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Golden Boot Cafe

1028 Ridgeway Ave, Coquitlam · Restaurant

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Inspection summary

Golden Boot Cafe has been inspected 12 times by Fraser Health Authority since September 13, 2017. The most recent inspection, on May 8, 2026, found no infractions.

5 of 12 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 2 inspections with 0 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Protecting food from contamination, Pests and Cleaning and sanitizing.

The last 4 inspections in a row found no infractions. 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.

  • 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 across 2 separate inspections, most recently on February 13, 2024. For example: 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]

  • 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 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on September 13, 2023. For example: 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]

  • 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 May 14, 2021. For example: 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]

  • 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 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on February 28, 2023. For example: 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]

  • Permits, records and postingLower risk

    Operating permits, required signage, written procedures and logs. These findings are administrative: the documentation was missing or out of date at the time of inspection.

    Recorded once on September 13, 2022. For example: 103 - Failure to hold a valid permit while operating a food service establishment [s. 8(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.

12 inspections

  1. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  3. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  4. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  5. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation:
      • 1) Rodent bait/poison found in the kitchen and dry storage room. Rodents will spread the bait/poison on food and/or food contact surfaces via their hands and feet, when they touch the bait and then walk around the premises.
      • 2) Ziplock bags of food, stored in the dry storage room, can easily be gnawed through by mice. Mice will damage and/or contaminate food that will need to be thrown out.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • 1) Immediately remove the bait/poison and stop using it inside the premises. Only mechanical means of eliminating pests (glueboards, tin box, snap traps, etc.) shall be used inside to eliminate rodents. Inform your professional pest company to NOT place bait/poison inside the premises.
      • During the inspection, the bait/poison was removed.
      • 2) Store all foods in food grade plastic, glass, or stainless steel containers with tight fitting lids to keep rodent outs.
      • **Correction date: Today**
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation:
      • 1) Empty cans and debris found under the keg coolers in the bar area (by the recycling bins). This will attract and/or harbor pests (rodents, flies, etc.).
      • 2) There is accumulation of flour on doors of upright coolers & freezers, walls, and windows around the pasta making machine. This will attract pests.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • 1) Clean the floor under the keg coolers in the bar area and ensure this is done daily to remove any debris or empty cans/bottles.
      • **Correction date: Today**
      • 2) Wash the mentioned surfaces with hot soapy water to remove the flour. Ensure this is done every night before leaving.
      • **Correction date: Today**
      • Violation Score: 3
  6. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation:
      • Found openings in walls (by baseboard heater in washroom area, and by ice machine) that are possible entry points for mice.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Do a thorough inspection of all walls and areas around water and electrical pipes exiting walls for holes or openings that are 1/4" of larger. Block and/or tightly stuff holes and openings with steel wool; install metal plates or wire mesh (1/4" of smaller) to exclude mice.
      • **Correction date: Oct. 15/23**
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation:
      • Accumulation of food debris and grease on legs of equipment, prep tables, sinks, and shelving racks; on walls behind equipment, prep tables, sinks, and shelving racks; on the undersides on sinks; and on the floors along the base of walls. This will attract and harbor mice and flies.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • A deep, thorough clean of the mentioned areas requires to be done. Move equipment, prep tables, and other items off floors and away from walls to clean the mentioned areas. Use a scrub brush, hot water, soap and/or degreaser to remove food and grease debris. A thorough clean should be done on quarterly or more frequently.
      • **Correction date: Oct. 15/23**
      • Violation Score: 3
  7. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation:
      • 1) Accumulation of dust on the ceiling around air diffusers and on electrical lines. The dust could fall into food and contaminate.
      • 2) Food and debris found under coolers in the bar area. This will attract pests.
      • 3) The exhaust canopy has some accumulation of food and grease. Service sticker indicates professional cleaning was due in January 2023.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • 1) Wash and clean the dust off of the mentioned areas. Increase the frequency these areas are cleaned.
      • **Correction date: Today**
      • 2) Sweep and mop the floors, all the way to the back wall, under the coolers in the bar area. If possible, move the coolers away from walls so it is easier to clean the floor underneath them. Ensure this is being done daily.
      • **Correction date: Today**
      • 3) Call and schedule a service and cleaning of the exhaust canopy.
      • **Correction date: Mar. 31/23**
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
      • Observation:
      • 1) The wood frame, around the pass-thru window, in the dishwashing area is water damaged and is no longer sealed and cleanable. Food debris will be absorbed and attract pests. This was mentioned in the previous inspection and has NOT been addressed.
      • 2) The wall, behind the mobile pasta machine, is damaged from the metal platform hitting it. The wall is no longer sealed or cleanable.
      • Corrective Action(s): 1) Replace the damaged wood frame with a material that is durable, smooth, level, sealed and cleanable.
      • **Correction date: June 1/23**
      • 2) Repair the wall so it is durable, smooth, level, sealed and cleanable. It is highly recommended that a metal kickplate is installed on the wall to prevent constant damage and repair to the wall.
      • **Correction date: Mar. 15/23**
      • Violation Score: 1
  8. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 103 - Failure to hold a valid permit while operating a food service establishment [s. 8(1)]
      • Observation: Premises has an expired health permit decal, the premises is illegally operating since April 2022. The yearly health permit fees have not been paid. Hand delivered outstanding health permit fees letter.
      • Corrective Action(s): Immediately pay the outstanding permit fees. Failure to do so will result in the closure of the premises until the fees are paid in full.
      • **Correction date: Sept. 16/22**
      • Violation Score: 1
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: There is a missing cold water tap handle on the hand washing sink, a clamp is being used to open and close the tap. The clamp is not food grade and not cleanable.
      • Corrective Action(s): Install a new tap handle on the hand washing sink so the cold water can be easily turned off and on, and the handle can be easily cleaned.
      • **Correction date: Sept. 27/22**
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
      • Observation: Damaged wood (by the dishwashing) and counter top (meat slicer site on it) observed. The surfaces are not durable, sealed, or cleanable. This will attract and breed pests.
      • Corrective Action(s): Repair or replace these areas with materials that are durable, smooth, food grade, sealed and cleanable.
      • **Correction date: Dec. 15/22**
      • Violation Score: 1
  9. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Minor accumulation of mould observed inside on ice machine located by back door. Mould may fall into ice, contaminate it, and cause foodborne illnesses
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean the ice machine in a manner that is free of mould. Frequently inspect the machine for presence of mould
      • Violation Score:
    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Few numbers of rodent droppings observed underneath on over, prep table and dry storage rack in dry storage area. Pest control service attended every month, but the pest control report not kept on site. Rodent infestation in food prep areas may contaminate food items, equipment, utensils, and other food contact surfaces, and cause foodborne illnesses.
      • Date to be corrected by: Today
      • Corrective Action(s): Remove the droppings, clean the area and spray the affected area with 1000ppm bleach.(4 tsp of bleach in 1L of water). Then, continue to monitor for pest activities and ensure that all food items are stored off floor. If the rodent infestation does not improve or become severe, call the professional pest control company for an inspection.
      • Violation Score:
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Minor accumulation of dust underneath prep cooler, heavy accumulation of dust underneath bar line coolers, and heavy accumulation of grease underneath stove observed. Accumulation of dust and grease may attract pests and provide harborage
      • Corrective Action(s): Conduct deep and thorough cleaning of areas mentioned above
  10. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: General sanitation throughout facility poor
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize entire premise and maintain
      • Violation Score: 3
  11. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Employees said they are using a multipurpose cleaner for cleaning food contact surfaces in the kitchen 200-400ppm Quat sanitizer or 100-200ppm chlorine (bleach) sanitizer must be used to adequately clean food contact surfaces.
      • Prepare 200-400ppm Quat santizer as per the manufacturers recommendations.
      • Date to be corrected by: Corrected during inspection
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Violation Score:
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Ice machine had presence of black mold. The mold may contact the ice which can then be served to the customers.
      • Remove all theice, clean the mold, sanitize the ice machine, then you may start using it again.
      • Date to be corrected by: Corrected during inspection
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Violation Score:
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: There is build up of dirt and food debris under the prep counters and equipment. This is unsanitary and may result in harbouring of pests.
      • Clean the mentioned areas and keep cleaning more frequently to avoid build up.
      • Date to be corrected by: 1 week
      • Corrective Action(s):
  12. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

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