Gisa Sikdang

A - 2579 Lougheed Hwy, Port Coquitlam · Restaurant

2 inspections

1. Routine InspectionJul 22, 2026

   2 infractions

   • 203 - Food not cooled in an acceptable manner [s. 12(a)]
     • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
     • - Kimchi soup was being cooled at room temperature.
     • Corrective Action(s):
     • - Staff discarded the kimchi soup.
     • - Please follow one or more of the proper cooling methods:
     • i) inside the cooler,
     • ii) ice wand,
     • iii) in ice bath,
     • iv) portion into smaller, shallow pans/containers.
     • - Foods must be rapidly cooled from 60C to 20C within 2 hours and 20C to 4C within the next 4 hours.
     • Violation Score: 5
     • 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
     • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
     • - The internal temperature of the following food items measured at above 4C:
     • (Kitchen)
     • >> A large stainless steel bowl of kimchi soup (37C); more than 2 hours
     • >> Deep-fried chicken (19C); less than 1 hour
     • >> Boiled chicken (18C); less than 1 hour
     • (Front service area at the buffet self serve cooler)
     • >> Spicy clam side dish (15C); less than 1 hour
     • >> Creamy fruit salad (13C); less than 1 hour
     • >> Kimbab (13C); less than 1 hour
     • >> Tofu and grilled kimchi (13C); less than 1 hour
     • Corrective Action(s):
     • - Staff discarded the kimchi soup.
     • - Other food items were transferred into another cooler which measures at below 4C.
     • - Foods in the self-service buffet cooler were observed above 4C at the insert level due to elevated ambient temperatures within the facility during hot weather. The owner also indicated that food items in the cooler are replaced every 2 hours and any remaining food is discarded.
     • - Begin recording the time food is replaced in the self-service cooler and its temperature before placement.
     • - If time-tracking records are not available at the next routine inspection, the use of the 2-hour time control may not be permitted.
     • - Do not overfill the food inserts.
     • Violation Score: 5
     • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
     • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
     • 1. The handwashing station beside the ice machine was blocked by a cart and spray bottles were observed stored inside the hand sink.
     • 2. The liquid hand soap dispenser was not dispensing soap.
     • Corrective Action(s):
     • 1. The cart and spray bottles were removed from the hand sink to ensure the handwashing station remain easily accessible at all times.
     • 2. Another working hand soap pump dispenser was placed at the hand sink.
     • Violation Score: 5
   • 210 - Food not thawed in an acceptable manner [s. 14(2)]
     • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
     • - Frozen beef broth was being thawed at room temperature.
     • Corrective Action(s):
     • - Staff placed the partially thawed broth in a pot to cook during the inspection.
     • - Please follow one of the proper thawing methods:
     • i) inside the cooler,
     • ii) under the cold running water.
     • Violation Score: 1
     • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
     • Observation:
     • - Small amount of mouse droppings observed at the entrance of the staff washroom next to the freezer #6.
     • Corrective Action(s):
     • - Remove the droppings and disinfect the affected areas with bleach.
     • ***Date to be corrected by: today***
     • Violation Score: 3
     • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
     • Observation:
     • - A gap observed underneath the back door.
     • Corrective Action(s):
     • - Replace the door sweep.
     • ***Date to be corrected by: as soon as possible***
     • Violation Score: 3
     • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
     • Observation:
     • 1. Walk-in cooler measured at 11C.
     • 2. 3-door prep cooler by the cookline measured at 14C.
     • 3. The back of the work table located on the left side of the dishwasher was coming off from the wall.
     • Corrective Action(s):
     • 1&2. Technician repaired the coolers during the inspection. Coolers measured at below 4C.
     • 3. Ensure the work table is securely attached to the wall.
     • ***Date to be corrected by: as soon as possible***
     • Violation Score: 9
2. Routine InspectionJan 28, 2026

   1 infraction

   • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
     • Observation: Back screen door has a hole present on the lower right corner large enough to possibly allow mice entry
     • Corrective Action(s): Repair this area of the door to ensure it's not an entry point for rodents. Date to be corrected by: January 31, 2026
     • Violation Score: 3