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India Chaat House and Restaurant

14981 Marine Dr, White Rock · Restaurant

16 inspections

  1. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Main preparation cooler inserts and lower section at ~ 8-10 degrees C.
      • Internal food product temperature of following in inserts observed to be:
      • - yogurt 8 degrees C.
      • - onion gravy 9 degrees C.
      • - cut vegetables 8 degrees C.
      • Internal food product temperatures of following in lower section observed to be:
      • - vegetable balls 8 degrees C.
      • - vegetable pakora 9 degrees C.
      • - onion gravy 9 degrees C.
      • - daal 9 degrees C.
      • - cooked spinach 10 degrees C.
      • - butter chicken sauce 10 degrees C.
      • - goat, chicken and vegetable curry 7 degrees C.
      • Corrective Action(s): Discarded above items. Ensure cold potentially hazardous foods are stored at or below 4 degrees C.
      • Violation Score: 15
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: Holes cut into lids of some dry product containers.
      • Corrective Action(s): Replace the lids with cut holes. Ensure all food products are stored in food grade containers with secure tight fitting lids. Correct immediately.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Food debris accumulations observed throughout the premise. Grease and food debris accumulations observed underneath and behind cooking equipment.
      • Corrective Action(s): Thoroughly clean the entire kitchen. Focus cleaning efforts on shelves, underneath shelves, underneath and behind equipment, and underneath/behind all cooking equipment. Correct immediately.
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation:
      • - Main preparation cooler inserts and lower section at ~ 8-10 degrees C.
      • - Maytag freezer next to the 3 door freezer lid severly damaged. Insulation material and wiring is exposed.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • - Service the main preparation cooler immediately. Do not store any cold potentially hazardous foods until serviced and unit is capable of maintaining 4 degrees C or less.
      • - Remove from premise the Maytag freezer. Correct by April 29, 2026.
      • Violation Score: 9
  2. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 203 - Food not cooled in an acceptable manner [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Chole (cooked chick pea) observed in 7 large buckets in the back food preparation area. Internal food product temperatures ~34-37 degrees C. Chole not adequately cooled.
      • Corrective Action(s): Discarded the 7 large buckets of chole. Ensure all foods are cooled in an acceptable manner. Cool from 60 degrees C to 20 degrees C in 2 hours then from 20 to 4 degrees C in 4 hours. Cool using ice wands and/or ice baths.
      • Violation Score: 15
      • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): At the time of inspection food contact surface sanitizer solution not available for use in the front service area or the kitchen.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure during operation 200ppm quats is dispensed from the chemical dispensing station and available for use in labeled spray bottles for the front service area and kitchen.
      • Violation Score: 15
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation:
      • - Scoops again stored directly in dry products in bins next to the cooking line.
      • - Food left uncovered in the lower section of the preparation cooler.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure all food is protected from contamination. Store scoops outside of dry products and in a sanitary manner at all times. Adequately cover food products in the lower section of the preparation cooler. Correct immediately.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Rat droppings observed in the storage area, back section.
      • Corrective Action(s): Thorougly clean and sanitize the storage area back section. Assess premise and seal any potential entry points. Set additional traps to address the rat issue. Correct immediately.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation:
      • - Dry product bins next to the cooking line exterior soiled with food and grease accumulations.
      • - Grease accumulations observed on the exhaust canopy.
      • - Dust accumulations observed on the fan cover of the walk in cooler.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure premise is maintained in a sanitary condition. Thoroughly clean the dry product bins next to the cooking line. Clean all aspects of the exhaust canopy. Clean the fan covers in the walk in cooler. Correct by December 24, 2025.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Garbage bag used to cover chole dough container.
      • Corrective Action(s): Use saran wrap to cover the chole dough in the container. Do not use garbage bags.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 502 - In operator’s absence, no staff on duty has FOODSAFE Level 1 or equivalent [s. 10(2)]
      • Observation: At the time of inspection both staff on duty did not have FOODSAFE level 1 or equivalent.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure in the absence of the operator at least one staff on duty has FOODSAFE level 1 or equivalent. Send additional staff to take FOODSAFE level 1 or equivalent by December 31, 2025.
      • Violation Score: 1
  3. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  4. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): At the time of inspection bar area hand sink not provided with single use paper towels.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure all hand sinks are provided with liquid soap and paper towels.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation:
      • - Scoops and other dispensing utensils observed stored directly in dry products.
      • - Uncovered food containers observed in the lower section of the preparation cooler and in the walk in cooler.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • - Store all scoops and other dispensing utensils outside of dry products. Store these utensils in a sanitary manner at all times. Correct immediately.
      • - Ensure all food products are covered to protect from contamination. Correct immediately.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Cockroaches observed underneath the bar glass washer and under the counter bar cooler.
      • Corrective Action(s): Thoroughly clean underneath the bar glass washer and cooler. Contact a pest control company for servicing for cockroaches. Correct immediately.
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Grease and dust accumulations observed on the exhaust canopy. Grease accumulations observed underneath and around cooking equipment.
      • Corrective Action(s): Thoroughly clean all aspects of the exhaust canopy and underneath/behind/around cooking equipment. Correct by June 17, 2025.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
      • Observation: Bar area freezer lid damaged. Insulation material and electrical wire is exposed.
      • Corrective Action(s): Replace the bar area freezer. Ensure all equipment is maintained and in good working condition. Correct by June 17, 2025.
      • Violation Score: 3
  5. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  6. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 203 - Food not cooled in an acceptable manner [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Containers of onion gravy observed cooling in the back food preparation area. Internal food product temperature still above 60 degrees C.
      • Corrective Action(s): To facilitate cooling use an ice bath and/or cooling wands. Cool foods from 60 to 20 degrees C in 2 hours then from 20 to 4 degrees C in 4 hours.
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): At the time of inspection kitchen hand sink paper towel dispenser empty.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure all designated hand sinks are provided with liquid soap and paper towels at all times.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
      • - Scoops observed stored directly in dry products.
      • - Raw eggs observed stored directly above cut vegetables in the domestic cooler and in the walk in cooler.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • - Store all scoops and other dispensing utensils outside of dry products. Stored in a sanitary manner.
      • - Store raw eggs and raw potentially hazardous food below and away from cut vegetables/fruits and ready to eat foods.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: No rats observed caught in monitoring traps. However, rat droppings observed next to the domestic cooler/freezer and underneath the table with the microwave, behind the dishwasher, and underneath shelving units in the back storage area.
      • Corrective Action(s): Thoroughly clean and sanitize the above noted areas. Seal any potential entry points. Clean food spills quickly. Increase the number of monitoring traps. Correct immediately.
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation:
      • - Rat droppings observed throughout the premise.
      • - Grease accumulations observed on the exhaust canopy.
      • Corrective Action(s): Thorougly clean and sanitize the entire premise. Correct immediately.
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: Glass washer not in good working order. At the time of inspection no water provided to unit for washing, rinsing, and sanitizing.
      • Corrective Action(s): All glassware to be washed in the high temperature dishwasher located in the kichen. Correct immediately.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 309 - Chemicals, cleansers, & similar agents stored or labeled improperly [s. 27]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Two cans of WD40 stored on top of the domestic cooler/freezer unit.
      • Corrective Action(s): Do not store chemicals in the food preparation area.
      • Violation Score: 3
  7. Follow-Up Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Fly activity observed by the three compartment sink area upstairs.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize all surfaces in the area. Treat drains with bleach solution. Contact pest control if fly activity continues.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation: Gap observed underneath back door due to the seal being damaged.
      • Corrective Action(s): Repair seal. Explore alternative options to close the gap if necessary. Correct as soon as possible.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Heavy accumulation of food debris observed at the three compartment sink upstairs.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize the sink and surrounding surfaces. Correct as soon as possible.
      • Violation Score: 3
  8. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 1. Inserts of perishable food were stored above the insert line in the prep cooler.
      • 2. Box of thawed fish was stored in the two-compartment sink in the back area for 2 hours. Temperature measured approximately 13-15°C
      • Corrective Action(s): 1. Store inserts on insert line. Keep extra inserts in the bottom compartment of the prep cooler.
      • 2. Move fish to cooler capable of maintaining 4°C or less.
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Ice cream scoop was stored in a container of room temperature water. No dipper well available.
      • Corrective Action(s): Maintain in-use ice cream scoops using one of the following methods:
      • - Dry in a clean container. Clean and sanitize at least every 4 hours.
      • - In ice water. Clean and sanitiize at least every 4 hours.
      • - Clean and sanitize or swap to a new scoop after each use.
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Bleach sanitizer in kitchen measured 0 ppm.
      • Corrective Action(s): Prepare bleach sanitizer by mixing 1/2 teaspoon (1/2 cap) of bleach per 1L water. Ensure this is available while kitchen is in operation.
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Hand washing station in the kitchen did not have paper towels. A staff member indicated a cloth towel was used to dry their hands.
      • Corrective Action(s): Supply hand washing station with paper towels. Use only paper towels for drying hands.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: Single-use paper cups were being used as food scoops in the bulk food bins.
      • Corrective Action(s): Use durable scoops with handles to avoid contamination to food. Store scoops so the handle is not touching the food or store outside of the bin in a clean container. Ensure scoops are cleaned and sanitized regularly. Correct as soon as possible.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 210 - Food not thawed in an acceptable manner [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Box of fish was being thawed at room temperature in the two compartment sink in the back area.
      • Corrective Action(s): Thaw fish and all other frozen perishable food using one of the following methods:
      • 1. In a cooler at 4°C or less
      • 2. Under cold running water
      • 3. In a container of cold water where the water is replaced every 30 minutes
      • Violation Score: 1
      • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Rat droppings present on floors along the perimeter of the premises as well as on shelving in the dry storage room. Fly activity observed in the back area.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean up all droppings and sanitize affected surfaces. Seal gaps and holes if observed. Reduce food sources and moisture. Clean and sanitize drains to reduce fly activity.
      • Violation Score: 15
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Food debris and/or clutter observed in the following areas:
      • - Kitchen walls
      • - Underneath cook line
      • - High touch areas (such as cooler handles)
      • - Back storage area
      • - Exteriors of all bulk food bins
      • - Office room
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean all noted areas and any other area with food debris and/or clutter. Correct within 1 month.
      • Violation Score: 9
  9. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  10. Follow-Up Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Live rat observed running from the storage room towards and up the stairs. All food is stored in pest proof containers.
      • Corrective Action(s): Continue to clean and remove food spills. Remove all clutter. Seal all gaps and holes to prevent entry. Provide all pest control reports from Sept 22, 2023 onward to the Environmental Health Officer.
      • Violation Score: 15
      • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation: Many items (boxes, equipment, etc) are still being stored in the storage room upstairs. There does not seem to be any improvement from the previous inspection. The floors are not visible due to the amount of clutter.
      • Corrective Action(s): Remove all items not required for business. Any items to be kept must be stored off the floor to allow cleaning to be done easily. Excessive clutter allows the harbourage of rats and other pests. Correct as soon as possible.
      • Violation Score: 9
  11. Follow-Up Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Previously noted rat droppings have been cleaned up. Observed new rat droppings on floors along the walls. Pest control frequency has increased to every other day. Food is stored in pest proof containers. No observations of droppings in food.
      • Corrective Action(s): Continue to monitor pest activity, clean up droppings and sanitize affected surfaces.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation: Holes and gaps observed in various locations that require sealing, including underneath doors, walls, and ceilings.
      • Corrective Action(s): Seal all gaps and holes to prevent potential pest entry. Correct as soon as possible.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 312 - Items not required for food premises operation being stored on the premises [s. 18]
      • Observation: Many items not required for the business are stored in the upstairs storage room.
      • Corrective Action(s): Remove all items not required for the business. Ensure remaining items are stored off the floor to allow easy cleaning and monitoring of rodent activity. Correct as soon as possible.
      • Violation Score: 5
  12. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Sanitizer for food contact surfaces is not available. Glasswasher was not supplied with detergent.
      • Corrective Action(s): Prepare 100-200 ppm bleach sanitizer by mixing 1/2 teaspoon bleach with 1L water. Ensure all food contact surfaces are cleaned and sanitized regularly. Supply glasswasher with detergent.
      • Violation Score: 15
      • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Hand washing stations lack paper towels.
      • Corrective Action(s): Supply hand washing stations with paper towels.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Live rat observed in ground floor dry storage room. Rat droppings observed on floors and shelving throughout premises. Pest control services are in place. No observations of droppings in food.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean up all droppings. Sanitize affected surfaces with bleach sanitizer. Increase frequency of pest control service. Correct as soon as possible.
      • Violation Score: 15
      • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation: Back door and upstairs patio door were open at the time of inspection. Gap observed underneath the back door.
      • Corrective Action(s): Keep back door and patio door closed. Seal gap underneath the back door.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Dried food debris observed on many surfaces in the kitchen including sides of cooking equipment, top of dishwasher, and hand washing station. Boxes and other clutter stored on the floor in storage areas.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize surfaces with dried food debris. Store all items off the floor. Remove anything that is not required for the business. Correct as soon as possible.
      • Violation Score: 15
  13. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Sanitizer in glass washer registred at 0 ppm iodine. Sanitizer and detergent were empty at time if inspection.
      • Corrective Action(s): Chemical containers were replaced and chemicals were primed in glass washer. Iodine sanitizer regerstered at 12.5 ppm
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 1.Containers of food in walk in cooler and undercounter cooler stocked on top of each other without liks or adequate covers.
      • 2. Left over canned food product not transfered to food grade containers.
      • 3. Scoops observed inside food product.
      • Corrective Action(s): 1. Do not stack food containers on top of each other without covering food with an adequate cover or lid (food grade).
      • 2. Left over canned food to be transferred to a food grade container.
      • 3. Store scoops outside of food product
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Rodent droppings ovserved in back prep area ( near large cooler). in dry storage area and at the end of hallway in dry storage room.
      • Corrective Action(s): Thorowly clean and sanitize areas were rodent droppings were observed. Monitor pest activity in these areas. Follow up with professional pest control company
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation: Back enterior double doors were open for an extended period of time during inspection. Once doors were closed, visible gap was observed below the doors.
      • Corrective Action(s): Keep back exterior doors closed and fill the gap present below the doors.
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Food debris seen in main kitchen (below and around cooking equpment and hard to reach areas, back prep area and dry food storage are.
      • Corrective Action(s): Throughly clean and sanitize main kitchen, back prep are, dry storage area and hard to reach areas.
      • Violation Score: 9
  14. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Knives stored dirty with dry, crusted on food debris, and placed in a slot between the prep fridge lid and its housing. Clean knives frequently and before storing, and do not store in spaces that can't be cleaned properly.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Used cleaning cloths were observed on food prep counters and cutting boards without any trace of sanitizer. Bleach sanitizer prepared at time of inspection.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Some rodent droppings noted throughout. Clean and continue monitoring and trapping. No evidence found that rodents are getting into the food.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation: There is a noticable gap underneath the pack door that could allow rodent entry. Seal this gap.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Walk in fridge door is heavily crusted with food debris. Clean.
      • Lots of hard-to-reach corners require more cleaning.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: Kitchen hand sink and two compartment sink have leaky faucets. Repair.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Violation Score: 3
  15. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Storage room has lots of entry points for harborage. Raised floor has multiple unfinished edges where rodents can enter. Finish all edges properly and close off harborages for mice. Continue trapping. Put ALL sacs/bags of flour, grain etc into rodent-proof containers to remove food sources for rodents.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation: Lots of droppings noted in storage areas only. None noted in kitchen. See #305.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Violation Score: 3
  16. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Some mouse dropping observed in non food areas.
      • Corrective Action(s): Seal all holes where pests might enter and contnue moniroting. Premises must be free of pests.
      • Clean floor in hard to reach areas.