Kan Yon Restaurant

C - 800 3rd Ave, Hope · Restaurant

27 inspections

Routine InspectionMar 24, 2026
2 infractions
- 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: a) Observed build-up on the buckets used for dry ingredients such as salt, flour, and dhest freezers.
  - b)Observed dust build-up on some clean plates stored on the drying rack.
  - Corrective Action(s): a) Ensure all food contact surfaces/utensils are maintained in a sanitary condition. To be corrected today.
  - b) Clean and sanitize plates that have dust build-up on them. To be corrected today.
  - Violation Score: 5
  - 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): No bleach sanitizer was available during the start of inspection.
  - Corrective Action(s): (REPEAT VIOLATION). Ensure bleach sanitizer solution is available at all times. Operator made bleach solution during inspection and was measured at 100ppm. Please buy test strips.
  - Violation Score: 25
  - 402 - Employee does not wash hands properly or at adequate frequency [s. 21(3)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Observed staff cut raw chicken and touch a basket containing salt without washing hands.
  - Corrective Action(s): a) Staff notified about this right away and was asked to wash his hands immediately.
  - b) Basket (1/4 filled) was discarded during inspeciont by the staff.
  - c) Staff educated about adequate hand washing practices during the inspection.
  - Violation Score: 5
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): a) Observed lettuce, sprouts stored on the floor inside the kitchen
  - b) Observed cardboard boxes containing raw pork stored on the floor inside walk-in cooler
  - c) Observed raw chicken stored inside stainless steel container above ready-to-eat food and produce. Observed raw pork inside stainless steel container stored above box of raw onions.
  - Corrective Action(s): a) Do not store food boxes on the floor. Food must be stored at least 6 inches off the ground. Operator moved lettuce and sprouts inside walk-in cooler.
  - b) Raw pork moved on the shelf during inspection.
  - c) Raw chicken and raw pork must be stored on the lower shelves at all times. Operator moved raw chicken and raw pork during the inspection.
  - Violation Score: 9
  - 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: Observed build-up under the equipment, stove, 2-compartment sink and dry storage area.
  - Corrective Action(s): Deep cleaning is required for hard-to-reach in areas. Ensure premises is maintained in sanitary condition. To be corrected within 1 month.
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 312 - Items not required for food premises operation being stored on the premises [s. 18]
  - Observation: a) Observed sofa in the area behind service counter.
  - b) Observed clean utensils stored on the floor inside kitchen. Operator mentioned those utensils are for their home.
  - Corrective Action(s): Remove items not required for the operation from the premises. Discussed having separate area for staff for breaks. To be corrected within 1 week.
  - Violation Score: 1
  - 315 - Refrigeration units and hot holding equipment lack accurate thermometers [s. 19(2)]
  - Observation: Thermometers inside walk-in cooler not accurate and other coolers missing a thermometer.
  - Corrective Action(s): Ensure there is an accurate thermometer inside all the coolers.
  - To be corrected within 2 weeks.
  - Violation Score: 1
  - 502 - In operator’s absence, no staff on duty has FOODSAFE Level 1 or equivalent [s. 10(2)]
  - Observation: No one with a valid FoodSafe Level 1 or equivalent on duty during inspection.
  - Corrective Action(s): Ensure at least one staff with a valid FoodSafe Level 1 or equivalent is present on-site during operation. Send proof of registration within 2 weeks.
  - To be corrected within 2 weeks.
  - Violation Score: 1
Routine InspectionDec 18, 2024
1 infraction
- 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): No bleach sanitizer was available at the time. Operator made fresh bleach water sanitizer in buckets and provided.
  - Corrective Action(s): Ensure proper sanitizer bleach 100 ppm is always available.
  - Violation Score: 15
Follow-Up InspectionOct 5, 2023
0 infractions
Routine InspectionSep 27, 2023
1 infraction
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
  - Observation: 1) Observed several stored food in coolers that were uncovered. This is a repeat violation.
  - 2) Rice ladle was stored in room temperature water.
  - Corrective Action(s): 1) Ensure all stored foods are covered to protect from contamination.
  - 2) Rice ladle must be kept dry or stored on ice.
  - Violation Score: 15
  - 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: General cleaning for grease accumulation and food debris required under the cook line. Grease accumulation also noted in the space between the vent hood and woks.
  - Corrective Action(s): Operator informed that professional cleaning for the vent hood is scheduled for the following week.
  - Date to be completed by: October 5, 2023.
  - Violation Score: 3
Follow-Up InspectionJun 6, 2023
0 infractions
Routine InspectionMay 30, 2023
2 infractions
- 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Sanitizer solution not prepared at start of inspection.
  - Corrective Action(s): Prepare a 100ppm bleach solution at the start of the day.
  - Violation Score: 5
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
  - Observation: 1. Observed several containers of food stored in coolers (walk-in cooler, prep cooler, stand up cooler) uncovered.
  - 2. One can of hoisin sauce and one can of oyster sauce stored in the walk-in cooler after opening.
  - Corrective Action(s): 1. Cover all stored containers of food that are not for immediate use in order to protect from contamination.
  - 2. All canned items must be transfered to a food-grade container once opened, do not keep leftovers in the original can.
  - 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: 1. Back screen door was slightly open.
  - 2. Cardboard boxes stored in the corner by the chest freezers are creating a harbourage area.
  - Corrective Action(s): 1. Back screen door must be closed at all times to prevent pest entry.
  - 2. Keep cardboard boxes tidy and well organized.
  - Date to be corrected by: 1 week
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: Cleaning is required in the following areas:
  - 1. Food debris and grime accumlation under the cook line and around the deep fryer.
  - 2. One rat dropping observed next to the right chest freezer.
  - 3. One mouse dropping observed under the dishpit on the clean dish side.
  - Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize above mentioned areas. Remove droppings and food debris. Pull out all stored containers and boxes from under the dishpit to properly clean this area.
  - Date to be corrected by: 1 week
  - Violation Score: 9
Follow-Up InspectionFeb 2, 2023
0 infractions
Routine InspectionJan 25, 2023
2 infractions
- 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Sanitizer solution not prepared at the start of inspection.
  - Corrective Action(s): Operator prepared bleach sanitizing solution at time of inspection. Ensure the solution is 100-200ppm chlorine.
  - Obtain chlorine test strips to verify the concentration.
  - Violation Score: 5
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: General cleaning is required at the cook line - food debris and grease under the cooking equipment.
  - Corrective Action(s): Remove food debris and grease. Clean and sanitize the cook line as per your sanitation plan.
  - Date to be corrected by: 1 week.
  - Violation Score: 3
Follow-Up InspectionMay 17, 2022
0 infractions
Routine InspectionMay 4, 2022
2 infractions
- 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Counters- no sanitizer is being used on counters in food prep area.
  - Corrective Action(s): Food prep surfaces must be sanitized between raw/ready-to-eat foods and every 4 hours when preparing foods to prevent growth of pathogens. Noted on previous inspection.
  - Violation Score: 5
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: Debris build up under shelves on floor and along perimeter of walls
  - Corrective Action(s): Clean floor under shelves, food debris can attract pests
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionAug 12, 2021
2 infractions
- 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): No sanitizer available for wiping counters
  - Corrective Action(s): Ensure there is sanitizer prepared and available for use int he kitchen prep area at all times. Opertor prepared a bucket of water and bleach (minimum 100ppm residual or 1 ounce bleach to one gallon water)
  - Violation Score: 5
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: Debris build up under shelves on floor and along perimeter of wall
  - Corrective Action(s): Clean floor under shelves, food build up can attract pests
  - Violation Score: 3
Follow-Up InspectionFeb 11, 2020
1 infraction
- 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
  - Observation: Coke cooler still at 7C.
  - Corrective Action(s): To be serviced Thursday.
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionFeb 3, 2020
1 infraction
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: Walk in cooler fan cover has dust and mould build up.
  - Corrective Action(s): Clean fan covers. Correct prior to opening.
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
  - Observation: Wooden butcher block sides have been redone and the top has been sanded down but is exposed raw wood.
  - Corrective Action(s): Seal the top of the butcher block or obtain a cutting board topper. Correct before opening.
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
  - Observation: Coke cooler at 7-9C. No food stored inside. Internal thermometer does not match external digital thermometer (not working).
  - Corrective Action(s): Turn down thermostat and get serviced if it cannot maintain 4C or less. Do not use to store potentially hazardous food until it is in working order.
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
  - Observation: Kitchen handsink requires backsplash at the side wall, as well as caulking at the side and behind.
  - Staff washroom handsink requires backsplash. Wooden table in back that rice cooker and slicer is stored on needs to be painted/coated as it is raw exposed wood after being sanded.
  - Corrective Action(s): Correct the above noted violations prior to opening.
  - Violation Score: 5
Routine InspectionOct 16, 2019
1 infraction
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: 1. Shelves in walk in cooler has food debris built up on them.
  - 2. Glass sliding door cooler requires cleaning of door, handles, shelves, and bottom.
  - 3. Kitchen floor requires a good cleaning.
  - Corrective Action(s): 1. Shelves in walk in cooler to be cleand during shut down.
  - 2. Glass sliding door cooler to be removed from facility.
  - 3. Kitchen floor to be replaced.
  - Violation Score: 9
  - 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
  - Observation: Prep cooler at 19C. Operator informed it broke about a week ago. No food being stored in it.
  - Corrective Action(s): Prep cooler to be serviced or replaced in November.
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 312 - Items not required for food premises operation being stored on the premises [s. 18]
  - Observation: BBQ now stored in back of kitchen (being stored for landlord). Butcher block has been removed but other items not required for operation are still being stored on site.
  - Corrective Action(s): When the facility is closed for renovations, anything that is not needed for the day to day operation must be removed.
  - Violation Score: 3
Follow-Up InspectionJul 17, 2019
0 infractions
Routine InspectionJun 19, 2019
2 infractions
- 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Front wiping rags stored in bucket at 0ppm chlorine. Back wiping rag not stored in sanitizer
  - Corrective Action(s): Two new sanitizer buckets made up at 200ppm chlorine. Always store food contact surface wiping rags in bleach water at 100-200ppm chlorine.
  - Violation Score: 5
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 1. Some containers of food in the walk in cooler stored uncovered.
  - 2. One chest freezer had a few chunks of noodles and meat not in a bag. Food freezer burnt.
  - Corrective Action(s): 1. Containers covered. Unless food is cooling, always have food covered.
  - 2. Operator threw out unwrapped frozen food at time of inspection.
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: 1. Significant dirt build up on the kitchen floor where the floor meets the wall and underneath dishwashing sinks and back prep tables.
  - 2. Significant amounts of ash and grease/oil underneath cookline.
  - 3. Walk in cooler wire racks have debris build up on them and left wall has mould growth.
  - 4. Sliding glass door cooler wire racks have debris build up on them.
  - 5. Two back wooden tables that have flour, sauces, and rice cookers on them have lots of flour spilt on them.
  - Corrective Action(s): Clean above mentioned areas. Operator informed that cooler racks will be pressure washed this weekend.
  - Complete all cleaning within two weeks.
  - Sanitation needs to be greatly improved.
  - Violation Score: 15
  - 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
  - Observation: Inside wall immediately to the left in the walk in cooler has a small patche of unpainted wood.
  - Corrective Action(s): Paint this section of wood. Correct within one week.
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 312 - Items not required for food premises operation being stored on the premises [s. 18]
  - Observation: Unused butcher block, mixer, and slicer still stored on the premise in unsanitary condition.
  - Corrective Action(s): If you wish to keep these items on site, even if you are not using them, they must be maintained in a sanitary condition. If you are not using these pieces of equipment, removed them from the facility.
  - Violation Score: 1
Follow-Up InspectionFeb 26, 2019
0 infractions
Routine InspectionJan 22, 2019
1 infraction
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: 1. Inside left wall of walk in cooler has mould growth.
  - 2. Dishwasher backspash caulking to right of dishwasher has mould growth.
  - 3. Dirt build up underneath back prep tables, dishwasher tables, around corners of equipment, and where walls meet the floor.
  - 4. Tempura batter spilt down deep fryer and oil is underneath of cookline equipment.
  - Corrective Action(s): Clean above mentioned areas. Have all cleaning done within one month.
  - Violation Score: 9
  - 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
  - Observation: Coating on wire shelves in stand up glass sliding door cooler is breaking and peeling.
  - Corrective Action(s): Cooler to be replaced soon. If cooler does not end up being replaced, replace shelves.
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 312 - Items not required for food premises operation being stored on the premises [s. 18]
  - Observation: Old equipment being stored in back left storage hallway of kitchen.
  - Corrective Action(s): Remove old and unused equipment when facility is closed for upcoming renovations.
  - Violation Score: 1
Follow-Up InspectionDec 6, 2018
0 infractions
Routine InspectionSep 13, 2018
2 infractions
- 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Large container of partially cooked noodles on table beside cookline at 7C. Operator informed that they were just taken out of the walk in cooler to use over lunch rush.
  - Corrective Action(s): As there is no prep cooler beside this side of the cookline, if you have potentially hazardous foods out at room temperature they must only be out in small quanities. Operator placed some noodles in a much smalled container and placed the large container into the sliding glass door cooler.
  - Violation Score: 5
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: Debris build up and food spills noted in kitchen.
  - Corrective Action(s): Clean the following:
  - -sliding glass door cooler door track and shelves
  - -outside of containers/buckets used to store sauces
  - -beside and under deep fryer unit
  - -underneath all hard to reach areas of equipment and where floor meets the walls
  - Violation Score: 9
  - 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
  - Observation: Two back wooden tables and their shelves need to be resurfaced, as well as the sides of the butcher block.
  - Corrective Action(s): Tables to be sanded and re-varnished and well as the sides of the butcher block. Correct within four months.
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 501 - Operator does not have FOODSAFE Level 1 or Equivalent [s. 10(1)]
  - Observation: Owner's FoodSafe expired in July.
  - Corrective Action(s): Online refresher course handout provided. Operator to re-certify within two months.
  - Violation Score: 1
Follow-Up InspectionMay 17, 2018
1 infraction
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: 1. Dried food debris still spilt in track of open stand up cooler used for dry storage.
  - 2. Food spills still down one side of butcher block.
  - Corrective Action(s): 1. Owner informed that cooler will be removed and replaced with shelves.
  - 2. Once cooler is removed, move over chest freezer and table so that all sides of butcher block can be cleaned and sanitized.
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionMay 3, 2018
2 infractions
- 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Staff washroom lacked paper towel.
  - Corrective Action(s): Operator placed paper towle in staff washroom at time of inspection.
  - Violation Score: 5
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
  - Observation: 1. Metal garbage cans used to store rice directly in container.
  - 2. One container of rice in walk in cooler uncovered.
  - Corrective Action(s): 1. If you want to continue to use these cans, rice must be stored in original bag inside of these containers. Discussed using food grade plastic containers with lids that are currently on site but not in use.
  - 2. Lid placed on container of rice by operator.
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: Evidence of daily, weekly, and monthly cleanign schedules not being followed. Lots of food spills and debris build up in kitchen.
  - Corrective Action(s): Clean the following:
  - -top of white fridge door and handles of white fridge/freezer doors
  - -floor of cookline and between pieces of equipment on cookline
  - -cookline venthood grease
  - -bottom track of glass sliding door cooler
  - -white microwave and shelf white microwave is on
  - -floor underneath table beside butcher block
  - -sides of butcher block
  - -floor of walk in cooler
  - -counter that rice cooker is on
  - Correct all of the above within two weeks.
  - Violation Score: 15
Follow-Up InspectionJan 17, 2018
0 infractions
Follow-Up InspectionJan 9, 2018
1 infraction
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Some food in walk in cooler stored uncovered.
  - Corrective Action(s): Operator covered at time of inspection. Store food covered to prevent contamination.
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: Cleaning still required of sliding glass door cooler wire rack shelves, bottom of old stand up cooler used as dry storage, two wooden shelves in back prep area.
  - Corrective Action(s): Clean all areas. Correct within one week. Keep up with daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning.
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionDec 12, 2017
1 infraction
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
  - Observation: Lots of food stored in walk in cooler is uncovered.
  - Corrective Action(s): Always store food covered to prevent from contamination. Cover all food immediately.
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: Food spills at bottom and track of sliding glass door cooler and old stand up cooler used as dry storage.
  - Slatter on white racks in sliding glass door cooler.
  - Rice spilt in microwave.
  - Rice and other food spilt beside butcher block on floor.
  - Flour spilt in table and shelves in back prep area.
  - Debis build up under tables to left of dishwasher.
  - Food and debris on floor of walk in cooler.
  - Corrective Action(s): Clean all above mentioned areas. Correct when closed over the next few weeks. Keep up with cleaning schedule.
  - Violation Score: 15
  - 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
  - Observation: Wall beside butcher block has food debris splatter on paint.
  - Corrective Action(s): Remove magnetic knife holder, clean wall, repaint, and install backsplash, as this is a well used area. This will facilitate easier cleaning. Correct by Jan 4/18.
  - Violation Score: 3
Follow-Up InspectionOct 4, 2017
1 infraction
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: Splatter on wall behind main butcher block and food debris in bottom of the dry storage "cooler".
  - Corrective Action(s): Clean mentioned areas. Correct within one week. Wall behind butcher block may need to be repainted soon.
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionSep 27, 2017
2 infractions
- 201 - Food contaminated or unfit for human consumption [s. 13]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Open can of tomato sauce found in walk in cooler. Inside metal of can was discoloured.
  - Corrective Action(s): Operator discarded at time of inspection. Anytime a can is opened, store contents in a foodgrade container, not the original metal can.
  - Violation Score: 5
  - 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 1. Inside lid of ice machine has some mould growth.
  - 2. Meat slicer was used this morning but has not been cleaned.
  - Corrective Action(s): 1. Lid wiped with bleach/water at time of inspection.
  - 2. Slicer disassembled, washed by hand, and placed in dishwasher at time of inspection. Operator informed that slicer is not used very often. Ensure it is cleaned and sanitized right after every use.
  - Violation Score: 5
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: Lots of spills and food and dirt build up under and around equipment, in corners of floors, on shelves, on wall behind butcher block, door seals of coolers, bottom frames of cooelrs, and around sinks.
  - Corrective Action(s): Operator informed that all cleaning will be done with weekend.
  - Violation Score: 15
  - 315 - Refrigeration units and hot holding equipment lack accurate thermometers [s. 19(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): White fridge and clear sliding door cooler lack thermometers.
  - Corrective Action(s): Thermometers placed in both coolers at time of inspection.
  - Violation Score: 1