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Mulligan's Japanese Kitchen

9001 Bill Fox Way, Burnaby · Restaurant

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Inspection summary

Mulligan's Japanese Kitchen has been inspected 11 times by Fraser Health Authority since September 27, 2012. The most recent inspection, on September 24, 2026, found no infractions.

4 of 11 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 3 inspections with 2 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Protecting food from contamination, Food temperature control and Pests.

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.

  • 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 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on January 22, 2026. 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 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on September 17, 2026. For example: 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]

  • 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 once on June 20, 2018. For example: 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]

  • Building, plumbing and upkeepLower risk

    Floors, walls and ceilings must be smooth and clean, with working lighting, ventilation, plumbing, hot and cold water, and washrooms. These are rarely an immediate food-safety risk on their own, but persistent problems can lead to pest or sanitation issues.

    Recorded once on September 27, 2023. For example: 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(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.

11 inspections

  1. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): -A few potentially hazardous foods (cooked chicken, cut vegetables) in inserts being only stored on ice -temperatures are at room temperature.
      • Operator indicates they are put there during the rush hour for about 2 hours then placed back in the Walk-in cooler
      • -Preparation cooler had a double layer of inserts -for the cut chicken -temperature at 12 deg C
      • Corrective Action(s): -Potentially hazardous foods inserts on ice is NOT a substitute for mechanical refrigeration.
      • After the 2 hours of storage on the ice table DISCARD any leftover foods -do not place back in the fridge
      • -Do not double stack preparation cooler inserts they are designed to keep cold only 1 layer of inserts
      • Violation Score: 15
      • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Paper towel dispenser in one of the public washrooms empty
      • Corrective Action(s): Replenish dispenser.
      • Ensure all handsinks are adequately stocked
      • Violation Score: 5
  3. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Ice scooper left in machine
      • Corrective Action(s): Do not leave in the ice machine as it will get buried -leave outside in a clean container or hanging outside on a hook
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
      • Observation: Name change has occurred
      • Menu/Food Safety Plans needed for the rebranding to Japanese them
      • Corrective Action(s): Re-submit application for re-issuing the permit
      • Submit Menu/Food Safety Plans for review
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 312 - Items not required for food premises operation being stored on the premises [s. 18]
      • Observation: An entire roller shelf and equipment in the back near the employee washroom is not being used.
      • Corrective Action(s): Remove equipment not in use for the business. Additional multi-level shelves will assist in organization for chef's pots/pans
      • Violation Score: 1
  4. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Observed raw fish stored abovce the alcohol in Walk-in cooler
      • Corrective Action(s): Store Raw seafood/meat/eggs below ready-to-eat foods
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 212 - Operator has not provided acceptable written food handling procedures [s. 23]
      • Observation: New Japanese theme for the restaurant -new menu
      • Corrective Action(s): Submit menu and Food Safety Plan and a copy of FOODSAFE Level 1 or equivalent for the main operator for review
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
      • Observation: Utility sink has been added to the front cooking line next to the handwash sink
      • NOTE: operator suggests removing the employee washroom and replacing with a mop sink and chemical storage -OK for this change
      • Corrective Action(s): Update the floor plans for your premise and submit to this office
      • Violation Score: 1
  5. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  6. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Some kegs in the Walk-in cooler have mold growth atop it
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean and disinfect. If the kegs are no longer in use remove from facility
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
      • Observation: Some of the handsinks are missing paper towel dispensers or the soap dispensers not affixed to the wall.
      • A few of the fluourscent bulb fixtures are missing shatter shields
      • Corrective Action(s): Prior to resuming food preparation services in this premise all handsinks must adequately stocked as well as shatter shields in place on all kitchen light fixtures
      • Violation Score: 1
  7. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 315 - Refrigeration units and hot holding equipment lack accurate thermometers [s. 19(2)]
      • Observation: - 2 door reach in cooler and worktop cooler (with drawers) were lacking thermometers
      • Corrective Action(s): - Supply thermometers to above noted coolers so that temperature of units can be monitored. To be corrected by: 26-Jul-2022
      • Violation Score: 1
  8. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: Mould build up on outside of beer lines in walk-in cooler.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize area noted.
      • Violation Score: 3
  9. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Mouse droppings observed in the following areas:
      • - on floors beside the dishwasher
      • - on shelving unit in the back storage room
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean the areas noted above. Ensure to sanitize all contact surfaces using bleach solution at min 100ppm concentration.
      • Correct by: Immediately.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation: Exposed dry wall behind the dishwasher.
      • Corrective Action(s): Patch the wall noted above. Walls and ceilings must be impervious to moisture and sealed.
      • Correct by: One week.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Build up of dirt on the ceiling and sides of the walk in cooler.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean the areas noted above.
      • Correct by: Immediately.
      • Violation Score: 3
  10. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  11. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

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