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NOOK AND CRANNY (THE)

627 PRINCE, TRURO · Food Establishment

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Inspection summary

NOOK AND CRANNY (THE) has been inspected 12 times by Nova Scotia Environment and Climate Change (Food Safety Program) since February 22, 2024. The most recent inspection, on October 5, 2026, recorded 1 infraction.

2 of 12 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 7 inspections with 17 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Cleaning and sanitizing, Pests and Chemicals and toxic substances.

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 10 times across 6 separate inspections, most recently on August 26, 2026. For example: 29(2)(a) A maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program must include procedures to ensure that all of the following are done: (a) the food establishment and equipment are maintained, cleaned and sanitized;

  • 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 8 times across 8 separate inspections, most recently on September 24, 2026. For example: 19(1)(e) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following: (e) that there is effective protection to prevent the access and sheltering of insects, rodents and other pests.

  • 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 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on October 5, 2026. For example: 19(1)(c) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following: (c) that the surfaces and materials are durable, non-toxic and are easy to maintain, clean and sanitize;

  • 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 once on August 11, 2026. For example: 19(1)(a) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following: (a) that the risk of contaminating the food is minimized;

  • 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 August 11, 2026. For example: 19(2)(b) A food establishment must provide all of the following in accordance with applicable legislation or as considered acceptable by the Administrator: (b) adequately designed and appropriately located hand-washing facilities;

About this data

These results come from Nova Scotia Environment and Climate Change (Food Safety Program), 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.

12 inspections

  1. Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 19(1)(c) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following:  (c) that the surfaces and materials are durable, non-toxic and are easy to maintain, clean and sanitize;
      • All surfaces in establishment must be smooth, durable, and in good condition to allow for proper cleaning and sanitizing.
  2. Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 19(1)(e) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following: (e) that there is effective protection to prevent the access and sheltering of insects, rodents and other pests.
      • Pest control measures must be taken to prevent birds from roosting on building. Exterior of building must be maintained in sanitary conditions.
  3. Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 19(1)(c) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following:  (c) that the surfaces and materials are durable, non-toxic and are easy to maintain, clean and sanitize;
      • All surfaces in establishment must be smooth, durable, and in good condition to allow for proper cleaning and sanitizing.
    • 19(1)(e) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following: (e) that there is effective protection to prevent the access and sheltering of insects, rodents and other pests.
      • Pest control measures must be taken to prevent birds from roosting on building. Exterior of building must be maintained in sanitary conditions.
  4. Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 19(1)(c) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following:  (c) that the surfaces and materials are durable, non-toxic and are easy to maintain, clean and sanitize;
      • All surfaces in establishment must be smooth, durable, and in good condition to allow for proper cleaning and sanitizing.
    • 19(1)(e) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following: (e) that there is effective protection to prevent the access and sheltering of insects, rodents and other pests.
      • Pest control measures must be taken to prevent birds from roosting on building. Exterior of building must be maintained in sanitary conditions.
    • 29(2)(a) A maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program must include procedures to ensure that all of the following are done: (a) the food establishment and equipment are maintained, cleaned and sanitized;
      • Wiping cloths used on food contact surfaces must be stored in sanitizer solution when not in use to prevent bacterial growth.
  5. Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 19(1)(a) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following: (a) that the risk of contaminating the food is minimized;
      • Food must be stored at least 6 niches up off the floor to prevent contamination.
    • 19(1)(e) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following: (e) that there is effective protection to prevent the access and sheltering of insects, rodents and other pests.
      • Pest control measures must be taken to prevent birds from roosting on building.
    • 19(2)(b) A food establishment must provide all of the following in accordance with applicable legislation or as considered acceptable by the Administrator: (b) adequately designed and appropriately located hand-washing facilities;
      • Handwashing sink must not be used for any other purpose other than handwashing. Sink must remain unobstructed at all times.
    • 29(2)(a) A maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program must include procedures to ensure that all of the following are done: (a) the food establishment and equipment are maintained, cleaned and sanitized;
      • Wiping cloths used on food contact surfaces must be stored in sanitizer solution when not in use to prevent bacterial growth.
    • 33(1) An operator must ensure that the temperature of food is controlled so that the food does not deteriorate or become inedible or unsafe.
      • Potentially hazardous foods must be stored at a temperature of 4C (40F) or colder to prevent bacterial contamination. If food is stored on ice, the container must be completely surrounded to maintain proper temperature. If food cannot be maintained at 4C (40F) or colder, time must be monitored to ensure food is not stored longer than 4 hours at this temperature and any remaining food after 4 hours must be discarded.
  6. Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 29(2)(a) A maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program must include procedures to ensure that all of the following are done: (a) the food establishment and equipment are maintained, cleaned and sanitized;
      • Bar dishwasher must dispense chemical sanitizer at an acceptable concentration for food contact surfaces. Test strips available on site must be used on a daily basis to verify.
  7. Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 29(2)(a) A maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program must include procedures to ensure that all of the following are done: (a) the food establishment and equipment are maintained, cleaned and sanitized;
      • Bar dishwasher must dispense chemical sanitizer at an acceptable concentration for food contact surfaces. Test strips available on site must be used on a daily basis to verify.
    • 29(2)(a) A maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program must include procedures to ensure that all of the following are done: (a) the food establishment and equipment are maintained, cleaned and sanitized;
      • Cutting boards must be planed or replaced as the surface is damaged to an extent that will compromise adequate cleaning and sanitizing
    • 29(2)(a) A maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program must include procedures to ensure that all of the following are done: (a) the food establishment and equipment are maintained, cleaned and sanitized;
      • Non food contact surfaces must be cleaned at a frequency that prevents the build up of dirt and food debris.
    • 29(2)(b) A maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program must include procedures to ensure that all of the following are done: (b) insects, rodents and other pests are controlled;
      • Large amount of fruit flies observed in bar area, ensure pest control measures are implemented to eliminate issue.
  8. Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 29(2)(a) A maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program must include procedures to ensure that all of the following are done: (a) the food establishment and equipment are maintained, cleaned and sanitized;
      • Bar dishwasher must dispense chemical sanitizer at an acceptable concentration for food contact surfaces. Test strips available on site must be used on a daily basis to verify.
    • 29(2)(a) A maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program must include procedures to ensure that all of the following are done: (a) the food establishment and equipment are maintained, cleaned and sanitized;
      • Cutting boards must be planed or replaced as the surface is damaged to an extent that will compromise adequate cleaning and sanitizing
    • 29(2)(a) A maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program must include procedures to ensure that all of the following are done: (a) the food establishment and equipment are maintained, cleaned and sanitized;
      • Non food contact surfaces must be cleaned at a frequency that prevents the build up of dirt and food debris.
    • 29(2)(b) A maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program must include procedures to ensure that all of the following are done: (b) insects, rodents and other pests are controlled;
      • Large amount of fruit flies observed in bar area, ensure pest control measures are implemented to eliminate issue.
  9. Inspection

    0 infractions

  10. Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 19(1)(e) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following: (e) that there is effective protection to prevent the access and sheltering of insects, rodents and other pests.
      • Screen door must be repaired to ensure all entrances are screened to prevent the entry of pests. Additional pest control methods must be utilized to eliminate flies in kitchen and downstairs storage areas. Methods to prevent roosting of birds on exterior of building must be utilized.
    • 29(2)(d) A maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program must include procedures to ensure that all of the following are done: (d) all waste streams in and surrounding the food establishment are managed.
      • Grease waste must be disposed of in a way that does not contaminate the surrounding environment.
  11. Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 19(1)(e) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following: (e) that there is effective protection to prevent the access and sheltering of insects, rodents and other pests.
      • Screen door must be repaired to ensure all entrances are screened to prevent the entry of pests. Additional pest control methods must be utilized to eliminate flies in kitchen and downstairs storage areas. Methods to prevent roosting of birds on exterior of building must be utilized.
    • 29(2)(a) A maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program must include procedures to ensure that all of the following are done: (a) the food establishment and equipment are maintained, cleaned and sanitized;
      • Bar dishwasher must be equipped with chemical sanitizer dispensed at appropriate concentration to properly sanitize glassware. Test strips available on site must be used daily to verify.
    • 29(2)(d) A maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program must include procedures to ensure that all of the following are done: (d) all waste streams in and surrounding the food establishment are managed.
      • Grease waste must be disposed of in a way that does not contaminate the surrounding environment.
    • 82(1) No person shall operate a food establishment, unless exempted by an administrator, without first having obtained a permit from an administrator.
      • Food Establishment Permit must be renewed with the department as soon as possible.
  12. Inspection

    0 infractions

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