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The Med Restaurant/Splash

419 Rothesay Ave, Saint John NB E2J 2C3 · Food Premises

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Inspection summary

The Med Restaurant/Splash has been inspected 12 times by New Brunswick Department of Health (Health Protection Branch) since January 16, 2024. The most recent inspection, on July 29, 2026, recorded 4 infractions.

2 of 12 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 3 inspections with 8 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Cleaning and sanitizing, Food temperature control and Pests.

Recent inspections have recorded fewer infractions than earlier ones, so the record is improving.

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.

  • 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 14 times across 9 separate inspections, most recently on July 29, 2026. For example: Cleaning and Sanitizing

  • 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 9 times across 6 separate inspections, most recently on July 29, 2026. For example: Frozen Storage

  • 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 5 times across 5 separate inspections, most recently on July 29, 2026. For example: Rodent and Insect Control

  • 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 4 times on May 28, 2024. For example: Hand Washing Station(s)

  • 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 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on May 28, 2024. For example: Acceptable Containers and Labeling

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.

12 inspections

  1. Routine Inspection

    4 infractions

    • Frozen Storage
      • Freezers shall be kept in good repair, defrosted regularly, and kept clean.
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Non-food contact equipment shall be kept clean and sanitary.
    • 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.
  2. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • Food Contact Surfaces
      • Food contact surfaces, equipment and utensils shall be constructed from materials that are suitable for their intended purpose and are durable, easily cleaned and free from any undesirable substance.
  3. Routine Inspection

    3 infractions

    • Frozen Storage
      • Freezers shall be kept in good repair, defrosted regularly, and kept clean.
    • 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.
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Non-food contact equipment shall be kept clean and sanitary.
  4. Routine Inspection

    6 infractions

    • Frozen Storage
      • Foods shall be stored in a manner to prevent cross contamination (e.g. no raw above cooked, not directly on floor).
    • 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 constructed from materials that are suitable for their intended purpose and are durable, easily cleaned and free from any undesirable substance.
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Non-food contact equipment shall be kept clean and sanitary.
    • Washroom(s)
      • A food premises shall be equipped with or have access to a washroom for the use of staff that is located on the premises or in an area that can be conveniently accessed.
    • Rodent and Insect Control
      • There shall not be any signs of insects and/or rodents.
  5. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Non-food contact equipment shall be kept clean and sanitary.
    • Ceilings (Constructions and Maintenance)
      • Ceilings shall be of sound construction and in good repair.
  6. New Facility/ Licence Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 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).
  7. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  8. Routine Inspection

    6 infractions

    • Frozen Storage
      • Freezers shall be kept in good repair, defrosted regularly, and kept clean.
    • 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.
    • Mechanical Dishwashing
      • If a chemical feed dishwasher is used, a suitable (food grade) sanitizer shall be available and at the recommended concentration.
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Non-food contact equipment shall be kept clean and sanitary.
    • Floors (Construction and Maintenance)
      • Floors shall be designed to facilitate effective cleaning and sanitation.
    • Rodent and Insect Control
      • There shall not be any signs of insects and/or rodents.
  9. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

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

    14 infractions

    • Acceptable Containers and Labeling
      • Broken or cracked containers must not be used to store foods.
    • Cooling Methods
      • Foods shall be cooled rapidly using quick chill methods such as shallow pans, ice wand, ice bath, refrigerator, etc.
    • 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, a suitable (food grade) sanitizer shall be available and at the recommended concentration.
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Non-food contact equipment shall be kept clean and sanitary.
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Wiping cloths used for wiping food spills on food contact surfaces shall not be used for other purposes such as wiping raw foods and shall be routinely cleaned and when not in use kept in separate sanitizing solution which is maintained at an appropriate concentration.
    • Detergents and Chemical Use and Storage
      • Sanitizer solution shall be used in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions on the label (recommended strength and contact time).
    • Detergents and Chemical Use and Storage
      • Staff must be able to demonstrate proper use of sanitizers and method for testing the solution.
    • Hand Washing Station(s)
      • Hand washing stations shall not be used for any other purpose.
    • Hand Washing Station(s)
      • Paper towel shall be in a dispenser.
    • Hand Washing Station(s)
      • Hand washing stations shall be easily accessible and kept clear at all times.
    • Hand Washing Station(s)
      • Dispensed soap (liquid or powder) shall be provided at hand washing station(s).
    • 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.
  11. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  12. Routine Inspection

    5 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.
    • 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.
    • Holding Methods
      • Hot holding temperatures shall be checked regularly and recorded once during every 4 hours of operation (once food is placed in unit) and logs shall be available for inspector review.
    • Mechanical Dishwashing
      • If a high temperature dishwasher is used, a thermostat shall be available on the dishwasher to measure the rinse temperature.
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Food contact surfaces, equipment and utensils shall be kept clean and sanitary.

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