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The Firehall Bistro

104 - 19237 122A Ave, Pitt Meadows · Restaurant

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Inspection summary

The Firehall Bistro has been inspected 16 times by Fraser Health Authority since December 10, 2012. The most recent inspection, on September 9, 2026, found no infractions.

8 of 16 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 3 inspections with 2 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Handwashing and staff hygiene, Cleaning and sanitizing and Chemicals and toxic substances.

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.

  • 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 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on December 13, 2023. For example: 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]

  • 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 August 26, 2026. For example: 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]

  • 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 October 31, 2017. For example: 309 - Chemicals, cleansers, & similar agents stored or labeled improperly [s. 27]

  • Building, plumbing and upkeepLower risk

    Floors, walls and ceilings must be smooth and clean, with working lighting, ventilation, plumbing, hot and cold water, and washrooms. These are rarely an immediate food-safety risk on their own, but persistent problems can lead to pest or sanitation issues.

    Recorded once on August 26, 2026. For example: 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]

  • Permits, records and postingLower risk

    Operating permits, required signage, written procedures and logs. These findings are administrative: the documentation was missing or out of date at the time of inspection.

    Recorded once on June 28, 2017. For example: 103 - Failure to hold a valid permit while operating a food service establishment [s. 8(1)]

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.

16 inspections

  1. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation: Found mildew growing on the side of the ice machine.
      • Corrective Action(s): Empty ice out, wash and sanitize bin to remove all mildew before refilling.
      • CORRECT: today
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Food debris is starting to build up on the floor in hard to reach areas behind and under equipment in kitchen and drystroage area. Food spillage noted inside some of the coolers. Grease is building up on handles cooler doors and drawers and all walls around dishwashing area.
      • Corrective Action(s): A thorough cleaning is required throughout the premises especially on the floors under equipment and shelving units (including in dry stroage), inside coolers, door and drawer handles and walls in the kitchen area.
      • Violation Score: 3
  3. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  4. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  5. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  6. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  7. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Hand washing station in main kitchen lacked soap. Chef stated that more of the soap for the style of dispenser is already on order and due to arrive tomorrow.
      • Corrective Action(s): Soap dispenser replenished during inspection.
      • Violation Score: 5
  8. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  9. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 501 - Operator does not have FOODSAFE Level 1 or Equivalent [s. 10(1)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Foodsafe certificate expired, operator enrolled staff for July 11th, 2022
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Violation Score: 1
  10. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  11. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Handwashing station outside of kitchen does not have paper towels and soap
      • All handwashing stations must be stocked with soap, paper towels and hot/cold running water so employees nmay adequately wash their hands. Stock up the hand washing station
      • Corrective Action(s):
  12. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Front-counter handsink was not stocked with liquid soap and paper towel. Front staff were using the kitchen hand sink, which may disrupt kitchen staff. Front-counter handsink re-stocked with soap and paper towel during the inspection.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Violation Score: 5
  13. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Ice machine had an accumulation of mould at the back (hard to reach) areas of the machine
      • Corrective Action(s): Staff emptied the ice machine and cleaned and sanitized it to remove the mould. Ensure that all areas of the ice machine are regularly cleaned
      • Violation Score:
      • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): There was no paper towel at the front staff handsink. Staff were using a hanging cloth to dry hands. This is unacceptable as cloths can become moist and create a breeding ground for pathogens.
      • Corrective Action(s): Staff placed paper towel at the hansink. Discontinue using cloths to dry hands
  14. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 309 - Chemicals, cleansers, & similar agents stored or labeled improperly [s. 27]
      • Observation: Bottle of (what was later identified as) sanitizer was unlabelled. Dispensing unit for chemicals at the two compartment sink also had two of three chemical dispensers unlabelled.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clearly label all chemical bottles and dispensing units for quick and accurate identification of all chemicals. Due by tomorrow.
      • Violation Score: 3
  15. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 103 - Failure to hold a valid permit while operating a food service establishment [s. 8(1)]
      • Observation: Permit fee for this fiscal year has not been paid so permit is not vaild
      • Corrective Action(s): Pay amount shown on provided letter.
      • Violation Score: 1
  16. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

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