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Rivers Restaurant (Clearbrook Rd)

2073 Clearbrook Rd, Abbotsford · Restaurant

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Inspection summary

Rivers Restaurant (Clearbrook Rd) has been inspected 7 times by Fraser Health Authority since June 13, 2022. The most recent inspection, on September 17, 2026, found no infractions.

4 of 7 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 2 inspections with 2 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Food temperature control, Protecting food from contamination and Cleaning and sanitizing.

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.

  • 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 January 13, 2026. For example: 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]

  • 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 January 13, 2026. For example: 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]

  • 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 once on March 18, 2025. For example: 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]

  • 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 April 3, 2023. For example: 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]

  • 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 April 3, 2023. For example: 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]

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.

7 inspections

  1. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Four trays of raw eggs were stored at room temperature. Staff stated that the eggs were pulled from the walk-in cooler 30 minutes ago.
      • Corrective Action(s): Staff transferred the eggs back to the walk-in cooler unit.
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Knives observed stored between the space of the hot holding unit and the prep insert cooler unit. This is an unsanitary area for storing utensils.
      • Corrective Action(s): The knives were placed in the dishwashing area to be washed, rinsed, sanitized, and air dried.
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Food contact surface sanitizer registered <100 ppm QUATs.
      • Corrective Action(s): New food contact surface sanitizer was made that registered at 100 ppm chlorine.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Observed the of scoops without a proper handle (Bowl) stored directly in contact with cooked potatoes. This can present as a point of cross contamination.
      • Corrective Action(s): The bowl was removed from the potato, ensure to use scoops with proper handles.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Observed a mouse decomposing on a snap trap in the back area near the back door underneath the shelving.
      • Corrective Action(s): Remove the snap trap and decomposing mouse and thoroughly clean and sanitize the back area.
      • Correction date: Immediately
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Oil, grease, and food debris build-up noted underneath and between equipment in the cookline.
      • Corrective Action(s): Thoroughly clean and sanitize underneath and between equipment in the cookline, focus on hard to reach areas.
      • Correction date: 1 week
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: Source chemical dispenser for food contact surface sanitizer was not able to dispense minimum 200 ppm QUATs.
      • Corrective Action(s): Service, adjust, or repair the source chemical dispenser such that it can dispense minimum 200 ppm QUATs.
      • Correction date: 2 weeks
      • Violation Score: 3
  3. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  4. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Sandwich cooler beside the hot holding unit was measured at 7C
      • Corrective Action(s): Operator moved everything in the walk-in cooler, and please ensure all food items are stored on ice during service before the cooler is repaired
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: Cooler was measured at 7C
      • Corrective Action(s): please repaire the cooler to maintain temperature below 4C (date to be corrected by: March 21, 2025)
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
      • Observation: Broken tiles was observed underneath the dishwashing area
      • Corrective Action(s): Please seal/cover the broken tiles (April18, 2025)
      • Violation Score: 1
  5. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  6. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): paper towel dispenser (kitchen area) not working/ incorrect size of paper towel; hand towel cloth used
      • Corrective Action(s): provide paper towel at the hand sink and remove cloth towel
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation: gap on top of the back door
      • Corrective Action(s): install weatherstripping to close gap
      • Violation Score:
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: upright freezer not working; this was caught in time
      • all food now stored in the walk-in freezer
      • Corrective Action(s): repair equipment as this unit is required for the line
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
      • Observation: broken tile ont he wall (corner area beside upright cooler)
      • Corrective Action(s): replace broken tile for ease of cleaning
      • Violation Score: 3
  7. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

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