Tong's Gourmet House

2080 - 1163 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam · Restaurant

14 inspections

1. Routine InspectionFeb 23, 2026

   1 infraction

   • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
     • Observation: Operator has indicated perishable food items were being stored at home temporarily.
     • Corrective Action(s): Cease storage of all perishable foods at home immediately. No perishable foods can stored outside of your food premises without approval. Home-based storage of perishable foods is prohibited under the Food Premises Regulation.
     • Violation Score: 9
2. Routine InspectionOct 1, 2025

   2 infractions

   • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
     • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Hand sink in kitchen was blocked at time of inspection with buckets in front of it and was not accessible.
     • Corrective Action(s): Staff removed items from in front of hand sink at time of inspection. Ensure this back hand sink is always available.
     • Violation Score: 5
   • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
     • Observation: Minor pest activitiy noted in the premises
     • Corrective Action(s): A few rodent droppings noted in corner of the cooking area. No professional pest control present on-site. Obtain a pest control service for monthly service of mice and cockroaches. Date to be corrected by: Oct 8, 2025
     • Violation Score: 3
     • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
     • Observation: Food debris build up present on food equipment around the stove area and under the cooking area
     • Corrective Action(s): Clean the cooking area to remove grease and food debris each day. Food/water/grease is a source of food for pests. Date to be corrected by: Today and ongoing
     • Violation Score: 3
3. Follow-Up InspectionFeb 11, 2025

   0 infractions

4. Follow-Up InspectionFeb 7, 2025

   1 infraction

   • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
     • Observation: Grease buildup observed inside vent
     • Corrective Action(s): Clean up the grease build up
     • Date To Be Corrected: Feb 10th
     • Violation Score: 9
5. Routine InspectionFeb 4, 2025

   2 infractions

   • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
     • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Operator unable to communicate proper manual dishware washing protocol
     • Corrective Action(s): 1) Scrape food
     • 2) Soap and water
     • 3) Rinse with water
     • 4) Sanitize with 50 ppm chlorine (Bleach)
     • 5) Air dry
     • Violation Score: 15
   • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
     • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Food stored directly on floor.
     • Corrective Action(s): Operator relocated all food stored directly on floor level
     • Violation Score: 9
     • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
     • Observation: Grease buildup observed inside overhead vent hood
     • Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize vent hood.
     • Date To Be Corrected: Feb 11th
     • Violation Score: 9
     • 501 - Operator does not have FOODSAFE Level 1 or Equivalent [s. 10(1)]
     • Observation: Operator unable to produce Foodsafe level 1 certification at the time of inspection
     • Corrective Action(s): Ensure to have Foodsafe level 1 certification
     • Date to Be Corrected: Feb 11th
     • Violation Score: 1
6. Routine InspectionMar 21, 2024

   0 infractions

7. Routine InspectionSep 13, 2023

   1 infraction

   • 211 - Frozen potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above -18 °C. [s. 14(3)]
     • Observation: Thick build up of ice observed in both freezers. Food temperature measured at -8'C.
     • Corrective Action(s): Ensure to have all ice removed and both units defrosted.
     • Violation Score: 1
8. Follow-Up InspectionMar 10, 2023

   0 infractions

9. Routine InspectionMar 3, 2023

   2 infractions

   • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
     • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Handwashing station in kitchen was blocked by tools and equipment, preventing access. As per staff sink was currently not in use as it required a repair.
     • Corrective Action(s): Ensure to have the sink repaired and free of obstruction as agreed at this time. Until then, use the front handwashing sink at close proximity.
     • Violation Score: 5
   • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
     • Observation: Raw meat stored on floor and above vegetables in the walk-in cooler.
     • Corrective Action(s): Ensure all foods are stored at least 6inch off the floor. Store all raw meats below and away from vegetables/ready to eat foods.
     • Violation Score: 3
     • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
     • Observation: Too many items were placed on floors throughout, allowing harbouring/breeding of pests.
     • Corrective Action(s): Ensure to have all items stored above the floors as discussed at this time.
     • Violation Score: 3
     • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
     • Observation: Facility requires a major cleaning and reorganization.
     • Corrective Action(s): Remove any items that are no longer in use. Declutter and reorganize the entire facility (front/kitchen).
     • Violation Score: 9
     • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
     • Observation: Handwashing sink requires a repair.
     • Corrective Action(s): Ensure to have the sink repaired.
     • Violation Score: 3
     • 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
     • Observation: Handwashing sink in kitchen was blocked by other tools/equipment.
     • Corrective Action(s): Ensure to have the sink accessible at all times, as this is the only designated handwashing station in kitchen.
     • Violation Score: 1
10. Routine InspectionOct 17, 2022

    1 infraction

    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: Canned foods observed in walk-in cooler. Small container of raw meat stored above vegetables.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure to have all canned foods transferred to food grade containers once opened. Ensure to have all raw meat/seafood stored below vegetables and ready to eat foods at all times.
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 211 - Frozen potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above -18 °C. [s. 14(3)]
      • Observation: Small chest freezer at front operating at -7'C.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure to have the unit defrosted.
      • Violation Score: 1
11. Routine InspectionJun 14, 2019

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Wiping cloths are being used in the kitchen area without a sanitizer solution.
      • Corrective Action(s): Operator prepared a chlorine sanitizer solution (bleach & water) to store the wiping cloths. Ensure to use the sanitizer solution at all times with the wiping cloths to kill bacteria on food-contact surfaces.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 312 - Items not required for food premises operation being stored on the premises [s. 18]
      • Observation: Kitchen area appears cluttered with various items/equipment that do not appear to be used regularly
      • Corrective Action(s): Remove any items/equipment that are non-essential to the daily operations of the food premises. These items take up the storage space in the kitchen and can impede cleaning efforts.
      • Violation Score: 3
12. Routine InspectionNov 7, 2018

    1 infraction

    • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Minor accumulation of soil/debris noted in hard-to-access location (ie. underneath/behind cooking equipment, large appliances, shelving, etc.)
      • Corrective Action(s): Increase cleaning frequency in hard-to-reach areas of the kitchen
      • Violation Score: 3
13. Routine InspectionMay 10, 2018

    1 infraction

    • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Both hand-washing sinks were obstructed with equipment at time of inspection, making access very difficult.
      • Corrective Action(s): Remove obstructions from the hand-sinks to allow easy access for hand hygiene. At least one hand-sink must be accessible at all times.
      • Violation Score: 5
14. Routine InspectionOct 19, 2017

    1 infraction

    • 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Both dedicated hand-washing stations are inaccessible at time of inspection (covered/blocked with other equipment)
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure at least one of the two hand-washing stations are accessible for hand-washing at all times. The 3-compartment sink (intended for manual warewashing activities) is not sufficient for usage as the only hand-washing station in the food premises.
      • Violation Score: 5