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Grounds & Greens Cafe

1369 Johnston Rd, White Rock · Restaurant

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Inspection summary

Grounds & Greens Cafe has been inspected 13 times by Fraser Health Authority since June 15, 2020. The most recent inspection, on September 23, 2026, found no infractions.

6 of 13 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 3 inspections with 4 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Protecting food from contamination, Cleaning and sanitizing and Pests.

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 5 times across 5 separate inspections, most recently on February 11, 2026. For example: 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]

  • 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 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on September 9, 2026. For example: 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]

  • 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 once on September 9, 2026. For example: 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]

  • 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 June 1, 2022. For example: 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]

  • 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 November 24, 2022. 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.

13 inspections

  1. Follow-Up 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): At the time of inspection quats concentration in spray bottles over 400ppm. Quats being dispensed from the chemical dispensing station at back 2 compartment sink over 400ppm.
      • Corrective Action(s): Operator has diluted quats sanitizer in spray bottles to 200ppm. Until the dispneser is serviced and dispensing quats at 200ppm dilute quats and verify concentration with test strips.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: House flies observed in the front service area.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean all hard to reach areas, wash dishes quickly, eliminate any pooling/standing water, dispose of garbage quickly, etc. Contact a pest control company if required. Correct immediately.
      • General cleaning required in the back food preparation area. Focus cleaning efforts underneath and behind equipment and shelves.
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: At the time of inspection quats concentration in spray bottles over 400ppm. Quats being dispensed from the chemical dispensing station at back 2 compartment sink over 400ppm.
      • Corrective Action(s): Service the quats dispenser and ensure quats is dispensed at 200ppm. Correct immediately.
      • Violation Score: 3
  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 concentration in spray bottles used in the front service area, dining area, and back food preparation areas ~100ppm.
      • - Chemical dispensing station dispensing quats at ~100-150ppm.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure during operation a 100ppm chlorine or 200ppm quats sanitizer solution is available for sanitizing food contact surfaces. Until the chemical dispensing station is serviced premise to use 100ppm bleach by diluting 1 oz of regular unscented bleach to 1 gallon of water.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: Scoops, bowls, etc. observed stored directly in dry products.
      • Corrective Action(s): This was discussed in your previous inspection. Ensure all scoops, bowls, and any other utensils used to dispense dry products are stored outside of dry products and in a sanitary manner. Correct immediately.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: - Quats sanitizer concentration in spray bottles used in the front service area, dining area, and back food preparation areas ~100ppm.
      • - Chemical dispensing station dispensing quats at ~100-150ppm.
      • Corrective Action(s): Service the chemical dispensing station and ensure unit dispenses quats at 200ppm. Obtain test strips to test concentration. Correct immediately.
      • Violation Score: 3
  4. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Front of house quats sanitizer solution concentration ~100ppm.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure a 200ppm quats sanitizer solution is available for use in the front food preparation area.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation:
      • - Scoops, bowls etc used for dispensing dry products observed stored directly in dry products.
      • - Spoons used to dispense food products observed stored in a container of quats sanitizer solution.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • - Ensure all scoops, bowls, etc. used for dispensing dry products are stored outside of containers and in a sanitary manner at all times. Correct immediately.
      • - Do not store utensils in sanitizer solution when not in use. Utensils requires adequate drying time before use. Consider using an ice bath, change on a regular basis.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Back door to premise left open.
      • Corrective Action(s): To prevent potential pest entry into the premises ensure the back door is kept closed. If you wish to open the back door install a secure screen door.
      • Violation Score: 3
  5. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  6. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  7. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Observed spoons being kept in a container of Quat sanitizer to be ready for handling food.
      • Corrective Action(s): Discontinue this practice. Spoons and any other utensil/food contact surface must be allowed to air dry after sanitizing before used to handle food.
      • Violation Score: 3
  8. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  9. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Overall sanitation is ok, but hard-to reach corners under and behind equipment could use a good scrubbing.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
      • Observation: hand sink tap/faucet tap handle is falling off, difficult to use. Repair.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Violation Score: 1
  10. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  11. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 2 compartment sink in front does not have an easily accessible liquid soap dispenser.
      • Corrective Action(s): Please re-mount soap dispenser on wall so it is easily accessible to staff. Ensure to keep hand sinks free of obstruction obtain a stand holder for paper towel in front area.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: In back of kitchen by 2 compartment sink observed rodenticide pellets.
      • Corrective Action(s): Rodenticide or any other kind of pest control pellets should not be used in a kitchen. Please obtain professional pest control services with a licensed company. Date to be corrected by 1 Week.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Back door left open at the beginning of inspection.
      • Corrective Action(s): Please ensure back door is kept closed at all times to prevent the entry of pests operator closed door during inspection.
      • Violation Score: 3
  12. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 1. Ice scoop is stored inside the ice at the time of inspection
      • 2. Several scoops were stored inside the food in inserts.
      • A bag of flour was stored directly on the ground at the time of inspection
      • Corrective Action(s): 1. Do not store scoop in the ice. Store scoops in separate container away from contamination.
      • 2. Do not store the scoops in the food in inserts.
      • Scoops must be stored in a separate container.
      • Please make sure all food is stored above the floor and protected from contamination (corrected during inspection).
      • Violation Score:
      • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): The door to back and garbage area was open. This allows entrance of pests to the premise.
      • Corrective Action(s): Please ensure the back door is closed so that the premise is protected from pests entering (corrrected druing inspection).
  13. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

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