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Loafe UBC Sauder

2053 Main Mall, Vancouver BC V6T 1Z1 · Food Service Establishment 1

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Details

Google rating
3.9 / 5 (8)

Opening hours

  • Friday7:30 AM–6 PM
  • Monday7:30 AM–6 PM
  • Saturday9 AM–3 PM
  • Sunday9 AM–3 PM
  • Thursday7:30 AM–6 PM
  • Tuesday7:30 AM–6 PM
  • Wednesday7:30 AM–6 PM

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Inspection summary

Loafe UBC Sauder has been inspected 8 times by Vancouver Coastal Health since June 29, 2022. The most recent inspection, on December 30, 2025, recorded 1 infraction.

1 of 8 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 2 inspections with 5 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Pests, Handwashing and staff hygiene 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.

  • 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 5 times across 5 separate inspections, most recently on December 30, 2025. For example: The premises is free of pests.

  • 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 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on December 16, 2025. For example: Each employee demonstrates good personal hygiene and washes their hands as often as necessary to prevent the contamination of food.

  • 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 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on January 8, 2025. For example: Food is handled in a sanitary manner and is not subject to contamination.

  • 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 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on February 14, 2024. For example: The premises and all equipment, utensils, and food contact surfaces are maintained in good condition and used in a manner that ensures safe and sanitary food handling.

  • 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 January 8, 2025. For example: Potentially hazardous food is at a refrigerated temperature that keeps it safe to eat.

About this data

These results come from Vancouver Coastal Health, 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. Routine Follow-up

    1 infraction

    • The premises is free of pests.
      • Premises has signs of rodent activity.
  2. Routine

    4 infractions

    • Operation and maintenance of premises is in accordance with approved floor plans and specifications.
      • Premises is not in adequate repair or in sanitary condition.
    • Each employee demonstrates good personal hygiene and washes their hands as often as necessary to prevent the contamination of food.
      • Hand washing stations are not properly supplied and maintained.
    • Operator of a food service establishment has developed, maintained, and followed approved written procedures to ensure that a health hazard does not occur.
    • The premises is free of pests.
      • Premises has signs of rodent activity.
  3. Routine Follow-up

    1 infraction

    • The Permit to Operate a food service establishment is valid and is posted in a conspicuous location.
      • Permit to Operate is not posted in a conspicuous location.
  4. Routine

    7 infractions

    • Operation and maintenance of premises is in accordance with approved floor plans and specifications.
      • Premises is not in adequate repair or in sanitary condition.
    • The Permit to Operate a food service establishment is valid and is posted in a conspicuous location.
      • Premises does not have a valid Permit to Operate.
    • Food is handled in a sanitary manner and is not subject to contamination.
      • Food is not protected from contamination during transportation, display, storage or preparation.
    • Potentially hazardous food is at a refrigerated temperature that keeps it safe to eat.
      • Potentially hazardous food is not stored, displayed or transported at a temperature of 4°C or below.
    • Each employee demonstrates good personal hygiene and washes their hands as often as necessary to prevent the contamination of food.
      • Hand washing station is obstructed or being used for other purposes.
    • An operator of a food service establishment must develop, maintain, and follow written procedures to ensure that a health hazard does not occur in the operation of the establishment.
      • Food safety plan is not developed.
    • A food service establishment must have written procedures to ensure the safe and sanitary operation of the establishment.
      • Sanitizer levels are not being monitored and recorded.
      • Test strips are not available to monitor sanitizer level.
  5. Routine Follow-up

    1 infraction

    • The premises is free of pests.
  6. Routine

    4 infractions

    • The premises and all equipment, utensils, and food contact surfaces are maintained in good condition and used in a manner that ensures safe and sanitary food handling.
    • An operator of a food service establishment must develop, maintain, and follow written procedures to ensure that a health hazard does not occur in the operation of the establishment.
      • Temperature records are not being used to monitor critical limits.
    • A food service establishment must have written procedures to ensure the safe and sanitary operation of the establishment.
      • Sanitizer levels are not being monitored and recorded.
    • The premises is free of pests.
      • Premises has signs of rodent activity.
  7. Routine

    0 infractions

  8. Routine

    5 infractions

    • Operation and maintenance of premises is in accordance with approved floor plans and specifications.
      • Construction or alteration have occurred without approval.
      • Equipment or materials not required for the operation are stored on the premises.
    • The Permit to Operate a food service establishment is valid and is posted in a conspicuous location.
      • Permit to Operate is not posted in a conspicuous location.
    • Food is handled in a sanitary manner and is not subject to contamination.
      • Food is in contact with un-sanitized surfaces or utensils.
    • All equipment, food contact surfaces, utensils, dishes & glasses used on the premises are washed and sanitized in a manner that removes contamination.
      • Mechanical dishwasher/glasswasher does not provide sufficient washing and/or sanitizing action to remove contamination.
    • The premises is free of pests.
      • Premises has signs of rodent activity.

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Reviews

Reviews provided by Google Maps
  • a

    Food is decent, but overpriced. Garlic chicken melt sandwich 8/10 Grilled cheese 7/10, normal basic Tomato jam weird…

  • Alexander Hunt

    Good place to go to meet with friends and acquaintances from classes. It is located directly inside the Sauder Business building. It is about a 5-8 minute walk from the UBC Bus loop. It is a 2-3 minute walk from the West Parkade. It is a 10 minute walk from the parking lot next to Thunderbird residences/ Orchid Commons student residences. There are lots of students and faculties staff here with hot and cold beverages and bite-sized food. Staff is friendly and courteous. There are limited amount of seating. The prices are reasonable but not attractive. The spicy pulled pork burger tastes okay, but expensive and small portion. I guess the cafe is more known for its convenience and drinks rather than food options. I would go to the Loafe Café in the Alumni building for more food options.

  • Hugo M

    Service was slow and took me a long time to receive my order. After I received my sandwich, I opened the box and realized that they gave me the wrong sandwich (and on top of that it was cheaper than the one I have ordered). Not only I overpaid for my order but this also shows the overall lack of care for service at this Café. It was not busy. They had two orders and they still managed to mess it up. The atmosphere is great and the people serving were friendly but they need to pay more attention to what they are serving to their customer.

  • Nima Karimi

    Cozy Café at UBC – Great Brunch (maybe breakfast :) ) Stopped by Loafe Café for brunch and loved it. The latte chai and breakfast sandwich were both delicious and well-made. The space is good for a break or quiet study time. Highly recommend if you're around UBC!

  • Reenu Nandan

    Absolutely good vibes. Coffee and pastries is delicious 😋 😍. Good choices and price is reasonable.

  • a

    Food is decent, but overpriced. Garlic chicken melt sandwich 8/10 Grilled cheese 7/10, normal basic Tomato jam weird…

  • Alexander Hunt

    Good place to go to meet with friends and acquaintances from classes. It is located directly inside the Sauder Business building. It is about a 5-8 minute walk from the UBC Bus loop. It is a 2-3 minute walk from the West Parkade. It is a 10 …

  • Hugo M

    Service was slow and took me a long time to receive my order. After I received my sandwich, I opened the box and realized that they gave me the wrong sandwich (and on top of that it was cheaper than the one I have ordered). Not only I …

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