Pearl Hot Pot
7154 Sperling Ave, Burnaby · Restaurant
17 inspections
- Routine Inspection
0 infractions
- Routine Inspection
0 infractions
- Routine Inspection
1 infraction
- 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
- Observation: Some rodent droppings observed underneath metal counter in kitchen as shown to manager on site
- Corrective Action(s): Remove droppings and sanitize affected areas with bleach
- Correct by: immediately
- Violation Score: 9
- 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
- Routine Inspection
2 infractions
- 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
- Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Bleach sanitizer solutions used for the front of the house measured >200ppm chlorine.
- Corrective Action(s): Food contact surface sanitizer must be 100-200ppm chlorine. Dilute solutions.
- Violation Score: 5
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
- Observation: Walk-in cooler fan covers appear caked in dust.
- Corrective Action(s): Clean the fan covers to protect stored food from contamination.
- Date to be corrected by: 1 week
- Violation Score: 3
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
- Observation: Rodent droppings seen under the rice warmers in front of the walk-in freezer. Pest proofing for the walls in this area is already in place.
- Corrective Action(s): Remove droppings. Monitor this area for any new entry points and seal immediately.
- Date to be corrected by: 1 week
- Violation Score: 3
- 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
- Follow-Up Inspection
0 infractions
- Routine Inspection
2 infractions
- 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
- Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): - Sliced green onions stored at room temperature.
- - Raw eggs stored at room temperature.
- Corrective Action(s): Discard all foods noted above. All cold potentially hazardous foods must be stored at < or = 4C at all times.
- Violation Score: 5
- 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
- Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Surface sanitizer in designated white bucket in the main kitchen measured 0ppm chlorine bleach concentration. Staff prepared new sanitizer at 100ppm chlorine bleach concentration.
- Corrective Action(s): Ensure that sanitizer is available at all times.
- Violation Score: 5
- 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
- Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Paper towels missing inside dispensers at front/back handwashing stations. Staff provided new rolls of paper towels.
- Corrective Action(s): Ensure to fully stock all dispensers with paper towels. Replace existing dispensers if unable to stock them with paper towels.
- Violation Score: 5
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
- Observation: - Build up of grease on the ventilation hood/exhaust system. Service date is overdue (February 2023), as per service stamp.
- - Build up of grease and dirt on ceiling tiles in the main kitchen.
- Corrective Action(s): Schedule for a professional cleaning of the noted equipment above. This will be verified during the next follow up inspection.
- Violation Score: 3
- 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
- Routine Inspection
2 infractions
- 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
- Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Ice shaver has mould growth within machine.
- Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize machine. Add this to your sanitation plan. Staff began cleaning at time of inspection.
- Violation Score: 5
- 402 - Employee does not wash hands properly or at adequate frequency [s. 21(3)]
- Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Staff observed to use personal phone with gloves on and then proceeded to prepare food without washing hands in between.
- Corrective Action(s): Directed staff to wash hands. Operator to ensure all staff wash hands at appropriate times.
- Violation Score: 5
- 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
- Observation: Minor amount of rodent droppings behind upright freezer.
- Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize areas where droppings are found. Be vigilant for mice as next door is undergoing renovations.
- Violation Score: 3
- 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
- Routine Inspection
1 infraction
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
- Observation: Syrups for drinks stored in back storage room with water heater.
- Corrective Action(s): Store all foods within food prep area of kitchen.
- Violation Score: 3
- 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
- Observation:
- 1) Rodent droppings noted along back of shelves of main work bench.
- 2) No ants noted at time of inspection, but facility is aware there were some and are working with pest control.
- Corrective Action(s):
- 1) Clean and sanitize areas where rodent droppings are noted with a 1:10 bleach solution. Ensure that all entryways are sealed and that no food is left exposed. Follow pest technician recommendations.
- 2) Maintain sanitation to reduce amount of ants and ensure that the recycled soda cans are removed promptly.
- Violation Score: 3
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
- Observation: Ice machine requires cleaning.
- Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize ice machine.
- Violation Score: 3
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
- Routine Inspection
1 infraction
- 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
- Observation: Mould build up in the ice machine.
- Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize ice machine and add this to your sanitation plan.
- Violation Score: 5
- 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
- Routine Inspection
1 infraction
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
- Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Raw shelled egg flats stored above ready-to-eat foods in the Walk-in cooler
- Corrective Action(s): Store raw eggs/meats/seafoods down and away from ready-to-eat foods such as on the bottom most shelf
- Violation Score: 3
- 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
- Observation: -2 table-top preparation coolers have been added in the kitchen area without prior approval
- -the hallway leading to the public washrooms has foods (soy sauce buckets) on the ground
- Corrective Action(s): -do not make structural changes without prior Health approval
- -keep foods off the floor either on shelf risers or multi-level shelf racks with lowest level at least >15cm off the ground for monitoring of pests underneath and cleaning purposes
- Violation Score: 3
- 315 - Refrigeration units and hot holding equipment lack accurate thermometers [s. 19(2)]
- Observation: The 2 new table-top preparation coolers in the kitchen require an accurate thermometer
- NOTE: the digital temperature readout is not adequate -temperature must be monitored at food level
- Corrective Action(s): Obtain a bar thermometer put at food level or an infrared temperature gun for taking daily food temperatures
- Violation Score: 1
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
- Routine Inspection
1 infraction
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
- Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Cup used for bulk food -rice.
- Corrective Action(s): Use scoopers lodged in the food handle-up to protect foods from hand contact
- Violation Score: 3
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
- Routine Inspection
2 infractions
- 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
- Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Cleaver stored between appliances: sink and counter despite there being plentiful space on the wall magnet and knife holders
- Corrective Action(s): Dishwash cleaver -do not store utensils in areas that cannot be cleaned and sanitized
- Violation Score: 5
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
- Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): -Raw eggs again stored above ready-to-eat foods (soda pop) in front display cooler
- NOTE: this was noted back on January 14, 2019 routine inspection
- -Perishables brought out at room temperature during rush periods are brought back in the fridge without time tracking
- NOTE: this was noted back on August 14, 2018 routine inspection
- -bowls in use for bulk foods
- -In-use utensils like the spatulas and serving spoons at waitress area are only dishwashed/changed daily
- Corrective Action(s): -Do not store raw meats/seafoods/eggs above ready-to-eat foods -store below to protect from leaks
- -Only bring out SMALL portions of perishables so they will be used up within 2 hours and therefore reducing the need to discard foods
- -Use scoopers lodged handle-up in the bulk food to better prevent direct hand contact
- -In-use utensils must be dishwashed/replaced at least every 4 hours
- NOTE: repeat infractions will require increased enforcement such as ticket(s) and/or closure
- Violation Score: 9
- 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
- Routine Inspection
1 infraction
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
- Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): -Raw meats stored directly on fridge wire racks -these racks are not regularly cleaned and sanitized
- -Raw eggs stored above ready-to-eat foods: drinks
- Corrective Action(s): -Protect your foods from contamination -store foods in their original packaging, washable containers
- -Keep raw eggs/meats/seafoods below ready-to-eat foods
- Violation Score: 3
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
- Observation: Area in the back next to the Hot Water Tank has debris
- Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize this area
- Violation Score: 3
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
- Routine Inspection
2 infractions
- 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
- Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Some perishables such as the hydrated noodles at room temperature during lunch rush are brought back into the fridge afterwards.
- Corrective Action(s): Only take out enough perishables you will use within 2 hours (small portions) -any leftovers discard -do not place back in the fridge
- Violation Score: 5
- 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
- Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Men's public washroom has no paper towels in dispenser
- Corrective Action(s): Properly stock your handwash sinks: paper towels dispensed, pumped soap, hot/cold water and clear for use
- Violation Score: 5
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
- Observation: Covers for condenser fans in Walk-in cooler are mold coverd/filthy
- Corrective Action(s): Clean more frequently to prevent the buildup
- Violation Score: 3
- 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
- Follow-Up Inspection
0 infractions
- Routine 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 the kitchen at time of inspection -all wiping towels left on counters
- Corrective Action(s): Keep your wiping towels in your sanitizer solution (>100ppm) when not being used.
- Violation Score: 5
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
- Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): AGAIN observed bulk food storage directly under sinks in the kitchen
- Corrective Action(s): Correctio Order issued -next enforceable step is ticketing: $345 per infraction
- Do not store foods directly under sinks -sinks have a tendency to leak non-potable water!
- Violation Score: 3
- 309 - Chemicals, cleansers, & similar agents stored or labeled improperly [s. 27]
- Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Rock salt stored right next to oil and wine in the back room
- Corrective Action(s): Cleaning chemicals or similar agents must be stored completely separate from foods and food related equipment.
- Violation Score: 3
- 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
- Observation: Foods again stored directly on the ground in the back and the dry storage rooms -REPEAT infraction
- Walk-in cooler -foods stored directly on the ground in the "walk-in" area
- Corrective Action(s): Obtain more multi-level shelves with the lowest level >15cm off the ground to ease cleaning underneath: for the back corridor and the dry storage room
- Any foods in the "walk-in" area must be on carts
- Violation Score: 3
- 315 - Refrigeration units and hot holding equipment lack accurate thermometers [s. 19(2)]
- Observation: Thermometers at food level are missing for all fridges -the digital thermostats may not be accurate fore stored food temperatures being
- Corrective Action(s): Obtain bar thermometers for walk-in cooler, 2-door undercounter fridge and 1-door display and maintain Daily Log Sheets for fridges and dishwasher
- Violation Score: 1
- 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
- Routine Inspection
1 infraction
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
- Observation: 1. Bulk foods stored directly under sinks in the kitchen.
- 2. Employee personal cups throughout kitchen area.
- 3. Some coverage lacking for foods in Walk-in cooler: Of note pre-made bowls of food.
- Corrective Action(s): 1. Do not store foods directly under sinks -sinks have a tendency to leak non-potable water. You should be storing your bulk foods in your Dry Storage Room.
- 2. No eating/drinking allowed in the kitchen! Employees are to eat in the back or front dining areas. Remove all personal cups in the kitchen
- 3. Ensure all foods are properly protected
- Violation Score: 9
- 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
- Observation: No Chlorine Test Strips available to monitor bleach sanitizer solutions
- Corrective Action(s): Obtain Chlorine Test Strips (keep in a dry place)
- Violation Score: 3
- 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
- Observation: Some foods stored directly on the ground in the back and dry storage rooms.
- No Daily Temperature Logs are being maintained for fridges and dishwasher.
- Corrective Action(s): Obtain more wire multi-level shelving units (lowest level must be >15cm off the ground). These are needed in the back area and Dry Storage Room -this will facilitate cleaning underneath and monitoring of pests.
- Maintain Daily Temperature Logs to better ensure your equipment is in good working order -templates provided.
- Violation Score: 3
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]