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The Spice Root Indian Cuisine

106 - 4841 Delta St, Delta · Restaurant

Official record from Fraser Health →

Inspection summary

The Spice Root Indian Cuisine has been inspected 7 times by Fraser Health Authority since June 7, 2023. The most recent inspection, on August 27, 2026, recorded 1 infraction.

1 of 7 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 2 inspections with 2 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Protecting food from contamination, Cleaning and sanitizing and Pests.

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.

  • Protecting food from contaminationHigher risk

    This covers how food is stored, prepared and displayed: raw meat kept away from ready-to-eat food, food covered and stored off the floor, and nothing dripping or splashing into it. Cross-contamination from raw to cooked food is a direct route for salmonella and E. coli.

    Recorded 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on August 27, 2026. For example: 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]

  • 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 September 3, 2025. For example: 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]

  • 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 once on February 12, 2025. For example: 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]

  • 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 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on September 3, 2025. For example: 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]

  • Other findingsLower risk

    Findings that do not fit the categories above, such as follow-ups that confirm an earlier violation was corrected, or requirements specific to this type of facility.

    Recorded once on June 24, 2024. For example: 202 - Food not processed in a manner that makes it safe to eat [s. 14(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.

7 inspections

  1. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: Food Storage: Double stacking of uncovered storage containers noted. Utensils/spatulas being stored inside of storage containers.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure all food items are being stored in covered, food grade containers. Utensils are not permitted to be stored inside of containers.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Food/debris noted along ceiling vents, behind dough machine, on walls, etc.
      • Corrective Action(s): Provide thorough cleaning.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
      • Observation: Structurally: Deteriorating surfaces noted.
      • Corrective Action(s): Continue efforts to upgrade deteriorating work surfaces throughout facility.
      • Violation Score: 3
  2. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: Food Storage: Uncovered food items noted, dispensing and utensils being stored inside of food containers.
      • Corrective Action(s): Enquire all food items are being stored in covered, food grade containers. No double stacking of containers without proper fitting lids.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Sanitation: Food/debris noted along walls, behind equipment, ceilings/vents soiled with dust, etc.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean and organize facility.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
      • Observation: Structurally: deteriorating surfaces noted.
      • Corrective Action(s): Continue efforts to upgrade deteriorating surfaces. (ie: walls. counters, new paint, etc)
      • Violation Score: 1
  3. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Utensils soiled with food debris/utensils soiled during storage. Wiping cloth storage discussed.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure all food contact surfaces are cleaned/disinfected after use and stored in a Sanitary Manner> (ie: higher shelves). Ensure wiping cloths, used on food contact surfaces are being stored in a sanitizer at all times.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Food/debris noted along walls - behind equipment. Ceiling tiles soiled with dust, etc.
      • Corrective Action(s): Cleaning of "hard to reach" areas is to be conducted routinely.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: Condenser leak noted in walk in cooler.
      • Corrective Action(s): Repair leak. Ensure no food items are being stored below leak.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
      • Observation: Structural: deteriorating surfaces noted.
      • Corrective Action(s): Continue efforts to upgrade deteriorating surfaces.
      • Violation Score: 1
  4. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Rodent droppings noted below/behind freezers, upright fridge, manual dishwash sink, etc.
      • Corrective Action(s): Implement a rodent control program. Seal all entry points - bait/trap. Retain the assistance of a rodent control program.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Food/debris noted below/under/behind the freezers, disshwash sink, etc.
      • Corrective Action(s): Provide thorough cleaning along walls - behind/under equipment, etc.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
      • Observation: Structurally: Continue efforts to keep all surfaces in good repair.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Violation Score: 1
  5. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 202 - Food not processed in a manner that makes it safe to eat [s. 14(1)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Food Dye : External Use only noted on site. Removed.
      • Corrective Action(s): All food/ingredients provided on site, must be for human consumption.
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Wiping cloth storage review. No sanitizer.
      • Corrective Action(s): New wiping cloth bucket provided.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Food/debris noted behind freezer (prep area), ontop of cook lines, etc.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean and organize facility.
      • Violation Score: 3
  6. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  7. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Too many cloths noted on site. Not properly stored in a sanitizer.
      • Corrective Action(s): Limit the n umber of cloths being used on site. Cloths used on food contact surfaces must be stored in a sanitizer at all times!
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: Food items are being stored in opened, metal containers. Dispensing scoops are being stored inside of food storage containers.
      • Corrective Action(s): All food/ingredients are to be stored in covered, food grade containers. (not opened metal containers)
      • Dispensing scoops are not permitted to be stored inside of storage containers. Use of saran wrap discussed.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Food/debris noted behind/under equipment, lower shelves, etc.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure routine cleaning of all areas is being conducted. Hard to reach areas are to be cleaned regularly.
      • Violation Score: 3
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