Tracycakes Bakery Cafe

101 - 2636 Montrose Ave, Abbotsford · Restaurant

16 inspections

Routine InspectionNov 6, 2025
1 infraction
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
  - Observation: Scoops left in the bulk food product bins.
  - Corrective Action(s): Do not leave scoops in bulk food product.
  - 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: Hard to reach areas such as underneath coolers and dishpit area require cleaning.
  - Corrective Action(s): Thoroughly clean these areas.
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionNov 18, 2024
0 infractions
Routine InspectionSep 15, 2023
1 infraction
- 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Observed vinegar solution used as surface sanitizer in front service area.
  - Corrective Action(s): Ensure that an approved surface sanitizer is used for sanitizing surfaces. Back kitchen uses bleach solution, discussed use of bleach solution for front areas as well. Ensure a minimum of 100ppm concentration for effective sanitation.
  - Violation Score: 5
  - 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Observed back kitchen hand washing sink obstructed by mop bucket.
  - Corrective Action(s): Ensure that the hand washing sink is easily accessible for use and not obstructed for easy access to hand washing sink. Operator moved mop bucket during inspection.
  - Note: Handwashing sink in corner and partially blocked by Cooler - for long term accessibility use, relocation of cooler may be required.
  - Violation Score: 5
Routine InspectionMar 27, 2023
0 infractions
Routine InspectionJul 15, 2022
2 infractions
- 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 1. Spray bottle containing bleach solution inside kitchen is >200 ppm
  - 2. Spray bottle containing vinegar water was found at front of house. Staff said vinegar water is used to clean and sanitize tables
  - 3. Wiping cloths were found on the countertops at the front of house. Staff said wiping cloths were used to wipe tables. Bacteria will grow on wiping cloths, which can be transferred to food contact surfaces if they are not kept in an adequate sanitizing solution.
  - Corrective Action(s): 1. Ensure spray bottle containing bleach solution is 100-200 ppm at all times. This can be done measuring 1 tsp bleach to 1 L water. Operator changed the bleach solution.
  - 2. Do NOT use vinegar water to sanitize tables. It is not an approved sanitizer. Operator replaced vinegar water with 200 ppm bleach solution at time of inspection.
  - 3. Ensure all wiping cloths are fully submerged inside 100-200 ppm bleach solution. Change the wiping cloths frequently when visibly soiled and the bleach solution at least every 2 hours. Operator submerged wiping cloths inside a bucket containing 200 ppm bleach solution.
  - Violation Score: 5
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
  - Observation: 1. Bags of sugar and flour are stored on the floor in the basement
  - 2. Plastic containers without handles are used to scoop the dry ingredients (e.g. flour, sugar)
  - Corrective Action(s): 1. Ensure all food products are stored at least 6 inches off the floor. This facilitates proper cleaning and minimizes the chance of pests contaminating the food
  - 2. Use scoops with handles to scoop the dry ingredients to avoid possible hand contamination with the food product
  - **Date to be corrected by: TODAY
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
  - Observation: 3-4 ants observed on the ground by the kitchen back door
  - Corrective Action(s): Ensure to clean floors including hard to reach areas (e.g. behind equipment) thoroughly. Consult with a pest control company for strategies on ant control
  - **Date to be corrected by: 1 week
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
  - Observation: Kitchen is missing 4 ceiling tiles. Operator said the air conditioning unit was not working and is getting repaired, which was why the ceiling tiles were removed
  - Corrective Action(s): Ensure there are no missing ceiling tiles in the kitchen to reduce the likelihood of pests entering the premises
  - **Date to be corrected by: 1 month
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionAug 19, 2021
0 infractions
Follow-Up InspectionJan 17, 2020
0 infractions
Routine InspectionJan 7, 2020
1 infraction
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
  - Observation: Single use cups are used to scoop ingredients out of bulk bins. Staff hands come in contact with bulk food to reach cup and ingredients.
  - Corrective Action(s): Remove single use cups and replace with dedicated scoops with clean handles for bulk food containers to prevent contamination. Correction required in a week.
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: Dust accumulation observed on ceiling and fans above food preparation and cooking area. The dust build up can contaminate food and equipment.
  - Corrective Action(s): Clean these areas. Correction required in two days.
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionJul 11, 2019
2 infractions
- 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Observed a sanitizer spray bottle at dining area to be at 0 ppm chlorine and had vinegar in it. Vinegar is not an adequate sanitizer to be used at food premises. Adequate sanitizers include chlorine (100-200ppm) and QUAT (200 ppm). Several bottles in chlorine sanitizers present in the kitchen. Ensure to have a bottle at dining area.
  - Corrective Action(s): Required operator to remove vinegar and use chlorine sanitizers present on site.
  - Violation Score: 5
- 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
  - Observation: Bottom of the back screendoor still not repaired. Although no sign of pest infestation is noted at the time of inspection, all precautionary steps must be taken to ensure that pest entrance is prevented.
  - Corrective Action(s): Required operator to fix the screendoor
  - Date to be corrected by: July 18 2019
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionJan 18, 2019
1 infraction
- 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
  - Observation: Back screendoor in the rear end of the main kitchen not fully secured near the bottom; which could potentially lead to pest entrance
  - Corrective Action(s): Required operator to fully seal the bottom to prevent pest entrance
  - Date to be corrected by: 2019 Jan 30
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionAug 21, 2018
1 infraction
- 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Observed mild mildew buildup in the ice machine
  - Corrective Action(s): Required operator to clean and sanitize ice machine regularly
  - Violation Score: 5
Routine InspectionMar 6, 2018
0 infractions
Follow-Up InspectionOct 4, 2017
0 infractions
Routine InspectionSep 27, 2017
1 infraction
- 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
  - Observation: Glass reach in cooler in basement measured 9 degrees C. Whole fruit and vegetable storage at time of inspection.
  - Corrective Action(s): Please ensure that cooler is adjusted or repaired to maintain 4 degrees C or less to limit the growth of potential pathogens and/or toxins. Do not store any potentially hazardous (i.e. perishable) foods in this cooler until such time. Date to be corrected by: Oct 6, 2017.
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 315 - Refrigeration units and hot holding equipment lack accurate thermometers [s. 19(2)]
  - Observation: Coolers in basement do not have thermometers.
  - Corrective Action(s): Please provide thermometers accurate to 1 degree C for each cold holding unit in order to verify temperatures of 4 degrees C or less are being maintained (-18 degrees C or less for freezer units). Date to be corrected by: Oct 6, 2017.
  - Violation Score: 1
Follow-Up InspectionDec 10, 2012
0 infractions
Routine InspectionDec 5, 2012
0 infractions