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Tops Chef Bakery and Pastry

4 - 2662 Austin Ave, Coquitlam · Restaurant

Official record from Fraser Health →

Inspection summary

Tops Chef Bakery and Pastry has been inspected 12 times by Fraser Health Authority since September 25, 2017. The most recent inspection, on July 24, 2026, recorded 2 infractions.

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

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 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on July 24, 2026. 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 once on January 26, 2026. For example: 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]

  • 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 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on July 24, 2026. For example: 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(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.

12 inspections

  1. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): The handwashing sink in kitchen had container with utesnils stored inside it. This makes the sink unaccessible for the employees.
      • Corrective Action(s): Operator moved the container out of the sink during inspection. Ensure nothing is stored inside the sink that blocks its access.
      • Date to be corrected by: Immediately
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Under the 2-compartment sink and behind the dishwasher dust buildup was observed. This can attract pests.
      • Corrective Action(s): Operator to thoroughly clean the above mentioned areas and ensure that the premises is maintained in sanitary condition.
      • Date to be corrected by: July 25, 2026.
      • Violation Score: 3
  2. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation:
      • Drain pipe under the 2-comp sink is leaking. A bowl is catching the dripping waste water. Pooling water will attract and breed flies.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Immediately repair/replace the leaking drain pipe under the 2-compartment sink.
      • **Correction date: Jan. 30/26**
      • Violation Score: 3
  3. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  4. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  5. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 101 - Plans/construction/alterations not in accordance with the Regulation [s. 3; s. 4]
      • Observation: Wall open with exposed dry wall and wood.
      • Corrective Actions: Have the wall replaced as per approved plans
      • Date to be corrected by: 1 month
      • Corrective Action(s):
  6. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  7. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Hand-washing sink access obstructed by dishware/bakeware in the sink basin
      • Corrective Action(s): Operator removed obstruction at time of inspection. Ensure hand-sink is used only for hand-washing purposes. Dirty dishes/cookware/bakeware may be stored in the ware-washing sink until ready to clean.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 101 - Plans/construction/alterations not in accordance with the Regulation [s. 3; s. 4]
      • Observation: Wall(s) removed from the kitchen area, displacing electrical outlets/wiring.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure all construction and electrical renovations are completed in compliance with local bylaws, building codes, etc.
      • *Contact a professional contractor/electrician to complete the renovations.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 103 - Failure to hold a valid permit while operating a food service establishment [s. 8(1)]
      • Observation: Operator has added new menu items (ie. panini sandwiches & coffee) to the food premises, constituting a status change from a non-permitted food premises to a food-service establishment.
      • Corrective Action(s): *Application package provided to operator at time of inspection.
      • *Complete the application process to obtain an operating permit for the food-service establishment.
      • *Install a commercial dishwashing machine (or replace the 2-compartment sink with a 3-compartment sink) to meet approval standards to operate as a food-service establishment.
      • Violation Score: 1
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Flour, seeds, and other food debris noted on floors and shelving in the kitchen.
      • Corrective Action(s): *Thoroughly clean affected areas ASAP.
      • *Ensure to regularly clean all areas of the kitchen to remove food debris (attracts pests).
      • Violation Score: 3
  8. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  9. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  10. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  11. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  12. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

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