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Mesob Restaurant

7591 6th St, Burnaby · Restaurant

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Inspection summary

Mesob Restaurant has been inspected 6 times by Fraser Health Authority since January 8, 2024. The most recent inspection, on July 30, 2026, recorded 2 infractions.

None of the 6 inspections on record were free of infractions. In the past 12 months there were 2 inspections with 4 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Food temperature control, Protecting food from contamination and Handwashing and staff hygiene.

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.

  • 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 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on December 29, 2025. For example: 204 - Food not cooked or reheated in a manner that makes it safe to eat [s. 14(1)]

  • 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 December 29, 2025. For example: 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]

  • 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 once on July 30, 2026. For example: 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]

  • Permits, records and postingLower risk

    Operating permits, required signage, written procedures and logs. These findings are administrative: the documentation was missing or out of date at the time of inspection.

    Recorded 4 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on July 30, 2026. For example: 103 - Failure to hold a valid permit while operating a food service establishment [s. 8(1)]

  • Other findingsLower risk

    Findings that do not fit the categories above, such as follow-ups that confirm an earlier violation was corrected, or requirements specific to this type of facility.

    Recorded once on August 8, 2024. For example: 202 - Food not processed in a manner that makes it safe to eat [s. 14(1)]

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.

6 inspections

  1. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
      • 1) Front handwashing station does not have hot water.
      • 2) Back handsink had apron draped inside
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • 1) Use dump sink for now, and move all used cups into the kitchen for cleaning. Repair handsink.
      • 2) Handsink must be clear of all obstructions.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 103 - Failure to hold a valid permit while operating a food service establishment [s. 8(1)]
      • Observation: Permit fee ($150) for April 2026 - March 2027 outstanding.
      • Corrective Action(s): Pay permit fee as per demand letter, or Closure Order will be issued in 10 business days.
      • Violation Score: 1
      • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation: Kitchen is cluttered with items not required for business (owner has moved items from closed business across the street).
      • Corrective Action(s): Organize kitchen and remove items you don't need to facilitate cleaning
      • Violation Score: 3
  2. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 204 - Food not cooked or reheated in a manner that makes it safe to eat [s. 14(1)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 3 4L jugs of milk stored at room temperature
      • Corrective Action(s): Move to cooler
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 206 - Hot potentially hazardous food stored/displayed below 60 °C. [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
      • 1) Injeera toppings in small containers in microwave measured 40C
      • 2) Food in pot on stove measured 45C
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • 1+2) Food must either be kept at 4C and colder, or 60C and hotter.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: Raw eggs stored on top shelf of cooler
      • Corrective Action(s): Store raw eggs on bottom shelf
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Droppings noted under prep sink
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize kitchen.
      • Violation Score: 3
  3. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 103 - Failure to hold a valid permit while operating a food service establishment [s. 8(1)]
      • Observation: Permit fee for April 2025 - March 2026 outstanding. Invoice hand delivered.
      • Corrective Action(s): Pay permit fee.
      • Violation Score: 1
      • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Rodent droppings noted in back storage area near dishwashing
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize all areas where rodent droppings are noted.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation: Back door has gap at the bottom
      • Corrective Action(s): Install weatherstripping at bottom of the door to prevent pest entry.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: Front dump sink tap for hot water not working, cold water available.
      • Corrective Action(s): Repair so that sink gets both hot and cold running water.
      • Violation Score: 3
  4. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Flat of eggs on dry storage shelf.
      • Corrective Action(s): Eggs must be kept at 4C or colder.
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): No bleach sanitizer available.
      • Corrective Action(s): Bleach sanitizer made at time of inspection, measuring 100ppm chlorine.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 103 - Failure to hold a valid permit while operating a food service establishment [s. 8(1)]
      • Observation: Permit fee for $150.00 outstanding for April 2024 - March 2025.
      • Corrective Action(s): Pay permit fee within 10 business days or a Closure Order will be issued.
      • Violation Score: 1
      • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Mouse droppings noted along wall by microwave
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize kitchen.
      • Violation Score: 3
  5. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 202 - Food not processed in a manner that makes it safe to eat [s. 14(1)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
      • 1) Fermented butter mixture (qibe) noted at room temperature.
      • 2) Injeera dough fermenting at room temperature
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • 1) CORRECTION ORDER ISSUED - Item has been placed on HOLD until operator can demonstrate that item has been prepared in a safe manner. You must not give away, sell or serve this item.
      • 2) As discussed in previous inspection, the fermentatin process must be closely monitored. Food safety plan still required. Ferment in cooler.
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 204 - Food not cooked or reheated in a manner that makes it safe to eat [s. 14(1)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Injeera toppings noted at 50C.Staff stated that the injeera toppings are cooked in batches, stored in the fridge and reheated in the microwave as needed. Staff also stated the remainder was to be put back in the cooler.
      • Corrective Action(s): Discontinue this practice as this puts the food through the danger zone (4-60C) more than twice. Leftovers can only be re-used once. Discard the toppings.
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Both kitchen handwashing stations are missing paper towels.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure handwashing stations are fully stocked at all times.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 103 - Failure to hold a valid permit while operating a food service establishment [s. 8(1)]
      • Observation: Permit fee for April 2024-March 2025 outstanding.
      • Corrective Action(s): Pay permit fee within 10 business days or a CLOSURE ORDER will be issued.
      • Violation Score: 1
      • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: Pots of food stored directly on the floor.
      • Corrective Action(s): Do not store food containers on the floor as the bottom of the container will be contaminated (and will in turn contaminate food prep surfaces once placed on work tables).
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Rodent droppings noted behind shelving by food prep sink.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize area noted. Contract pest control has necessary.
      • Violation Score: 3
  6. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 204 - Food not cooked or reheated in a manner that makes it safe to eat [s. 14(1)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Injeera dough fermented at room temperature.
      • Corrective Action(s): Submit updated food safety plan regarding fermenting injeera dough. Fermentation processes must be closely monitored for temperature and pH. Until the updated plan is approved, ferment in the cooler.
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): No detectable sanitizer. Sanitizer bucket also kept in back dishwashing area.
      • Corrective Action(s): Keep sanitizer ready available in food prep area. Ensure sanitizer is at least 100-200ppm chlorine.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation:
      • 1) Raw chicken and eggs stored above vegetables.
      • 2) Ice scoop stored directly in ice.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • 1) Store raw eggs and meat below ready to eat foods and vegetables.
      • 2) Do not store ice scoop directly in ice as it can contaminate the ice.
      • Violation Score: 3

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