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Grassroots Cafe

12666 72nd Ave, Surrey · Restaurant

Official record from Fraser Health →

Inspection summary

Grassroots Cafe has been inspected 18 times by Fraser Health Authority since September 12, 2017. The most recent inspection, on September 10, 2026, recorded 1 infraction.

9 of 18 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 2 inspections with 3 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Cleaning and sanitizing 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 5 times across 5 separate inspections, most recently on February 2, 2026. For example: 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]

  • 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 4 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on February 2, 2026. For example: 201 - Food contaminated or unfit for human consumption [s. 13]

  • 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 September 10, 2026. 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 July 6, 2023. For example: 212 - Operator has not provided acceptable written food handling procedures [s. 23]

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.

18 inspections

  1. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: 1. 3 compartment sink observed to have a orange-pink-brown build up on surface. Staff stated sinks were cleaned weekly. Recommended to clean at least twice a week.
      • 2. Mop pail observed to have dried brown residue on bottom.
      • Corrective Action(s): 1-2 clean above identified areas.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: Spray nozzle handle of three compartment sink requires replacement. Observed to be covered with blue tape.
      • Corrective Action(s): All equipment are to be in good working order.
      • Violation Score: 3
  2. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 201 - Food contaminated or unfit for human consumption [s. 13]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 6 cans of whipped cream observed to be past best before date (Jan 5, 2026).
      • Corrective Action(s): **Corrected during inspection** Cans removed when identified by inspector.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: 1. 2 door upright cooler measured ~ 8-12°C inside unit. Unit thermostat stated 3°C
      • Corrective Action(s): 1. Have refrigeration technician assess unit to ensure it can maintain temperatures of 4°C or less.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 312 - Items not required for food premises operation being stored on the premises [s. 18]
      • Observation: 1. Various food products (Hemp hearts, dried cranberries, dried blue berries) not used for operator stored in cooler.
      • Corrective Action(s): 1. Remove all items and equipment unrelated to your service.
      • Violation Score: 1
  3. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): QUATS sanitizer measured 400ppm after dilution. Sink-mounted dispenser used. System is based off water pressure.
      • **Corrected during inspection** Sanitizer diluted to 300ppm QUATS. Test strip used to ensure sanitizer concentration. Educate staff to not use spray nozzle to dispense sanitizer, as the siphon may not be designed for nozzles. Instead, use the sink faucet.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: 1. Can openers observed have some food/rust build up. Blades observed to be dark-red - orange in colour.
      • 2. Memco #55855 stainless steel wide flippers observed to be stored above undercounter cooler. This surface is not regularly cleaned/sanitized.
      • Corrective Action(s): Please clean and sanitize dirty equipment. If equipment cannot be cleaned, replace.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 211 - Frozen potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above -18 °C. [s. 14(3)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Three pouches of pesto in freezer found to be thawed, while in freezer. Packets measured to be between 0.0°C - 8°C.
      • **Corrected during inspection** Pouches discarded as food safety cannot be guarenteed.
      • Please monitor freezer to ensure unit can hold temperatures of -18°C or less. Please have thermometer availabe inside unit (not just reading the gauge/thermostat) to ensure unit actually holds products at freezer temperatures.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Violation Score: 1
      • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Rodent droppings observed in the following areas.
      • - Under preparation sink in service area
      • - Along alcove, between customer handwashing area and atm
      • - In storage area, between upright cooler and 'wall'
      • - In storage area, between freezer, bakery tray cart and 'wall'
      • - In office area, along wall adjacent to storage area
      • Corrective Action(s): Please let your pest control technician know of activity sightings and follow-up with corrective actions provided by technician. Generally, this should include cleaning/disinfecting droppings (1:9 bleach to water solution, wear appropriate protective gear), and sealing potential entryways.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: 1. 2 door upright freezer measured ~ -3°C at time of inpsection. Some products inside have thawed, while others were soft to the touch.
      • 2. Various blades and inserts observed to be damaged. Damaged items cannot be properly cleaned and sanitized as pathogens may become lodged in cracks/damaged surface.
      • Corrective Action(s): 1. Contact refrigeration technician to have unit serviced.
      • Please monitor freezer to ensure unit can hold temperatures of -18°C or less. Please have thermometer availabe inside unit (not just reading the gauge/thermostat) to ensure unit actually holds products at freezer temperatures.
      • 2. Discard/repair damaged equipment.
      • Violation Score: 3
  4. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  5. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  6. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): QUATs sanitizer in container under the milk frother measured at 100 ppm QUATs sanitizer with test strip. Operator changed the solution during inspection which measured at 200 ppm QUATs.
      • Corrective Action(s): Change QUATs sanitizer as per approved sanitation plan to adequately sanitize food contact surfaces and equipment throughout the day. Ensure sanitizer is at 200 ppm by verifying with QUATs test strips.
      • Violation Score: 5
  7. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 212 - Operator has not provided acceptable written food handling procedures [s. 23]
      • Observation: Operator has expanded menu to include penne pasta and noodles. Updated plans were not submitted to the health inspector prior to expansion of menu.
      • Corrective Action(s): Submit updated food safety plan included all new proposed menu items to the health inspector via email. Do not serve these menu items until they have been approved by the health inspector. You must contact the health inspector prior to any changed to the menu, floor plan, layout, and/or equipment on site.
      • To be corrected by: 2 weeks
      • Violation Score: 1
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: Front pastry display cooler measured at ambient air temperature of 13'C during inspection. The cooler is observed storing non-potentially hazardous foods only.
      • Corrective Action(s): Do not store potentially hazardous foods in this cooler. Service this cooler to ensure it is able to maintain 4'C or lower. Maintain a temperature log for all coolers and hot-holding units on site.
      • To be corrected by: immediately
      • Violation Score: 3
  8. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  9. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Build up of mildew/grime noted on the stainless steel plate inside the ice machine that could cause potential contamination of ice cubes.
      • Corrective Action(s): Please ensure that all equipment are maintained in good sanitary condition. Remove any build up and, clean and sanitize the inside of the ice machine. Please discard the first batch of ice after cleaning.
      • TO BE CORRECTED BY - Immediately
      • Violation Score: 5
  10. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  11. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): An open bag of sliced ham was stored in the back cooler next to ready-to-eat (RTE) foods such as wraps/produce. Staff put the bag of ham in small container and stored it in another cooler.
      • Corrective Action(s): To prevent the risk of cross contamination of RTE food from raw meat juices, ensure that safe food storage practices are followed:
      • - Raw meat should be stored on bottom shelves and RTE food on top shelves
      • - Food should be properly covered either with lids/food wraps to prevent the risk of contamination.
      • Violation Score: 3
  12. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  13. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  14. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Dangling electrical wires in proximity to where clean plates and utensils are stored.
      • Corrective Action(s): Wires were fastened at time of inspection so that they do not come into potential contact with food contact surfaces.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 315 - Refrigeration units and hot holding equipment lack accurate thermometers [s. 19(2)]
      • Observation: Sandwich prep cooler thermometer is not functional.
      • Corrective Action(s): Replace the thermometer so that the temperature inside the unit can be monitored.
      • Date to be corrected by: May 2, 2019
      • Violation Score: 1
  15. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  16. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  17. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  18. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
      • Observation: Hot water faucet won't open fully due to obstruction.
      • Corrective Action(s): Adjust hot water faucet so adequate hot water can be supplied.
      • Deadline 1 week
      • Violation Score: 3

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