Thandi's
33 Canterbury Street, Saint John NB E2L 2C6 · Food Premises
Inspection summary
Thandi's has been inspected 4 times by New Brunswick Department of Health (Health Protection Branch) since February 8, 2024. The most recent inspection, on April 21, 2026, recorded 4 infractions.
None of the 4 inspections on record were free of infractions. In the past 12 months there were 2 inspections with 11 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Food temperature control, Chemicals and toxic substances and Cleaning and sanitizing.
Recent inspections have recorded more infractions than earlier ones, so it is worth reading the latest reports closely.
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 4 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on April 21, 2026. For example:
Refrigerated Storage (Temperature)
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 3 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on December 2, 2025. For example:
Detergents and Chemical Use and Storage
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 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on December 2, 2025. For example:
Food Contact Surfaces
Food source, labelling and allergensHigher risk
Food must come from approved suppliers, stay in labelled containers and be thrown out when it is spoiled or damaged, such as dented or swollen cans. Labelling matters for allergies: an unlabelled container can hide an allergen.
Recorded once on December 2, 2025. For example:
Acceptable Containers and Labeling
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 December 2, 2025. For example:
Hand Washing Station(s)
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.
4 inspections
- Routine Inspection
4 infractions
- Refrigerated Storage (Temperature)
- Refrigeration units must be able to maintain foods at 4°C (40°F) or less.
- 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.
- Eating Utensils and Dishes
- Utensils and dishes shall be stored in a manner so as to be kept clean and sanitary.
- Washroom(s)
- A sign shall be posted at all times in the washroom(s) used by staff reminding them that they must wash their hands each time they use the washroom.
- Refrigerated Storage (Temperature)
- Routine Inspection
7 infractions
- Acceptable Containers and Labeling
- Any prepared potentially hazardous foods wrapped in packages or stored in containers shall be labeled with the date of preparation.
- Cooling Methods
- Foods shall be cooled rapidly using quick chill methods such as shallow pans, ice wand, ice bath, refrigerator, etc.
- 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).
- Detergents and Chemical Use and Storage
- A suitable food grade sanitizer shall be available and at the recommended concentration.
- Washroom(s)
- A sign shall be posted at all times in the washroom(s) used by staff reminding them that they must wash their hands each time they use the washroom.
- Hand Washing Station(s)
- Dispensed soap (liquid or powder) shall be provided at hand washing station(s).
- Lighting
- Light fixtures where food can be contaminated shall be properly covered and/or shatter proof.
- Acceptable Containers and Labeling
- Routine Inspection
4 infractions
- Refrigerated Storage (Temperature)
- Thermometers shall be in all refrigerated areas.
- Dry Storage
- Foods shall be stored in a manner to prevent cross contamination (stored in impervious containers once opened, scoops kept out of bins, not directly on floor).
- 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 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).
- Refrigerated Storage (Temperature)
- Routine Inspection
3 infractions
- Detergents and Chemical Use and Storage
- A suitable food grade sanitizer shall be available and at the recommended concentration.
- Detergents and Chemical Use and Storage
- Sanitizer bottles must be properly labelled and available in sufficient quantity to encourage appropriate regular use.
- Walls (Construction and Maintenance)
- Walls shall be of sound construction and in good repair.
- Detergents and Chemical Use and Storage
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