Purple Garden Restaurant

1551 Cedar Hill Cross Road, 138, Saanich, BC, V8P 2P3 · Food Premises

2 inspections

1. Follow-UpSep 14, 2026

   0 infractions

2. RoutineSep 3, 2026

   6 infractions

   • Critical Improper Cleaning, Sanitizing of Equipment and Utensils
     • No surface sanitizer available at time of inspection.
     • Operator made a 100ppm bleach solution during the inspection (corrected). Ensure an approved surface sanitizer (example: 50-100ppm bleach sanitizer) is available at all times.
   • Food Not Protected - General
     • Metal spoon stored inside a bucket of minced garlic; handle was completely submerged.
     • Operator removed spoon and placed in dishwashing area (corrected). Do not store metal spoons or utensils submerged and inside containers of food to prevent contamination from hands of food handler.
   • Food Not Protected - General
     • Multiple containers of food stacked on top of each other and not covered.
     • Operator covered all foods with lids and food grade plastic wrap (corrected). Do not stack containers of food without covers. Cover all foods with tight fitting lids or food grade plastic wrap to prevent potential contamination.
   • Improper Construction / Maintenance of Establishment
     • Buildup of grease and food debris located underneath storage table inside storage room closest to kitchen.
     • Complete a thorough cleaning of this area to remove a buildup of grease and debris.
   • Improper Construction / Maintenance of Establishment
     • Cardboard used to line area in front of deep fryer and shelving in cooler.
     • Operator discard all cardboard used to line surfaces and floors (corrected). Do not use cardboard to line floors or surfaces; this presents a fire hazard. All surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable.
   • Improper Construction / Maintenance of Establishment
     • Significant amount of clutter observed throughout premises; this includes items not required for food service such as car tires, paint supplies, and other household items.
     • Re-organize the items stored on the premises. Remove items not required for operating the facility. Significant decluttering required. Comments Routine inspection conducted today with operator. Coolers measured 4°C or below and freezers measured -18°C or below. Temperature logs up to date. Test strips available onsite. High temperature dishwasher measured 71.1°C at plate level. No signs of pest activity. Handsinks fully equipped.