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L'Artista Ristorante Italiano

3891 E Hastings St, Burnaby · Restaurant

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Inspection summary

L'Artista Ristorante Italiano has been inspected 20 times by Fraser Health Authority since August 22, 2017. The most recent inspection, on September 29, 2026, recorded 1 infraction.

4 of 20 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 2 inspections with 2 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Cleaning and sanitizing, Pests 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 11 times across 9 separate inspections, most recently on December 11, 2023. For example: 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]

  • 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 7 times across 7 separate inspections, most recently on September 29, 2026. For example: 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]

  • 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 September 9, 2019. For example: 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]

  • 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 September 19, 2025. For example: 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]

  • 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 December 11, 2023. For example: 309 - Chemicals, cleansers, & similar agents stored or labeled improperly [s. 27]

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.

20 inspections

  1. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Rodent droppings were observed from the following areas:
      • - in the dry storage area
      • - floors behind/underneath large kitchen equipment (chest freezers/prep tables) along the wall
      • - inside the linen cabinet
      • - on wooden shelf by the coffee station
      • Professional pest control company hired for a full inspection. Traps are placed. Food stored in pest proof containers and off the floors.
      • Corrective Action(s): Remove all droppings and sanitize all affected areas on a daily basis. Monitor for droppings before each shift.
      • Violation Score: 3
  2. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: A few rodent droppings were observed on floor of the back storage room. Food stored in pest proof containers. Operator had recently sealed holes in the kitchen/dishwashing area. Traps in place.
      • Corrective Action(s): Remove all droppings and sanitize the affected areas on a daily basis.
      • Violation Score: 3
  3. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  4. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Cooked carrots, potatoes and greens were placed at room temperature. As per staff, the items are usually placed at room temperature during busy hours and placed back in cooler after.
      • Corrective Action(s): Stop this practice. All cold potentially hazardous food must be stored in cooler at 4'C or below at all times. Any cold potentially hazardous food left at room temperature for more than 2 hours must be discarded as discussed at this time.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Rodent droppings were observed on floors of the back storage room, above furnace and storage shelves by the bar. Food stored in pest proof containers.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure to have all droppings removed and affected areas sanitized on a daily basis.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Major cleaning is required for the facility. Rodent droppings and food debris observed on floors and storage shelves throughout.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure to have all floors and storage shelves cleaned as discussed at this time.
      • Violation Score: 9
  5. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: A few rodent droppings were observed on floor by the furnace. No droppings were observed in the food prep area.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure to have all droppings removed and affected areas sanitized using 1000ppm chlorine (20ml bleach/980ml water).
      • Violation Score: 3
  6. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  7. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation: 1) Air gap noted on the bottom of the screen door that exits to the side street.
      • 2) Potential entry points noted in the ceiling of the kitchen: 2 above the entry way, 1 above the dishwasher.
      • Corrective Action(s): Seal the gaps.
      • Reminder: all surfaces in the facility, including floors, walls and ceiling, must be made of non-porous material.
      • Date to be corrected by: December 10, 2024
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Rodent droppings noted in the following areas:
      • > Next to the chest freezer by the dining room.
      • > Next to the 3 door prep cooler in the kitchen.
      • > On top of the hot water tank in the dry storage room
      • Corrective Action(s): Remove droppings. Clean and sanitize these areas with a strong bleach solution. Monitor for any new entry points by pulling equipment away from the walls for proper cleaning.
      • Date to be corrected by: December 10, 2024
      • Violation Score: 3
  8. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): - Knives were noted to stored within gap/crevice in wall. This is not a sanitary location.
      • Corrective Action(s): - Remove knives from wall and wash and sanitize in dishwasher. Store knives in sanitary location - eg. wall mounted stainless knive holder
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 309 - Chemicals, cleansers, & similar agents stored or labeled improperly [s. 27]
      • Observation: - Rodenticide noted on floor in back storage area. Rodenticide is not suitable for use in food premises.
      • Corrective Action(s): - Remove rodenticide from food premises. Place traps (eg. glueboards, snap traps, tin cats) for monitoring and control of rodents. To be corrected by: 12-Dec-2023
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 315 - Refrigeration units and hot holding equipment lack accurate thermometers [s. 19(2)]
      • Observation: - Line cooler is lacking a thermometer
      • Corrective Action(s): - Supply thermometer to line cooler so that temperature of unit can be monitored. To be corrected by: 18-Dec-2023
      • Violation Score: 1
  9. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
      • - Bleach sanitizer in spray bottle stripped out the test paper - indicating that it is TOO STRONG.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • - Ensure to mix only 1/2 teaspoon of bleach to a spray bottle full of water. Sanitizer was diluted at the time of inspection and the final concentration was measured at 200ppm.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
      • - Back door connected to the storage area left open upon arrival of the inspector.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • - Staff closed the door. Ensure the door is closed at all times except when there is delivery etc.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation:
      • - Dust build up and spider webs observed underneath the dishwasher and counter beside the dishwasher.
      • - Garbage and debris observed underneath the bar sink.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • - Clean the areas noted above.
      • Violation Score: 3
  10. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
      • - Mildew buildup observed inside ice machine.
      • - Food debris observed on the meat slicer machine.
      • - Debris build up observed on built-in can opener.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • - Turn off the ice machine, empty all ice out, clean & sanitize.
      • - Dismantle the meat slicer & can opener machine and clean the machine thoroughly by scrubbing. Wash & sanitize.
      • Operator started cleaning the above items at the time of inspection.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
      • Observation:
      • - Cardboard lined underneath pans.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • - Discard the carbboards. Use liners that are non-porous and easy to clean.
      • Date to be corrected by: today.
      • Violation Score: 3
  11. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Did not detect any sanitizer in container of water with cloths submerged (located in the kitchen area). Operator said he had run out of bleach. Operator went to the store and obtained bleach at time of inspection
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure sanitizer is readily available at all times during food preparation.
      • Violation Score: 15
  12. Follow-Up Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): The following items were being stored in outside hallway at time of inspection: tray of lasagna, container of soaking calimari, container of stock and were discarded at time of inspection.
      • Corrective Action(s): Do not store foods in the hallway. This issue has been noted on previous reports.
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Noted the back door of the kitchen that leads to the outside hallway open again.
      • Corrective Action(s): Keep back door closed or install a screen. This issue was noted on previous reports.
      • Violation Score: 3
  13. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): A) Did not detect any sanitizer at the dishwasher. Sanitizer container for dishwasher was empty. Operator replaced sanitizer at time of inspection.
      • B) Noted mildew/staining in the ice machine
      • C) Spray bottle with sanitizer at the bar was not working and the solution in the spray bottle was too strong (bleaching out the test strip).
      • Corrective Action(s): A) Ensure dishwasher is capable of sanitizing at all times. Check dishwasher first thing at the start of the day and half way through the day. Ensure sanitizer container is checked and replaced when starting to get low. Dishwasher had 50ppm sanitizer when operator replaced the sanitizer container and ran the dishwasher several times.
      • B) Discard ice. Thoroughly clean/sanitize the ice machine. Ensure the ice machine is emptied/cleaned/sanitized routinely - suggested minimum once a month.
      • C) Obtain a spray bottle that is capable of spraying. In the interim, staff can use a container to hold sanitizer and submerge cloths. Ensure sanitizer concentration is maintained at 100ppm (mix 2 to 5 ml bleach per liter of water).
      • Violation Score: 25
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Ice machine had mildew/staining on the inside.
      • Corrective Action(s): Discard ice and thoroughly clean/sanitize ice machine. Ensure ice machine is emptied and the inside is cleaned/sanitized regularly - suggest to be done minimum monthly.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation: Noted back door to kitchen open.
      • Corrective Action(s): Keep back door closed or install a screen to prevent the entry of pests.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
      • Observation: Noted the other tap at the two compartment sink in the kitchen is broken and a wrench is fixed it to turn the water on and off.
      • Corrective Action(s): Repair/replace tap as needed. To be corrected by next follow up inspection.
      • Violation Score: 9
  14. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  15. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  16. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): A) Did not detect any sanitizer in container with cloths submerged. Staff member remade chlorine sanitizer solution at time of inspection.
      • B) Meat slicer still had dried food debris and grease on it. Staff said meat slicer was used last night but did not want to take the slicer a part to wash/sanitize it. They preferred to wait for the owner to do it.
      • Corrective Action(s): A) Ensure sanitizer solution is changed as needed throughout the day. Reminded staff to mix bleach into water after adding to ensure sanitizer is consistent in concentration.
      • B) Ensure meat slicer is taken a part and properly wash/sanitized after each use. A follow up inspection will be conducted tomorrow to ensure corrective action was taken.
      • B) Staff on duty did not
      • Violation Score: 15
    • 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
      • Observation: Noted the hot water tap at the two compartment sink was broken and repaired with a wrench used to turn the tap. Staff member on duty said that operator is looking into getting that fixed.
      • Corrective Action(s): Repair/replace tap so it is suitable design and in good working order.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
      • Observation: Noted wall that has been worn out still has corrugated sheet installed up against it. Corrugated sheets can not be washed and sanitized.
      • Corrective Action(s): Rove corrugated sheet and repair the wall so that it is smooth and washable.
      • Violation Score: 5
  17. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): No soap available in dispenser at two compartment sink. Soap dispenser was broken. Staff member placed bottle of hand soap at two compartment sink at time of inspection. Paper towel in dispenser, hot and cold running water available. No concerns with other hand wash stations in the premises (bar, staff washroom, public washroom)
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure hand wash stations are fully equipped and accessible at all times. Operator to take a picture and send it to the inspector once the wall mounted dispenser has been fixed.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Back door to hallway was open again.
      • Corrective Action(s): Keep back door closed or install a screen to prevent pest entry.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
      • Observation: Noted wall that has been worn out has corrugated sheet installed up against it. Corrugated sheets can not be washed and sanitized.
      • Corrective Action(s): Remove corrugated sheet and repair the wall so that it is smooth and washable.
      • Violation Score: 1
  18. Follow-Up Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): No sanitizer available in back food preparation.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure sanitizer is made fresh at the start of each day and ensure it is always readily available for use. Make sanitizer immediately upon changing throughout the day.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): A) Tray of cooked potatoes and container of broth noted cooling on chest freezer in back hallway.
      • B) Lights above dishwasher still did not have cover/sleeves.
      • Corrective Action(s): A) Do not store open foods in the back hallway. This outside area is not part of the approved premises.
      • B) Obtain and install cover/sleeves for the lights above the dishwasher
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
      • Observation: Wall beside microwave still dented and worn away.
      • Corrective Action(s): Repair/finish wall so that it is smooth, durable and washable.
      • Violation Score: 1
  19. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Bleach available on site but no sanitizer was made up at time of inspection. This issue was noted on the previous inspection report.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure 100ppm chlorine sanitizer solution is made at the start of each day before food preparation.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: A) Noted the following foods on the ground in the back hall at time of inspection: Open container of tomato sauce and open container of soaking peeled carrots and potatoes (all 5C at time of inspection).
      • B) Trays of raw meat were stored on the ground in the walk in cooler.
      • C) Lights above the dishwasher did not have covers or sleeves. This was noted on the previous inspection report.
      • Corrective Action(s): A) Do not store foods in the back hall. Perishable foods such as tomato sauce should be kept in the cooler unit.
      • B) Keep all stored foods covered and stored off the ground.
      • C) Obtain/install covers/sleeves for lights above dishwasher.
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation: Noted door to back hallways open. This issue was noted on the previous report.
      • Corrective Action(s): Keep door to the kitchen closed to prevent the entry of pests or obtain/install a screen door.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
      • Observation: Noted the hall beside the microwave was dented and worn away.
      • Corrective Action(s): Repair wall and resurfaces so that it is smooth, durable and washable.
      • Violation Score: 1
  20. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): A) No sanitizer solution made up for kitchen area. Sanitizer spray bottle for bar area didn't have any chlorine in it. Staff made sanitizer for the back and added bleach to the spray bottle for the bar.
      • B) Food debris noted on the meat slicer. Operator said it was last used last night. This issue has been noted on previous inspections.
      • Corrective Action(s): A) Ensure 100ppm chlorine sanitizer is made fresh daily and is readily available for use in all food preparation areas. Keep reusable wiping cloths stored in sanitizer solution to prevent microbial growth, otherwise, use single use paper towel to wipe.
      • B) Ensure meat slicer is taken apart and thoroughly washed and sanitized after each use.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: A) Lights in kitchen above dishwasher were uncovered.
      • B) Staff washroom opens into kitchen area
      • Corrective Action(s): A) Obtain/install cover/sleeve/tubes for the lights. To be completed by next routine inspection.
      • B) Install self closing device/hinge on staff washroom door
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Back door was open at time of inspection.
      • Corrective Action(s): Keep back door closed or obtain a screen to prevent the entry of pests.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: Prep cooler unit turned off/not working. No food in under compartment. Food in inserts on ice - small amounts left out only for lunch/dinner rush.
      • Corrective Action(s): Repair/replace prep cooler unit.
      • Violation Score: 3

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