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Earl's Restaurant (Station Square)

6070 Silver Dr, Burnaby · Restaurant

18 inspections

  1. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  3. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
      • - Observed two prepped sushi rolls stored in room temperature without being time tracked.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • - Staff stated that they were prepared 2 hours ago, but the timer was not initiated. Ensure to use the timer for time tracking. Item discarded at the time of inspection.
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation:
      • - Pizza prep cooler observed with mouldy surface inside.
      • - Small ice machine observed with debris build up in the interior surface (panel + lid).
      • - Large ice machine has dusty filter cover.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • - Deep clean the cooler after taking out all food items. Sanitize all surfaces.
      • - Clean & sanitize the small ice machine.
      • - Clean or replace the filter covers of the large ice machine.
      • Date to be corrected by: Today
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
      • - No chlorine read from the rinse water of the low temperature dishwasher.
      • - All the QUAT sanitizer solutions inside the spray bottles were 0 ppm.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • - Log was available that indicated 200ppm chlorine reading from this morning. Maintenance company techinician was called at the time of inspection. There was no chlorine coming out from the tube due to the tube being folded inside the sanitizer bucket. After the tube was realigned, the final rinse had 50ppm chlorine.
      • - All spray bottles replenished with fresh QUAT sanitizer solution that measured at 200ppm.
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
      • - No paper towels available in the women's staff washroom.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • - Paper towels were replenished at the time of inspection.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation:
      • - Live cockroach captures and rodent droppings observed inside the electrical box located inside the kitchen.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • - It appears that the pest activity is localized in this area. Consult with the pest control company to have treatment done in this area.
      • Date to be corrected by: Aug 27, 2025
      • Violation Score: 9
  4. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation:
      • - Area where there is an open ceiling was identified from the electrical cabinet located across from the sushi station.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • - Staff commented that this is where most rodent captures are found, and it is very likely that the rodents enter the kitchen from the ceiling. To prevent the rodent entry, ensure there is an appropriate ceiling panel set up in the area.
      • Date to be corrected by: 2 months
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation:
      • - Observed one dead cockroach and coffee grounds inside the cabinet underneath the coffee bar handsink.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • - This area was cleaned at the time of inspection. Ensure this area gets monitored / cleaned on regular basis.
      • Violation Score: 3
  5. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
      • - QUAT sanitizer in a spray bottle had no QUAT detected in the solution. It appeared a different cleaner was inside the bottle.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • - Ensure QUAT solution is used for the sanitizer bottles. This bottle was refilled with fresh QUAT solution that measured 200ppm.
      • Violation Score: 5
  6. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  7. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 204 - Food not cooked or reheated in a manner that makes it safe to eat [s. 14(1)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
      • - Observed clam chowder being heated up in the warmer unit; measured at 43C. Staff stated they microwave the soup before serving until it gets hotter.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • - Ensure reheating is done to ensure internal temperature of 74C or above is reached before transferring any food item to warmer units. Warmer units should not be used to heat up the food; they should be used to maintain the hot foods at 60C or above.
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
      • - Orange juicer machine observed with dried up pulp & seeds inside. There are dried up food debris in the top unit where the oranges are stored & rolled into the juicing unit.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • - Ensure all debris are removed. All units to be properly washed & sanitized.
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation:
      • - Cold water not available by the bar handsink.
      • - Righmost handsink by the hot kitchen had blocked access due to a large tray.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • - Right pedal for cold water is gone. Install the right foot pedal that initiates cold water.
      • - Ensure the area in front of handsinks are cleared to allow eaiser access to handwashing stations.
      • Date to be corrected by: Dec 1, 2023
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation:
      • - One cockroach sited in the dishwashing area.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • - There is no cockroach control measure in place. Ensure to add cockroach control program. There should be insect monitor traps installed throughout the facility, including the outside storage unit. Premises have biweekly service by ORKIN. Ensure to follow all recommendations set out by the professional pest control company regarding sanitation and structural concerns.
      • Date to be corrected by: Dec 1, 2023
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation:
      • - Debris observed on top of dishwasher exterior unit, by the side doors.
      • - Scale build up observed on the cover (interior) of both ice machines. Smaller ice machine has scale build up on the interior panel as well.
      • - Fan covers of both ice machines observed with dust build up.
      • - Red dolly storing large metal trays (by the dishwasher area) observed with food debris.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • - Ensure areas noted above are cleaned. Ice machine interior must be sanitized after cleaning.
      • Date to be corrected by: This week.
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation:
      • - Dishwashing area pre-cleansing sink is leaking (left front corner). The sprayer nozzle is also leaking and does not fully turn off.
      • - Right foot pedal is gone for the bar handsink (in the middle). No cold water supply available because the right pedal cannot be operated.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • - Seal the gap in the pre-cleansing sink.
      • - Replace the sprayer unit.
      • - Install right foot pedal.
      • Date to be corrected by: Dec 1, 2023
      • Violation Score: 3
  8. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  9. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation:
      • 1.) Meat derbis was observed on the meat slicer.
      • 2.) Filth accumulation was observed in both ice machine at the back of house.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • 1.) Disassemble meat slicer and clean and sanitize (Correted during inspection)
      • 2.) Turn off the ice machine, empty all ice out, and clean and sanitize areas with filth accumulation.(Date to be corrected: May 4th, 2023)
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation:
      • 1.) Dried up meat derbis was observed on the meat slicer.
      • 2.) No iodine detected from the rinse water in the glasswasher at the bar station.
      • 3.) 2 QUAT sanitizer spray bottle had no detectable QUATs (0 ppm) in front of house and back of house.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • 1.) Disassemble and clean and sanitize the meat slicer. (Corrected during the inspection)
      • 2.) Replenish sanitizer spray bottles with fresh QUATs. (Corrected during the inspection)
      • 3.) Wash all glasswares in the low-temperature dishwasher until the glasswashers repaired (Date to be corrected: May 4th, 2023)
      • Violation Score: 15
      • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
      • 1.) No paper towels in the handsink station near the cook line (left side).
      • 2.) Handsink at the bar station (right side) was obstructed with trays.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • 1.) Supply paper towel on the handsink noted above. Ensure all handsink stations are adequately supplied with paper towels, liquid hand soap,and running hot&cold water at all times.
      • 2.) Remove the trays to make the handsink accessible. Ensure all handsink stations are not obstructed at all times.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
      • Staff water bottle was observed in direct contact with tofu inside the prep cooler in front of house
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Remove staff water bottle and discard tofus.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation:
      • Mouse droppings were observed at the bottom of the shelves and corner of the room in the storage area outside the restaurant.
      • **Notes: Recent pest control report (April 5th, 2023) noted mice activity at the bar station. Ensure to follow pest control company's recommendations regarding general sanitation of the premises.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Clean and sanitize droppings in the area noted above. (May 9th, 2023)
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation:
      • Storage area outside the restaurant had significant clutter and items were stored on the ground. Severe filth accumulation was observed underneath the two upright 2-door freezers.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Clean the area and organize all items; ensure to keep all items at least 6 inches above the ground to aid in cleaning and pest monitoring. (Date to be corrected: May 19th, 2023)
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation:
      • 1.) QUAT dispenser at the 2 compartment sink measured 0 ppm.
      • 2.) Glasswasher had no detectable iodine residue on the glass surface (0 ppm).
      • 3.) Liquid soap dispenser in the handsink at the bar station (right side) was not working.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • 1-3) Repair all the equipment noted above. (Date to be corrected: May 4th, 2023)
      • Violation Score: 9
  10. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  11. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): - Two trays of premade sushi rolls/sushi left at room temperature without proper time monitoring or time stamps. This is a repeat violation.
      • - Garlic butter stored at room temperature without proper time monitoring or time stamps.
      • Corrective Action(s): Discard the two trays of sushi rolls/sushi. Ensure to either monitor the time with timer or time stamps. Please follow your approved Food Safety Plan regarding time monitoring of food items stored at room temperature.
      • Violation Score: 15
      • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): - Multiple dispensers at handwash stations (kitchen/bar) labeled as "hand soap" stocked with hand sanitizer.
      • - Far left handwash station (facing kitchen, beside the sushi station) made inaccessible.
      • - Handwash station at the sushi bar missing paper towels inside the dispenser.
      • Corrective Action(s): Stock all designated handwash stations with liquid hand soap, paper towels and make them easily accessible, free of any obstacles.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 104 - Permit not posted in a conspicuous location [s. 8(7)]
      • Observation: Operating Certificate is not posted.
      • Corrective Action(s): Please order a replacement of Operating Permit from our billing department. Once the Operating Permit arrives, post in a conspicuous area with a valid decal.
      • Violation Score: 1
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: Hand soap dispenser is broken at the far left handwash station (facing kitchen, near entrance of kitchen).
      • Corrective Action(s): Install new hand soap dispenser at the noted handwash station.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 309 - Chemicals, cleansers, & similar agents stored or labeled improperly [s. 27]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Multiple dispensers at handwash stations labeled as "hand soap" stocked with hand sanitizer.
      • Corrective Action(s): Restock all dispensers with hand soap.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 502 - In operator’s absence, no staff on duty has FOODSAFE Level 1 or equivalent [s. 10(2)]
      • Observation: Unable to verify FOODSAFE level 1 or equivalent of staff on duty.
      • Corrective Action(s): Print all FOODSAFE level 1 or equivalent and keep on site for review by the health inspector.
      • Violation Score: 1
  12. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Premade sushi rolls stored at room temperature without proper time stamping.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 104 - Permit not posted in a conspicuous location [s. 8(7)]
      • Observation: Operating Permit not posted.
      • Corrective Action(s): Immediately post the Operating Permit with a valid decal at the front in a conspicuous area. Contact the billing department at 604-918-7507.
      • Violation Score: 1
      • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Cockroach observed in the back, near the two ice machines. Manager stated that they are aware of the issue and has called a third party pest control for control measures.
      • Corrective Action(s): Submit the pest control inspection reports after the control measures have been conducted. Submit the last two pest control inspection reports.
      • Violation Score: 3
  13. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  14. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 1.) Sanitizer a the main bar measured 0ppm QUAT sanitizer concentration.
      • 2.) Missing sanitizer at the food prep line at the front of the kitchen.
      • Corrective Action(s): Provide sanitizer at min 200ppm QUAT concentration at all food prep areas and bar to frequently and adequately sanitize food contact surfaces. Sanitizers must be stored where cook/chef can easily have access to them during food preparation.
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): The hand soap dispenser is missing at the main handwashing station at the bar.
      • Corrective Action(s): Immediately provide a hand soap with a proper dispenser to allow staff to wash their hands.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 103 - Failure to hold a valid permit while operating a food service establishment [s. 8(1)]
      • Observation: The decal on the Operating Permit is expired.
      • Corrective Action(s): Immediately post a valid decal on the Operating Permit and post in a conspicuous area for the public.
      • Violation Score: 1
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: One of the drawers of the undercounter cooler at the bar is broken. No PHFs stored inside the cooler at the time of the inspection.
      • Corrective Action(s): Repair the broken drawer. Do not store any PHFs inside the cooler as this cannot maintain adequate temperature.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 309 - Chemicals, cleansers, & similar agents stored or labeled improperly [s. 27]
      • Observation: Unlabeled chemical bottles stored at the prep line and at the bar.
      • Corrective Action(s): Properly label all chemical bottles to prevent accidental and/or misuse on food.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 502 - In operator’s absence, no staff on duty has FOODSAFE Level 1 or equivalent [s. 10(2)]
      • Observation: Unable to verify FOODSAFE certificates of staff.
      • Corrective Action(s): Keep copies of ALL FOODSAFE certificates on site for review by the health inspector. This will be verified during the next follow up inspection.
      • Violation Score: 1
  15. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  16. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Noted the deli slicer (vegetable) was not cleaned immediately after use. Breakdown all parts and clean thoroughly after each use.
      • Corrective Action(s): Cleaned during inspection.
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Dishwasher @ 0ppm Cl detected. Noted the sanitizer container was empty.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure to check the sanitizer level everyday. The sani log was available; however, the log was not recorded for today, November 28. 2019. New sanitizer container was connected during inspection.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: The drink walk in cooler: noted debris and limes on the floor underneath the shelvings.
      • Corrective Action(s): Sweep and swipe the area. Today.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: The dishwasher booster was not functioning properly.
      • Corrective Action(s): Repair the unit immediately.
      • Violation Score: 9
  17. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  18. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 1) 3rd compartment sink quat sanitizer measured 100 ppm.
      • 2) One sanitizer bottle concentration measured 100ppm.
      • 3) Wiping cloths stored on the table. These need to be stored in sanitizer solution to prevent microbial growth.
      • Corrective Action(s): 1) Refill 3rd compartment sink with 200ppm quat sanitizer and check frequently to ensure concentration maintains at 200ppm.
      • 2) Refill all sanitizer bottles to maintain 200ppm quat sanitizer.
      • 3) Store wipin cloths in 200 ppm sanitizer solution. Ensure these buckets maintain 200ppm quat sanitizer.
      • Date to be corrected: today
      • Violation Score: 15
      • 402 - Employee does not wash hands properly or at adequate frequency [s. 21(3)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Cook line staff observed not washing hands at the correct frequency. Hands must be washed after any source of contamination.
      • Corrective Action(s): Review with line staff and bar staff to wash hands after any source of contamination. Date to be corrected: immediately
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: Scoops for ice and dry flour were found to have their handles in contact with the food product. Dry flour scoops were bowls and had no handles. These are not accepted practices.
      • Corrective Action(s): 1) Obtain scoops with proper handles to avoid contamination with food product when scooping
      • 2) Ensure ice scoop handles do not come into contact with the ice - corrected during inspection
      • Date to be corrected: today
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: 1) Minor spill in the keg cooler underneath the shelves in the back corner
      • 2) Water spill on the floor by the ice machine. This will become a breeding ground for pests.
      • Corrective Action(s): 1) Clean up drink spill in the keg cooler
      • 2) Ensure the floors are maintained to be dry as possible to prevent fly breeding
      • Date to be corrected: today
      • Violation Score: 3