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Garcha Bros Meat Shop & Poultry

10 - 32465 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford · Restaurant

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Inspection summary

Garcha Bros Meat Shop & Poultry has been inspected 8 times by Fraser Health Authority since October 10, 2023. The most recent inspection, on October 1, 2026, found no infractions.

5 of 8 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 3 inspections with 2 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Cleaning and sanitizing, Food source, labelling and allergens and Protecting food from contamination.

The number of infractions per inspection has stayed roughly the same over time.

What these findings mean

Health authorities word their violations differently, so we group them by what they mean for food safety. Higher-risk findings are the ones inspectors treat as critical, because they can directly make someone sick.

  • Cleaning and sanitizingHigher risk

    Anything that touches food, such as cutting boards, dishes and utensils, must be washed, rinsed and sanitized. Inspectors check dishwasher temperatures, sanitizer strength and how wiping cloths are stored. Poor sanitizing lets bacteria survive from one use to the next.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on April 9, 2026. For example: 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]

  • Food source, labelling and allergensHigher risk

    Food must come from approved suppliers, stay in labelled containers and be thrown out when it is spoiled or damaged, such as dented or swollen cans. Labelling matters for allergies: an unlabelled container can hide an allergen.

    Recorded once on July 16, 2025. For example: 208 - Foods obtained from unapproved sources [s. 11]

  • Protecting food from contaminationHigher risk

    This covers how food is stored, prepared and displayed: raw meat kept away from ready-to-eat food, food covered and stored off the floor, and nothing dripping or splashing into it. Cross-contamination from raw to cooked food is a direct route for salmonella and E. coli.

    Recorded once on October 7, 2024. For example: 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]

  • Building, plumbing and upkeepLower risk

    Floors, walls and ceilings must be smooth and clean, with working lighting, ventilation, plumbing, hot and cold water, and washrooms. These are rarely an immediate food-safety risk on their own, but persistent problems can lead to pest or sanitation issues.

    Recorded once on April 9, 2026. For example: 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]

About this data

These results come from Fraser Health Authority, which inspects food premises and other public facilities in this area. We republish the authority's public disclosure data and refresh it regularly; the official record is the final word.

8 inspections

  1. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Used wiping cloth was observed to be stored on counter top.
      • Corrective Action(s): A container of 100-200 ppm chlorine solution was prepared during the inspection. A new wiping cloth was fully submerged in the sanitizer solution. Store all wiping cloths in a sanitizer solution when not in use. Replace cloths and sanitizer solution when visibly soiled to prevent the growth of pathogens.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Food debris was observed on the floor in storage area.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean storage area immediately. Regular cleaning is required to prevent the attraction of pests.
      • Date to be corrected by: Immediately
      • Violation Score: 3
  3. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  4. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 208 - Foods obtained from unapproved sources [s. 11]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Two containers of soup were observed in front display cooler. Operator stated that soups were ordered from their warehouse location which has not yet received approval to produce this product.
      • Corrective Action(s): Discontinue the sale, and receiving of unapproved soups until the district EHO of the warehouse location has granted approval for the production of such products.
      • Violation Score: 3
  5. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  6. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  7. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Staff stated dishes were not being sanitized.
      • Corrective Action(s): Discussed with staff proper manual dishwashing steps for the 3 comaprtment sink during inspection. Staff set up the 3 compartment sink during inspection. Sanitizing sink measured at 100ppm. Follow the posted 3 compartment sink sign.
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 402 - Employee does not wash hands properly or at adequate frequency [s. 21(3)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): (1) Staff observed washing hands with gloves on.
      • (2) Towel observed above paper towel dispenser. Staff indicated it was for drying hands.
      • Corrective Action(s): (1) Gloves were discarded and hands properly washed during inspection. Gloves are single use and should never be washed. **Educate staff on proper handwashing and glove etiquette.**
      • (2) Towel removed during inspection. Do not use hanging towel to dry hands. Hands must be dried using single use paper towels.
      • **Educate staff on proper handwashing**
      • Violation Score: 15
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: UV fly trap and sticky insect board observed above food preparation table.
      • Corrective Action(s): Re-locate UV fly trap and stick insect board away from food preparation areas and food storage areas to prevent contamination of insect fragments.
      • Correct by: Immediately
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 502 - In operator’s absence, no staff on duty has FOODSAFE Level 1 or equivalent [s. 10(2)]
      • Observation: No staff on duty were able to produce FOODSAFE level 1 certificate.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure at least 1 staff on-duty is FOODSAFE certified. Certificate(s) to be available on-site.
      • Correct by: October 23, 2024
      • Violation Score: 1
  8. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

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