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HO KEI Chinese Restaurant

68 ROBIE, LOWER TRURO · Food Establishment

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Inspection summary

HO KEI Chinese Restaurant has been inspected 8 times by Nova Scotia Environment and Climate Change (Food Safety Program) since February 6, 2024. The most recent inspection, on October 6, 2026, recorded 3 infractions.

2 of 8 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there was 1 inspection with 3 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Cleaning and sanitizing, Handwashing and staff hygiene and Chemicals and toxic substances.

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 6 times across 6 separate inspections, most recently on October 6, 2026. For example: 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;

  • 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 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on June 9, 2025. 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;

  • Chemicals and toxic substancesHigher risk

    Cleaning products, sanitizers and pesticides must be labelled and stored away from food and food-contact surfaces. Inspectors flag chemicals that could end up in food, as well as pest treatments applied without proper supervision.

    Recorded once on October 6, 2026. For example: 19(1)(c) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following: (c) that the surfaces and materials are durable, non-toxic and are easy to maintain, clean and sanitize;

  • Food temperature controlHigher risk

    Bacteria multiply fastest between about 4 °C and 60 °C (40 °F to 140 °F). Inspectors check that cold food stays cold, hot food stays hot, cooked food is cooled quickly, and that staff have accurate thermometers. Temperature problems are one of the most common causes of food poisoning, so these are treated as critical findings.

    Recorded once on February 6, 2024. For example: 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.

  • 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 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on October 6, 2026. For example: 20(2) A washroom facility must be constructed, equipped, and designed in accordance with the Nova Scotia Building Code.

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.

8 inspections

  1. Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 19(1)(c) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following:  (c) that the surfaces and materials are durable, non-toxic and are easy to maintain, clean and sanitize;
      • Cardboard and carpet are not acceptable materials in food preparation or food storage areas as they are not non-absorbent or easily cleanable. Remove material from establishment.
    • 20(2) A washroom facility must be constructed, equipped, and designed in accordance with the Nova Scotia Building Code.
      • Handwashing stations in washrooms must be equipped with paper towel in a dispenser.
    • 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;
      • Sanitizer for use on food contact surfaces must be available for use throughout operation.
  2. Inspection

    0 infractions

  3. Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 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;
      • Cleaning required on stove top and underneath cooking equipment. Any unnecessary materials must be removed and discarded.
    • 49(2)(a) Before being placed in the dry storage room or designated area, opened packages of food ingredients and food packaging materials must be (a) transferred to clean, suitably covered containers or be sealed and securely closed; and
      • Discontinue use of cardboard boxes for food storage. Only food grade containers (glass, stainless steel, food grade plastic) that can be washed and sanitized can be used to store food.
  4. Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 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;
      • Handwashing station must be equipped with paper towel in a dispenser at all times.
    • 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;
      • Cleaning required on stove top and underneath cooking equipment. Any unnecessary materials must be removed and discarded.
    • 49(2)(a) Before being placed in the dry storage room or designated area, opened packages of food ingredients and food packaging materials must be (a) transferred to clean, suitably covered containers or be sealed and securely closed; and
      • Discontinue use of cardboard boxes for food storage. Only food grade containers (glass, stainless steel, food grade plastic) that can be washed and sanitized can be used to store food.
  5. Inspection

    0 infractions

  6. Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 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;
      • Mechanical dishwasher must be equipped with a sufficient supply of detergent and sanitizer to adequately clean and sanitize dishes and equipment.
  7. Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 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;
      • Handwashing station must be fully equipped with hand soap and paper towel in a dispenser. Handwashing station must be easily accessible at all times during operation.
    • 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;
      • Mechanical dishwasher must be equipped with a sufficient supply of detergent and sanitizer to adequately clean and sanitize dishes and equipment.
  8. Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 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;
      • Handwashing station must be fully equipped with hand soap and paper towel in a dispenser .
    • 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;
      • Mechanical dishwasher must be equipped with a sufficient supply of detergent and sanitizer to adequately clean and sanitize dishes and equipment.
    • 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.
      • Improper method for thawing of food observed at time of inspection. Foods must be thawed in one of the following four acceptable methods: (1) Under refrigeration temperatures of 4C (40F) or colder; (2) Completely submerged in cold running water, or cold water replaced every 30 minutes; (3) as part of the cooking process; or (4) by microwave.
    • 8(2) A permit must be posted in a conspicuous location in the food establishment.
      • Food Establishment Permit must be posted in view of the public.

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