Sidebar Grill

B100 - 20018 83A Ave, Langley · Restaurant

11 inspections

1. Follow-Up InspectionJun 1, 2026

   0 infractions

2. Routine InspectionMay 13, 2026

   2 infractions

   • 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
     • Observation: Salad prep cooler measured between 7 and 8 C. Temp logs missing for today, but show within range for earlier this week. Turn dial to colder or coldest setting to ensure products stay below 4 C. Monitor and record temperatures for both morning and afternoon cycle.
     • Corrective Action(s): Reduce food volumes for dressings and cheeses on the top inserts as discussed. Control volumes of food stored in these inserts and discard after each rush until unit is confirmed properly functioning. Have serviced if needed.
     • **Email me results of the monitoring process and when servicing completed if necessary.
     • Violation Score: 5
   • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
     • Observation: Minor fruit fly population noted in kitchen area. Most noted under stairs as discussed. Ceramic tile boxes rotting away. Observed some discoloration in the floor at the very back of this space so possibly this area gets wet. Rotting paper is a good food source for fruit flies. Make sure everything is dry in this space.
     • **There is a prep sink in the back corner of the kitchen that is fitted with an open drain just below the tailpipe and above the p trap. This should be a closed system and could be a source of fly breeding.
     • Corrective Action(s): Clean up under the stairs as noted in previous inspection. Remove the open drain basket under the prep sink and make a closed system. Make sure water is not left ponding anywhere in the kitchen so breeding opportunities are minimized.
     • Violation Score: 3
     • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
     • Observation: A) Observed cloths used on shelving in prep area of kitchen, possibly there to replace or substitute cleaning.
     • B) Floor below dishpit quite built up with crystalized chemicals, and as such, staff are not adequately cleaning this area.
     • C) Floor under raw proteins in walk-in cooler pretty dirty.
     • Corrective Action(s): Clean up these areas as discussed. Make sure the chemical feed lines and system are not leaking chemicals onto the floor making cleaning difficult. Have contracted supplier perform servicing as discussed.
     • Violation Score: 3
3. Routine InspectionOct 16, 2025

   1 infraction

   • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
     • Observation: Minor mouse activity noted. Droppings in stairway cubby may be old, but the tiles in cardboard boxes may contribute to harbourage, and seasonally if the boxes become wet (like they were in the summer) the cellulose may become a food source for the drain/fruit flies.
     • Some mouse activity noted on the dry food storage shelving, especially at the boxes of nuts area. These boxes have been adulted by the mice and were thrown out.
     • Light traps have been purchased to manage flies. Very few flies noted, but we've now entered 'off season'.
     • Corrective Action(s): A) Move boxes of tiles out of this space as discussed. Get pest control to palce trap(s) in this space and monitor. Make sure this space gets periodic cleaning to control the debris in this space.
     • B) Any grains, nuts, sugars etc. should be placed in proper containers with tight fitting lids as discussed.
     • Violation Score: 3
4. Follow-Up InspectionJul 16, 2025

   1 infraction

   • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
     • Observation: Significant fruit fly population noted in keg storage space below stairs. Significant. Observed boxes of unused construction material that has become moisture laiden and a great breeding ground for the fruit flies. The dirty dust pans may also be a good breeding grounds for the flies. I think the kegs are actually a secondary concern to the breeding.
     • Corrective Action(s): Given the extent of the fruit flies in the above space remediation should be a step by step process as discussed. Get Pest Control technician in to consult with the issue. Knock down the adult population; clear out and clean out and dry out the storage space as discussed. Keep this space clean and dry. Apply cleaning chemical as discussed to top rim of kegs as added tool to address possible breeding grounds.
     • Once this space is cleaned and re-organized address the dishpit and general floor drains as potential secondary breeding areas. This cleaning should be daily until flies eliminated. Target moist areas under containers, trays and/or legs of equipment where moisture and food debris mix and become a biomat-like slurry.
     • **Use the foam applicator to target moist but difficult areas to reach.
     • Follow up in one month.
     • Violation Score: 9
5. Routine InspectionJul 11, 2025

   2 infractions

   • 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
     • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): No viable disinfectant in use
     • Corrective Action(s): Disinfectant Dispenser concentrate replaced, disinfect food processing areas and surfaces.
     • Solution tested, at required 200 ppm Quats
     • Violation Score: 25
   • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
     • Observation: 1. Food products are kept uncovered for food processing needs, material such as potentially soiled Beer Kegs and wine bottles are kept in same walk-in cooler. The food products are cooled by recirculating air, food products are prone to contamination via cooler air circulation. Walkin cooler wall near alcohol has debris and possible mould.
     • 2. Foods are processed in a common area and surfaces, the disinfectant in use had zero active ingredient at per test strip, Further the disinfectant dispenser was in functional order.
     • Disinfectant active ingredient testing strips where not available or viable for use, improper storage and environmental element exposure.
     • Corrective Action(s): Prevent food product contamination in walkin cooler by changing processes of storage and cleaning walk-in cooler walls floors and cooling fan unit.
     • Disinfectant concentrate connected to dispenser, disinfect all common areas and surfaces immediately.
     • Test disinfectant routinely, replace solution in spray bottles routinely, Keep wiping cloths in disinfectant between use, change disinfectant solution every 2 to 4 hours
     • Disinfect all food contact surfaces
     • Disinfect common areas and food contact surfaces.
     • Disinfectant concentrate connected to dispenser
     • Violation Score: 15
     • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
     • Observation: Pests observed
     • Corrective Action(s): Corrective action discussed.
     • Violation Score: 9
     • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
     • Observation: Flies and fruit flies observed and other pest indicators
     • Corrective Action(s): Clean areas of food debris, dust and residue and then disinfect, eliminate acess points and traffic ways.
     • Clean surfaces in bar area routinely, drain are rinsed routinely.
     • Violation Score: 9
6. Follow-Up InspectionMar 17, 2025

   1 infraction

   • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
     • Observation: (1) Old mice droppings noted around permimeter of hot water tank.
     • (2) Food debris and residue noted in corner of walk in cooler floors (by the kegs).
     • Corrective Action(s): (1) Remove mice droppings. Clean and sanitize (with bleach solution) affected area.
     • (2) Pull out shelves and deep clean area.
     • Date to be corrected by: Today
     • Violation Score: 3
7. Routine InspectionMar 11, 2025

   2 infractions

   • 206 - Hot potentially hazardous food stored/displayed below 60 °C. [s. 14(2)]
     • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): (1) Corn grits, mashed potatoes, and spinach dip internal temperature measured at 48C, 55
     • C, and 54C. Items were placed into hot holding over 2 hours ago. Unit temperature displayed 57C/135F.
     • (2) Vodka cream sauce internal temperature measured at 50C. Item was placed hot holding for less than 2 hours
     • Corrective Action(s): (1) Corn grits, mashed potatoes, and spinach dip discarded during the inspection. Unit was adjusted - temperqature measured at 60C/140F. *Ensure hot holding unit is at 60C/140F BEFORE placing reheated foods inside.
     • (2) Vodka cream sauce reheated to 74C/165F during the inspection. Unit was adjusted - temperqature measured at 60C/140F. *Ensure hot holding unit is at 60C/140F BEFORE placing reheated foods inside.
     • Violation Score: 5
     • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
     • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Food splatter/debris observed on a clean plate and handle of clean pan in dry storage.
     • Corrective Action(s): Plate and pan were placed into the dishpit to be washed/sanitized during the inspection.
     • Violation Score: 5
     • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
     • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): (1) Handsink between kitchen prep coolers missing liquid soap.
     • (2) No paper towels in bar handsink paper towel dispenser.
     • Corrective Action(s): (1) Staff located liquid soap for the handsink during the inspection.
     • (2) Staff restocked paper towels during the inspection.
     • Violation Score: 5
   • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
     • Observation: (1) Foods (eg. coffee, spices, etc.) stored on the flor beneath shelves in the upstairs dry storage.
     • (2) Soft drinks stored on the floor beneath shelves in the walk in cooler.
     • Corrective Action(s): Store all foods off the floor (6 inches) to protect from contamination and to facilitate cleaning.
     • Date to be corrected by: Today
     • Violation Score: 3
     • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
     • Observation: (1) Food debris/splatter, grease accumulation, and/or water spillage noted:
     • - underneath dishwasher (sludge)
     • - floors (eg. underneath shelves) of the walk in cooler
     • - side of the handsink beside the cooking line
     • - floors of the deep frying area
     • (2) Old mice droppings noted in the following areas:
     • - underneath dishwasher
     • - underneath dry storage shelf (hallway)
     • - floor perimeter of hot water tank room and around the hot water tank
     • Corrective Action(s): (1) Thoroughly clean and sanitize noted areas.
     • Date to be corrected by: Today
     • (2) Remove mice droppings. Clean and sanitize affected areas with bleach solution. Continue to work with pest control company and follow their reccomendations.
     • Date to be corrected by: Today
     • Violation Score: 3
     • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
     • Observation: No hot water detected in upstairs washrooms (staff/public).
     • Corrective Action(s): Have hot water available in upstairs washrooms.
     • Date to be corrected by: As soon as possible
     • Violation Score: 3
8. Routine InspectionOct 10, 2024

   2 infractions

   • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
     • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Primary handwash station not adequately stocked as discussed. Some of the handwash stations at the bar were lacking either soap or paper towels. Discussed and corrected.
     • Corrective Action(s): Make sure paper towel dispenser as primary handwash station on cookline is always stocked.
     • Install a proper soap dispenser at primary handwash station as discussed. Pump dispenser is ok for short term, but the present method of dispensing soap is not. Review at next inspection.
     • Violation Score: 5
   • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
     • Observation: Mouse droppings noted in following areas:
     • - back door or hot water tank room;
     • - on a selection of shelves in dry food storage area;
     • - floor of kitchen in hard to reach areas and behind equipment, especially in kitchen prep corner.
     • Corrective Action(s): Seal holes and access points to limit movement of mice. Target the back door, around the hot water tank, and door frame to this area as discussed. Also target floor/wall in prep corner as discussed.
     • Violation Score: 3
     • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
     • Observation: The following areas of premises noted with accumulations of food and/or moisture build up, some of which has been left to become stagnant and bioslimy:
     • - Dishpit floor, especially under dishwasher tray supporting chemicals;
     • - Floor to the left of mop sink (monitor mop room enclosure as possible source of water leak to surrounding floor);
     • - Walk-in cooler floor under raw proteins and sauces;
     • **Floor in hard to reach areas, in corners, and under equipment observed with mouse droppings, many likely old. If they are left then they can mix with water to create odours and more bioslimes, and make it difficult for pest control to identify target areas of pest traffic.
     • Corrective Action(s): Clean up above noted parts of the kitchen as discussed. Improve cleaning frequency or quality to prevent build up.
     • Violation Score: 3
9. Follow-Up InspectionMar 12, 2024

   1 infraction

   • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
     • Observation: Some mouse activity noted in premises, but significantly reduced. Back door area still has some eaten away access points present. Showed operator. Mostly along bottom of wall on hot water tank side of room.
     • Corrective Action(s): Continue to block off entry points with steel/copper wool and expandable for to secure in place. Increase trapping. Get Pest Control to provide recommendations on further control in this area.
     • **Continue to place all dry food in stoarage in containers that will be difficult for mice to access.
     • Violation Score: 3
10. Routine InspectionFeb 28, 2024

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Dishwasher not feeding sanitizer through the system. Priming is not moving chemicals through the system. Looks like pink solution is in the transport line? Notified manager and service technician called. Will be there early pm.
      • Corrective Action(s): Do not use dishwasher until it is working properly. Staff notified.
      • Have unit serviced immediately and working today.
      • Verify continued function at follow up inspection noted.
      • Violation Score: 15
    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Mouse activity noted in kitchen and upstairs storage area. Minor volume of droppings on lower shelves. Minor to moderate activity in kitchen area.
      • Corrective Action(s): Make sure staff clean and sanitize all shelving units where rodent activity is noted. Droppings.
      • Make sure all dry food is stored in containers to protect against rodent adultration.
      • Make sure to improve cleaning and sanitation practices in kitchen to remove food sources used by the mice.
      • COntinue with Pest COntrol to trap.
      • Continue to identify access points and block off as discussed.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Multiple areas in the kitchen observed dirty and/or disorganized. These include:
      • - under shelves at dishpit, under dishwasher;
      • - under counters, around legs, and in hard to reach areas in secondary food prep station;
      • - below shelves by back door;
      • - cookline floor in general;
      • - Walk-in cooler floor under shelves;
      • Boxes of various sorts on floor in kitchen impacting general cleaning;
      • Corrective Action(s): - Clean up and make sure staff follow sanitation plan as discussed.
      • - Improve organization such that there are no food containers or boxes on floor and minimal milk or other crates keeping food off floor. This is impacting cleaning.
      • Review at follow up inspection date noted.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 309 - Chemicals, cleansers, & similar agents stored or labeled improperly [s. 27]
      • Observation: Several spray bottles in use not labelled at all. Staff confused with contents.
      • Sanitizer spray bottles on cookline empty. Not reviewed by staff at beginning of day.
      • Corrective Action(s): All spray bottles must be clearly labelled as to their contents.
      • Staff must check for sanitizer spray bottles at each station at the beginning of the day.
      • Check at follow up inspection date noted on report.
      • Violation Score: 3
11. Follow-Up InspectionAug 16, 2023

    0 infractions