Action(s): Deep cleaning is required to maintain sanitary conditions.
  - To be corrected within 1 month.
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 315 - Refrigeration units and hot holding equipment lack accurate thermometers [s. 19(2)]
  - Observation: Refrigeration units and hot holding equipment lack accurate thermometers.
  - Coolers and freezers inside the kitchen missing a thermometer.
  - Corrective Action(s): Ensure a thermometer is placed inside all the coolers and freezers.
  - To be corrected within 2 weeks.
  - Violation Score: 1
Follow-Up InspectionNov 17, 2025
0 infractions
Routine InspectionNov 15, 2025
1 infraction
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
  - Observation: Observed grey, black debris of dust on the walk-in cooler fans. Trays of cooked, ready-to-eat foods (ie. shrimp) in the cooler without covers.
  - Corrective Action(s): Clean the fans. Ensure all foods are covered. To be corrected within 3 days.
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionMar 6, 2025
0 infractions
Follow-Up InspectionOct 9, 2024
1 infraction
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: Sanitation of bar area has been improved, however deep clean is still reuqired
  - Corrective Action(s): Please pull out all the equipment and shelving and scrap out the accumulated grime (Date to be corrected by: October 23, 2024)
  - Violation Score: 3
Follow-Up InspectionSep 25, 2024
2 infractions
- 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Glasswasher measures 0ppm chlorine.
  - Observed container of sanitizer was very low. Manager swapped to a new container. Still no sanitizer after a few runs.
  - Corrective Action(s): Please have a techincian service the glasswasher.
  - Staff needs to be testing both dishwasher and glasswasher every morning before facility is open to public.
  - Please wash and sanitize glasses in the kitchen dishwasher at time being, until techincian services the glasswasher and can sanitize at 50ppm chlorine.
  - Violation Score: 15
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
  - Observation: Ice machine still observed to have mildew growth on the flap inside of the machine.
  - Corrective Action(s): Please empty, clean, and sanitize the machine. Please do not forget the inside of the door and the seam area.
  - Please deep clean immediately.
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
  - Observation: Syrup and grime build up observed in the bar floor area. Flies have been noticed in the bar area.
  - Corrective Action(s): Please deep clean and sanitize the bar area before it becomes a fly infestation.
  - To be completed by: Tomorrow.
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: Excessive grime and syrup build up in the bar area on the floor/corner areas.
  - Corrective Action(s): Please pull out all the equipment and shelving and scrap out the accumulated grime. Please deep clean the bar.
  - To be completed by: Tomorrow.
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
  - Observation: Glasswasher not sanitizing.
  - Corrective Action(s): Please have technician service the glasswasher to sanitize at 50ppm.
  - To be corrected by: Sept 28, 2024
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionSep 12, 2024
2 infractions
- 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 1. Glasswasher at bar area sanitizing at 0ppm.
  - 2. Sanitizer in red buckets measure 0ppm, refreshed and at 50ppm. Container of sanitizer by dispenser was empty.
  - Once container is replaced, dispenser measure 200ppm QUAT. Buckets all replaced.
  - Corrective Action(s): Please routinely test sanitizer for both the dishwasher and the QUAT dispensers.
  - They should be checked and logged DAILY.
  - Please acquire test strips from supplier if test strips are needed.
  - Violation Score: 25
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
  - Observation: 1. Double stacking of containers observed at the insert level of the prep cooler. Metal containers on top of other inserts when prep cooler does not have enough space for another insert.
  - 2. Ice machine observed to have mold growth on the lip of the inner compartment.
  - 3. Pipes observed in the ice bins in the bar area appear to have mold and grime on it.
  - 4. Knife rack box attached to the two ends of the prep table observed to have some minor grease accumulation.
  - Corrective Action(s): 1.Do not double stack containers of another at insert level of prep cooler as it can leads to improper cold holding.
  - To be completed by: Today.
  - 2. Please empty, clean, and sanitize the ice machine thoroughly.
  - To be completed by: Sept 14, 2024
  - 3. Please deep clean the pipes in and around the ice bins in the bar area. Please ensure these pipes are kept clean since they are around ice that is meant for consumption.
  - To be completed by: Sept 14, 2024
  - 4. Please ensure knife rack box are kept in a sanitary manner as clean knifes are being stored here. Please routinely take it apart, clean, and sanitize.
  - To be completed by: Today.
  - Violation Score: 15
  - 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: 1. Floor underneath the tables/sinks/shelving at the bar area observed to be sticky and covered in dry syrups/debris.
  - 2. Floor underneath shelving in the main kitchen also observe to have debris.
  - 3. Grease and grime accumulation observed along the cookline. The underside of the shelving units hanging over the grills/stoves. Drip marks can be observed by the ventilation hood.
  - 4. Dried splatters observed on the surfaces by the mixer.
  - 5. High touch surfaces (cooler/freezer handles, dishwasher handles, trolly handles) etc, observed to be sticky.
  - Corrective Action(s): Please deep clean the kitchen and ensure grease and grime accumulation are removed.
  - Please ensure kitchen is maintained at a level of sanitation. Daily splatters and grime is understandable, but DO NOT let it accumulate.
  - To be completed by: Sept 17, 2024
  - Violation Score: 9
  - 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
  - Observation: Glasswasher in the bar measure 0ppm chlorine.
  - Corrective Action(s): Please have techician service the glasswasher to sanitize at 50-100ppm chlorine.
  - To be completed by: Sept 17, 2024
  - Violation Score: 9
Follow-Up InspectionFeb 13, 2024
0 infractions
Routine InspectionFeb 5, 2024
1 infraction
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: Food debris observed under counter, shelves, bar area within some drawers, in the walk-in cooler.
  - Corrective Action(s): Clean the area. To be corrected by 12-Feb-2024.
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionMay 10, 2023
2 infractions
- 204 - Food not cooked or reheated in a manner that makes it safe to eat [s. 14(1)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Soup observed to be 45C in the hot holding unit.
  - Corrective Action(s): Please remember to reheat soup to 74C then place in hot hold unit. Staff reheated soup pass 74C and then place in hot holding.
  - Violation Score: 5
  - 206 - Hot potentially hazardous food stored/displayed below 60 °C. [s. 14(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Soup observed hot held at 45C.
  - Soup must be hot held at 60C and above.
  - Corrective Action(s): Staff reheated the soup and now hot holding at 60C and above.
  - Violation Score: 5
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: Accumlation of food debris observed underneath shelving/equipment and along floor/wall joints and corners.
  - Floor along the kitchen also observed to be very wet with pooling water by the ice machine and dishpit area.
  - Corrective Action(s): Please deep clean the kitchen and have staff mop up excess water. To be corrected by: May 12, 2023
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionDec 15, 2022
1 infraction
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Plastic containers used as dry food scoops.
  - Corrective Action(s): Use durable scoops with handles for this purpose to avoid potential contamination of food.
  - Violation Score: 3
Follow-Up InspectionMay 6, 2022
0 infractions
Routine InspectionApr 27, 2022
2 infractions
- 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Some perishable food items (cheese, bacon) were stored at approximately 8.4°C at the right-most line cooler (top section only)
  - Corrective Action(s): Operator moved the perishable food items to another cooler capable of maintaining 4°C. A technician was called during the inspection to service the cooler.
  - Violation Score: 5
  - 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Several buckets and spray bottles of Quat sanitizer measured less than 50 ppm.
  - Corrective Action(s): Ensure sanitizer is refreshed regularly to maintain the concentration at 200 ppm.
  - Violation Score: 5
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
  - Observation: Clear plastic containers were being used as bulk food scoops.
  - Corrective Action(s): Use purpose-built scoops for bulk food.
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 309 - Chemicals, cleansers, & similar agents stored or labeled improperly [s. 27]
  - Observation: Spray bottles labelled "Sink and Surface Cleaner Sanitizer" were used for Quat sanitizer.
  - Corrective Action(s): Replace labels so they accurately reflect the contents inside the spray bottle.
  - Violation Score: 3
Follow-Up InspectionSep 24, 2021
0 infractions
Routine InspectionSep 20, 2021
2 infractions
- 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Walk-in cooler ambient temperature at 6 - 7°C
  - -Food probed. Raw meat 7°C, milk/cream 8°C. Tub of garlic past 7.5°C, jug of brine 8.5°C.
  - Corrective Action(s): All perishable foods (meats, milk, seafood) have either been moved to other working coolers or put on ice.
  - Violation Score: 15
  - 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 1. Buckets of Quat sanitizer measured less than 50ppm.
  - 2. Spray bottle of Ecolab Sink & Surface cleaner sanitizer observed to be too high in concentration.
  - Corrective Action(s): 1. All buckets are changed and sanitizer measured at 200ppm.
  - 2. Spray bottle switched to Quat sanitizer until dispenser is adjusted.
  - Violation Score: 25
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
  - Observation: Ice machine observed to have mold growth.
  - Corrective Action(s): Please clean and sanitize ice machine. To be corrected by 24-Sept-2021.
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 210 - Food not thawed in an acceptable manner [s. 14(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Frozen shrimp observed to be defrosting at room temperature.
  - Corrective Action(s): Frozen shrimp moved back into cooler to defrost.
  - Violation Score: 1
  - 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
  - Observation: Walk-in cooler ambient temperature at 6 - 7°C.
  - Corrective Action(s): Please service walk-in cooler to maintain 4°C or below. To be corrected by 24-Sept-2021.
  - Violation Score: 9
Routine InspectionMar 3, 2021
0 infractions
Routine InspectionAug 18, 2020
1 infraction
- 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Several Quat sanitizer buckets measured 50 ppm.
  - Corrective Action(s): Replace buckets with fresh Quat sanitizer. Ensure wiping cloths are wrung dry to avoid diluting the new sanitizer.
  - Violation Score: 5
Routine InspectionFeb 13, 2020
0 infractions
Follow-Up InspectionAug 19, 2019
0 infractions
Routine InspectionAug 14, 2019
2 infractions
- 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
  - Observation: Hand sink at the end of prep line by cooking equipment does not have hot water
  - Corrective Action(s): Restore hot water at hand sink by follow up inspection
  - Violation Score: 5
- 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
  - Observation: Observed mice droppings at corner prep area in front of walk-in cooler and the bar
  - Corrective Action(s): Discussed pest control program with staff. Pest control contract is in place
  - - Provide past reports to inspector
  - Discussed sanitation procedures for closing and opening. It is critical to wash and sanitize all prep surfaces prior to operating each day.
  - Staff stated they believe the pest issue has been addressed. However, due to remaining droppings:
  - 1. A thorough cleaning is to be completed of the kitchen and bar - pay attention to storage areas, shelves, between wheels of racks, hard to reach areas, etc.
  - 2. Have pest control operator complete a follow up visit prior to Health Inspection on August 19, 2019
  - 3. Be vigiliant in montoring for signs of pest activity - take note in a log of any new activity
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: Observed general food debris build-up under, inbetween and behind equipment, shelves coolers and at hard to reach areas
  - Corrective Action(s): Ensure a thorough cleaning and sanitizing is completed of the entire kitchen. Recommend calling in additional staff in for the next few days to assist with cleaning.
  - Violation Score: 3
Follow-Up InspectionMar 8, 2019
0 infractions
Routine InspectionMar 5, 2019
2 infractions
- 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
  - Observation: Glasswasher tested at 0ppm Cl
  - Corrective Action(s): 1. After priming, glasswasher reached 10-25ppm Cl. Do not use glasswasher until it can maintain a 50ppm Cl residual.
  - 2. All glasses washed in glasswasher are to be taken back to dishwasher to be re-washed and sanitized.
  - 3. In the interim, glasses from bar are to be taken back to dishwasher for washing & sanitizing.
  - 4. Ensure a glasswasher log is maintained at the bar - test unit daily using chlorine test strips to verify a minimum 50 ppm Cl residual
  - Violation Score: 5
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: Cleaning required at the following:
  - Corrective Action(s): 1. Exterior of dishwasher and dishpit
  - 2. Exterior of glasswasher
  - 3. Cooler housing glassware at bar
  - 4. Cooler fan housing at prep cooler to remove food debris
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
  - Observation: Tiles broken under pasta boiler
  - Corrective Action(s): Replace broken tiles or use another material that provides a smooth, easily cleanable and impermeable surface.
  - This is to be completed by the next routine inspection
  - Violation Score: 1
Routine InspectionJul 19, 2018
2 infractions
- 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Glasswasher chlorine concentration was measured to be 10 ppm. After the sanitizer was primed, the chlorine concentration was measured to be 50 ppm.
  - Corrective Action(s): Ensure testing of the glasswasher is done regularly to ensure that chlorine concentration is adequate (50 ppm).
  - Violation Score: 5
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Containers of chopped vegetables were stacked on top of each other without covers or lids.
  - Corrective Action(s): Do not stack containers of food without using covers or lids. Date to be completed by: Immediately
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionJan 15, 2018
0 infractions
Routine InspectionJul 6, 2017
2 infractions
- 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Quats dispenser at 0ppm in dishpit. Observed several air gaps and bottle was quite low
  - Several sani-buckets tested at 50-0ppm Quats due to dispenser being low.
  - Corrective Action(s): Bottle changed at time of inspection and now the line is fully saturated. At 200ppm at time of inspection.
  - Sani buckets throughout changed at time of inspection
  - Violation Score: 5
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: Cleaning to be improved in the following areas:
  - Corrective Action(s): 1. Knife racks - including single paring knife storage on walls
  - 2. Inside cooler as indicated - observed food debris collecting ontop of cooler fan
  - 3. Around casters/wheels of equipment and racks
  - 4. Dishwasher's exterior - especially on top
  - 5. Underneath, inbetween and behind all equipment and counters - especially at cook line.
  - 6. At ice machine - ensure extra equipment are stored elsewhere, not on ice machine
  - Violation Score: 3