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GLITTER BEAN CAFE

5896 SPRING GARDEN, HALIFAX · Food Establishment

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Inspection summary

GLITTER BEAN CAFE has been inspected 5 times by Nova Scotia Environment and Climate Change (Food Safety Program) since November 3, 2023. The most recent inspection, on August 24, 2026, recorded 13 infractions.

2 of 5 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there was 1 inspection with 13 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Cleaning and sanitizing, Pests and Protecting food from contamination.

Recent inspections have recorded more infractions than earlier ones, so it is worth reading the latest reports closely.

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 6 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on August 24, 2026. For example: 19(1)(b) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following: (b) that operations are carried out in an area of the food establishment that is sanitized and appropriate to the operation;

  • PestsHigher risk

    Signs of mice, rats, cockroaches or flies, or gaps and clutter that let them get in or hide. Pests carry bacteria and can contaminate food and surfaces, so evidence of activity is treated seriously and usually triggers a follow-up visit.

    Recorded 4 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on August 24, 2026. For example: 19(1)(e) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following: (e) that there is effective protection to prevent the access and sheltering of insects, rodents and other pests.

  • 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 2 times on August 24, 2026. For example: 19(1)(a) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following: (a) that the risk of contaminating the food is minimized;

  • Handwashing and staff hygieneHigher risk

    Hands are the main way germs like norovirus move from people to food. Inspectors look for stocked, accessible handwashing sinks, staff washing hands when required, hair restraints, and sick employees being kept away from food. Gaps here can spread illness quickly.

    Recorded once on August 24, 2026. For example: 19(2)(b) A food establishment must provide all of the following in accordance with applicable legislation or as considered acceptable by the Administrator: (b) adequately designed and appropriately located hand-washing facilities;

  • 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 August 24, 2026. For example: 47(1)(a) An operator must ensure that all food in the food establishment is (a) labelled and identified as being from a source that is subject to inspection; or

About this data

These results come from Nova Scotia Environment and Climate Change (Food Safety Program), 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.

5 inspections

  1. Inspection

    13 infractions

    • 19(1)(a) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following: (a) that the risk of contaminating the food is minimized;
      • In accordance with Section 2.3 and Section 2.4.2 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must keep all floors, walls and ceilings in food preparation, processing and storage areas in good repair. In accordance with Section 2.9 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must protect all food items from contamination such as water leakage, pest infestation or any other unsanitary condition. Ensure the basement food preparation area is in good upkeep and is protected from contaminants present in the basement.
    • 19(1)(b) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following:  (b) that operations are carried out in an area of the food establishment that is sanitized and appropriate to the operation;
      • In accordance with Section 2.3 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must keep all floors, walls and ceilings in food preparation, processing and storage areas in good repair. Address the mold present on the basement ceiling. Ensure the ceiling is in good upkeep.
    • 19(1)(e) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following: (e) that there is effective protection to prevent the access and sheltering of insects, rodents and other pests.
      • In accordance with Section 2.17 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure exterior openings are protected against the entry of pests.
    • 19(1)(e) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following: (e) that there is effective protection to prevent the access and sheltering of insects, rodents and other pests.
      • In accordance with Section 2.3 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure walls and ceilings are kept in good repair. Address the holes present throughout the basement. Also ensure that there is door with door sweep available for the current storage room.
    • 19(2)(b) A food establishment must provide all of the following in accordance with applicable legislation or as considered acceptable by the Administrator: (b) adequately designed and appropriately located hand-washing facilities;
      • Ensure paper towel dispensers are available for every hand wash station, and the paper towel is stored in the dispenser to prevent contamination.
    • 20(2) A washroom facility must be constructed, equipped, and designed in accordance with the Nova Scotia Building Code.
      • Ensure customer washrooms are stocked with adequate supplies in designated dispensers.
    • 20(2) A washroom facility must be constructed, equipped, and designed in accordance with the Nova Scotia Building Code.
      • Ensure staff washroom is in good upkeep. Secure the toilet bowl in the staff washroom to ensure it is safe to use.
    • 23(1)(b) All equipment and utensils used to process, prepare, store, serve, sell or display food must be designed, constructed, installed and maintained to (b) allow adequate cleaning, sanitizing and maintenance.
      • Ensure the refrigerators are in good upkeep and the shelves inside are cleanable.
    • 29(2)(a) A maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program must include procedures to ensure that all of the following are done: (a) the food establishment and equipment are maintained, cleaned and sanitized;
      • Clean and sanitize the double door fridge unit in the basement.
    • 29(2)(a) A maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program must include procedures to ensure that all of the following are done: (a) the food establishment and equipment are maintained, cleaned and sanitized;
      • Clean and sanitize the ice machine to address the mold. Ensure this is done regularly.
    • 29(2)(b) A maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program must include procedures to ensure that all of the following are done: (b) insects, rodents and other pests are controlled;
      • Deep clean the basement area to address pest presence.
    • 47(1)(a) An operator must ensure that all food in the food establishment is (a) labelled and identified as being from a source that is subject to inspection; or
      • Ensure pre-packaged food items from third party suppliers have appropriate labels.
    • 49(1)(a) An operator must ensure that food ingredients and food packaging materials must be stored in a dry storage room or designated area that a) protects the food ingredient or food packaging material from contamination;
      • In accordance with Section 2.9 of the Nova Scotia Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure that the facilities used for the storage of food, food ingredients, equipment and non-food materials such as utensils, linens, single-service and single-use utensils, and packaging must be designed and constructed so that they: i. are cleanable; ii. are located in a clean and dry location; iii. restrict pest access and harbourage; iv. provide an environment which minimizes the deterioration of stored materials; and v. protect food from contamination during storage. d. These facilities may not be located: i. in areas used for the storage of soiled linens; ii. in locker rooms; iii. in toilet rooms; iv. in garbage rooms; v. in mechanical rooms; vi. under sewer lines that are not shielded to intercept potential drips; or vii. in the same room/vicinity as chemicals/pesticides. e. Non-food agents such as cleaners, sanitizers, detergents, pesticides and other similar products must be stored in an area that prevents the potential for cross-contamination with food, food ingredients, food contact surfaces and non-food materials such as utensils, linens, single-service and single-use utensils, and packaging materials. Personal belongings of employees must be stored separately from food storage and food preparation areas. f. Recyclables such as bottles and cans need to be stored in a sanitary manner that prevents the harbourage of pests.
  2. Inspection

    0 infractions

  3. Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 19(1)(b) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following:  (b) that operations are carried out in an area of the food establishment that is sanitized and appropriate to the operation;
      • In accordance with Section 2.3 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must keep all floors, walls and ceilings in food preparation, processing and storage areas in good repair. Observed a hole in the ceiling due to a leaking pipe. Repair leak and repair hole in the ceiling.
  4. Inspection

    6 infractions

    • 19(1)(b) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following:  (b) that operations are carried out in an area of the food establishment that is sanitized and appropriate to the operation;
      • In accordance with Section 2.3 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must keep all floors, walls and ceilings in food preparation, processing and storage areas in good repair. Observed a hole in the ceiling due to a leaking pipe. Repair leak and repair hole in the ceiling.
    • 19(1)(e) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following: (e) that there is effective protection to prevent the access and sheltering of insects, rodents and other pests.
      • Observed flies throughout the facility. Contact pest control to provide pest control methods for flies. Observed rodent droppings in the basement storage area and garbage area. Clean areas where rodent droppings in these areas. Observed holes in the walls in the garbage area. Repair holes.
    • 20(2) A washroom facility must be constructed, equipped, and designed in accordance with the Nova Scotia Building Code.
      • Observed staff washroom not being maintained in a clean and sanitary manner. Clean washroom. Observed no hand soap in the staff washroom. Provide hand soap in the staff washroom.
    • 28(2) If an operator is absent from a food establishment, the operator must ensure that a member of the personnel who has successfully completed a food hygiene training program is present.
      • Observed no certified food handler on-site during the inspection. At last one certified food handler must be on-site per shift.
    • 33(1) An operator must ensure that the temperature of food is controlled so that the food does not deteriorate or become inedible or unsafe.
      • observed cookies with cream cheese icing stored at room temperature. Cookies were placed in the fridge at this time.
    • 8(2) A permit must be posted in a conspicuous location in the food establishment.
      • Observed expired permit being posted. Post an update to permit.
  5. Inspection

    0 infractions

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