Ramen Bella (Port Coquitlam)

18 - 2755 Lougheed Hwy, Port Coquitlam · Restaurant

13 inspections

Routine InspectionApr 8, 2026
1 infraction
- 501 - Operator does not have FOODSAFE Level 1 or Equivalent [s. 10(1)]
  - Observation: Operator's FOODSAFE Level 1 has expired.
  - Corrective Action(s): Ensure to obtain FoodSafe Level 1 certificate or its equivalent. Ensure to keep a copy of the new certificate on site.
  - Date to be corrected by: 1 month
  - Violation Score: 1
Routine InspectionOct 3, 2025
0 infractions
Routine InspectionMar 21, 2025
2 infractions
- 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 4 flats of eggs observed being held at room temperature (ie. ~18 C). Staff indicate that the eggs have been stored outside of refrigeration since yesterday evening.
  - Corrective Action(s): *Employee discarded the eggs at time of inspection
  - *Provided education on the correct procedures for storing shell eggs safely.
  - *Bulk supplies of eggs MUST be stored in the refrigerator at temps of 4 degrees Celsius or lower.
  - Violation Score: 5
  - 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: Dishwashing racks have a black residue on the plastic surface. This issue was identified in the previous inspection and has not been addressed.
  - Corrective Action(s): *Either scrub clean the dishwashing racks, removing all visible residue on the plastic, or;
  - *Replace dishwashing racks with new ones within 1 week.
  - Violation Score: 5
  - 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Paper towels are not available within reach of the hand-washing station. Wall-mounted paper towel dispenser is empty.
  - Corrective Action(s): Staff restocked the paper towel dispenser at time of inspection.
  - *Ensure hand-washing stations are kept stocked with soap and paper towels at all times. Restock the soap and paper towels immediately when they run out.
  - Violation Score: 5
- 312 - Items not required for food premises operation being stored on the premises [s. 18]
  - Observation: Items/equipment observed being stored in the premises that don't appear to be necessary for daily operations (eg. tools, old kitchen equipment, etc.)
  - Corrective Action(s): *Remove any/all items from the restaurant that aren't required for daily operations.
  - *The limited storage space available in the kitchen should be made available for storage of essential items
  - *Excessive equipment and clutter will interfere with safe operations and sanitary maintenance of the premises.
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionDec 19, 2024
1 infraction
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: 1) Soil & food debris accumulating on floors around kitchen perimeter.
  - 2) Black residue build-up observed on dishwashing trays for the low-temp dishwashing machine
  - Corrective Action(s): 1) Deep-clean the food premises, focusing on removing soil and debris from the hard-to-reach areas (ie. shelves & floor areas underneath the counters and large equipment).
  - 2) Manually scrub the dishwashing trays with a stiff-bristle brush and detergent to remove the residue buildup.
  - Violation Score: 9
Routine InspectionFeb 28, 2024
0 infractions
Routine InspectionSep 19, 2023
1 infraction
- 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Raw eggs placed at room temperature for more than 48 hours. 5 cartons (150eggs) of raw eggs discarded by staff at this time.
  - Corrective Action(s): Raw eggs must be stored in cooler at 4'C or below at all times. DO NOT store raw eggs at room temperature.
  - Violation Score: 15
Routine InspectionFeb 6, 2023
1 infraction
- 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Low temperature dishwasher had 0ppm chlorine measured after final rinse. Sanitizer bottle was empty at the time of the inspection. Staff did not understand the situation and advised the operator would be in soon.
  - Corrective Action(s): Operator was on site at the end of the inspection and replaced the sanitizer bottle. After priming the tube, the minimum level of chlorine (50ppm) was achieved at the plate level after final rinse.
  - Violation Score: 5
Follow-Up InspectionSep 1, 2022
0 infractions
Routine InspectionAug 24, 2022
1 infraction
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
  - Observation: Scoops stored in stagnant water.
  - Corrective Action(s): Ensure to have all scoops stored in ice water to prevent promoting pathogen growth on surface.
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
  - Observation: Ants observed from the back storage area.
  - Corrective Action(s): Do not leave any food debris left on floors/shelves/equipment overnight.
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
  - Observation: Accumulation of food debris observed on floors/wall joints/base moldings and shelves throughout the kitchen.
  - Corrective Action(s): Ensure all food debris are removed on a regular basis as discussed at this time.
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: Food debris and grease build up observed on floors underneath/behind large kitchen equipment.
  - Corrective Action(s): Deep cleaning is required for the facility. Ensure to have all items pulled out for a proper cleaning.
  - Violation Score: 3
Follow-Up InspectionNov 19, 2021
0 infractions
Routine InspectionNov 9, 2021
2 infractions
- 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Mac and Cheese measured at 20C prepared 4.5 hours ago. Operator volunteered to discard mac and cheese food item.
  - Corrective Action(s):
  - Violation Score: 5
- 210 - Food not thawed in an acceptable manner [s. 14(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 6 large pieces of frozen pork thawing in room temperature. Operator reloacted all frozen pork items into the cooler at the time of inspection. Ensure to thaw frozen items in the cooler or under cold running water.
  - Corrective Action(s):
  - Violation Score: 1
  - 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: Clutter observed in the kitchen area. Food debris and grease build up observed on the following locations:
  - - Around gas ranger
  - - On the shelves to the left of the gas ranger
  - - Sink (both 3 compartment and hand sink)
  - - Around fryer area
  - Corrective Action(s): Ensure kitchen is maintained in a sanitary manner.
  - Date To Be Corrected: Nov 16th
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
  - Observation: Under counter 2 door cooler left door was unable to close completely.
  - Corrective Action(s): Repair or replace door so that it is able to close completely
  - Date To Be Corrected: Nov 16
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 315 - Refrigeration units and hot holding equipment lack accurate thermometers [s. 19(2)]
  - Observation: No thermometers observed in the undercounter cooler.
  - Corrective Action(s): Ensure all cooling units are equipped with thermometers to facilitate proper temperature monitoring.
  - Date To Be Corrected: Nov 16
  - Violation Score: 1
  - 502 - In operator’s absence, no staff on duty has FOODSAFE Level 1 or equivalent [s. 10(2)]
  - Observation: Employees unable to provide evidence of FoodSafe certification.
  - Corrective Action(s): Ensure staff carry FoodSafe certification during operational hours.
  - Date To Be Corrected: Nov 16th
  - Violation Score: 1
Routine InspectionMay 13, 2021
2 infractions
- 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Two door cooler temperature is probed at 6.1C
  - Corrective Action(s): Operator moved all cold potentially hazardous food to other adequate coolers within the premises. Service the two door cooler so that it is able to maintain a temperature lower than 4C. Please email EHO the invoice after cooler unit has been serviced
  - Violation Score:
  - 206 - Hot potentially hazardous food stored/displayed below 60 °C. [s. 14(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Spicy minced beef was stored in a hot hold unit measuring at 22C. Operator reported the spicy minced beet was prepared 3 hours ago. The insert with the spicy minced beef was placed ontop of another insert that was heated by the hot holding unit
  - Corrective Action(s): Operator discarded the spicy minced beef at the time of inspection. Hot potentially hazardous food must be maintained at or above 60C to prevent growth of pathogens. Do not place insert on top another insert.
  - Violation Score:
  - 303 - Equipment/facilities/hot & cold water for sanitary maintenance not adequate [s. 17(3); s. 4(1)(f)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Back door (screen door) open at the time of inspection.
  - Corrective Action(s): Operator closed screen door. Screen door must always remain closed to prevent pests entering the premise.
  - Violation Score:
  - 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): No paper towels were supplied at the handwash sink.
  - Corrective Action(s): Operator stocked single use paper towels at the time of inspection.
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Ladle, tongs, rice scoop, ice cream scoop, scissors were kept in a warm water bath at the time of inspection
  - Corrective Action(s): Operator removed all utensils and washed them in dishwasher. Operator replaced the water bath with ice water bath to prevent pathogens growth.
  - Violation Score:
Routine InspectionJun 30, 2020
0 infractions