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Saint John Ale House

1 Market Square, Saint John NB E2L 4Z6 · Food Premises

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Inspection summary

Saint John Ale House has been inspected 7 times by New Brunswick Department of Health (Health Protection Branch) since April 3, 2024. The most recent inspection, on October 14, 2026, recorded 9 infractions.

1 of 7 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 3 inspections with 12 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Food temperature control, Pests 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 6 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on October 14, 2026. For example: Refrigerated Storage (Temperature)

  • 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 6 times across 6 separate inspections, most recently on October 14, 2026. For example: Rodent and Insect Control

  • 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 4 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on October 14, 2026. For example: Mechanical Dishwashing

  • 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 once on April 3, 2024. For example: Detergents and Chemical Use and Storage

  • Equipment and utensilsLower risk

    Equipment has to be built from cleanable materials, kept in good repair and stored properly. These findings are mostly about upkeep, like a cracked shelf, a worn gasket or utensils stored the wrong way. They are generally lower risk but show how well the kitchen is maintained.

    Recorded 4 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on October 14, 2026. For example: Food Equipment (Design, Construction, Installation and Maintenance)

About this data

These results come from New Brunswick Department of Health (Health Protection Branch), 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

    9 infractions

    • Refrigerated Storage (Temperature)
      • Temperatures shall be recorded at least 2 times daily at acceptable intervals during operation and logs shall be easily accessible for review by inspectors.
    • Refrigerated Storage (Space)
      • Refrigerators (including surfaces, racks, trays, vents, shelves, etc.) shall be maintained such that it functions in the manner intended and can be easily cleaned and sanitized.
    • Demonstrating Knowledge
      • For Class 4, at least one person who holds a certificate confirming his or her successful completion of a food handler program as described in Section 39(1) of the Food Premises Regulation must be present at all times in the area of a food premises where and when food is being prepared.
    • Food Equipment (Design, Construction, Installation and Maintenance)
      • Non-food contact equipment shall be constructed from materials that are suitable for their intended purpose and are durable, easily cleaned and free from any undesirable substance.
    • Food Equipment (Design, Construction, Installation and Maintenance)
      • Non-food contact equipment shall be constructed from materials that are suitable for their intended purpose and are durable, easily cleaned and free from any undesirable substance.
    • Mechanical Dishwashing
      • If a chemical feed dishwasher is used testing strips shall be available to verify sanitizer concentration.
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Non-food contact equipment shall be kept clean and sanitary.
    • Lighting
      • Light fixtures where food can be contaminated shall be properly covered and/or shatter proof.
    • Rodent and Insect Control
      • There shall not be any signs of insects and/or rodents.
  2. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  3. Routine Inspection

    3 infractions

    • Refrigerated Storage (Space)
      • Refrigerators (including surfaces, racks, trays, vents, shelves, etc.) shall be maintained such that it functions in the manner intended and can be easily cleaned and sanitized.
    • Licence
      • A valid licence to operate a food premises shall be posted for the general public to see.
    • Rodent and Insect Control
      • There shall not be any signs of insects and/or rodents.
  4. Routine Inspection

    3 infractions

    • Refrigerated Storage (Space)
      • Refrigerators (including surfaces, racks, trays, vents, shelves, etc.) shall be maintained such that it functions in the manner intended and can be easily cleaned and sanitized.
    • Refrigerated Storage (Space)
      • Foods and their containers must not be overcrowded as to allow proper air circulation and prevent cross-contamination.
    • Rodent and Insect Control
      • There shall not be any signs of insects and/or rodents.
  5. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • Rodent and Insect Control
      • There shall not be any signs of insects and/or rodents.
  6. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • Rodent and Insect Control
      • There shall not be any signs of insects and/or rodents.
  7. Routine Inspection

    9 infractions

    • Refrigerated Storage (Temperature)
      • Refrigeration units must be able to maintain foods at 4°C (40°F) or less.
    • Food Equipment (Design, Construction, Installation and Maintenance)
      • Non-food contact equipment shall be constructed from materials that are suitable for their intended purpose and are durable, easily cleaned and free from any undesirable substance.
    • Food Equipment (Design, Construction, Installation and Maintenance)
      • Non-food contact equipment shall be located and maintained such that it functions in the manner intended and can be easily cleaned and sanitized.
    • Food Contact Surfaces
      • Food contact surfaces, equipment and utensils shall be maintained such that they function in the manner intended and can be easily cleaned and sanitized (e.g. scratched and scored cutting boards/utensils).
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Non-food contact equipment shall be kept clean and sanitary.
    • Detergents and Chemical Use and Storage
      • Staff must be able to demonstrate proper use of sanitizers and method for testing the solution.
    • Walls (Construction and Maintenance)
      • Walls shall be designed to facilitate effective cleaning and sanitation.
    • Ceilings (Constructions and Maintenance)
      • Ceilings shall be of sound construction and in good repair.
    • Rodent and Insect Control
      • There shall not be any signs of insects and/or rodents.

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