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Turkish Big Bite Restaurant

6 533 Westmorland Rd, Saint John NB E2J 2G5 · Food Premises

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Inspection summary

Turkish Big Bite Restaurant has been inspected 6 times by New Brunswick Department of Health (Health Protection Branch) since February 22, 2024. The most recent inspection, on May 4, 2026, recorded 1 infraction.

2 of 6 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: Food temperature control, Pests and Food source, labelling and allergens.

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.

  • 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 6 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on May 4, 2026. For example: Refrigerated Storage (Temperature)

  • 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 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on November 3, 2025. For example: Rodent and Insect Control

  • 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 once on February 22, 2024. For example: Acceptable Containers and Labeling

  • Chemicals and toxic substancesHigher risk

    Cleaning products, sanitizers and pesticides must be labelled and stored away from food and food-contact surfaces. Inspectors flag chemicals that could end up in food, as well as pest treatments applied without proper supervision.

    Recorded once on February 22, 2024. For example: Detergents and Chemical Use and Storage

  • 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 once on February 22, 2024. For example: Hand Washing Station(s)

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.

6 inspections

  1. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 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.
  2. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • Eating Utensils and Dishes
      • Utensils and dishes shall be stored in a manner so as to be kept clean and sanitary.
    • Rodent and Insect Control
      • There shall not be any signs of insects and/or rodents.
  3. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  4. Routine Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 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.
    • Refrigerated Storage (Temperature)
      • Refrigeration units must be able to maintain foods at 4°C (40°F) or less.
    • Demonstrating Knowledge
      • For Class 4, the manager of a food premises shall hold a certificate confirming his or her successful completion of a food handler program as described in Section 39(2) of the Food Premises Regulation.
    • Rodent and Insect Control
      • There shall not be any signs of insects and/or rodents.
  5. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  6. Routine Inspection

    9 infractions

    • Acceptable Containers and Labeling
      • When a food item is opened, portioned and repackaged, the portioned packages shall be labelled with the “packaged on date” using the date in which the large portion food item was opened.
    • 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.
    • Refrigerated Storage (Methods)
      • Foods shall be stored in a manner to prevent cross contamination (e.g. no raw above cooked, not directly on floor).
    • Thawing Methods
      • Frozen foods shall be thawed under cold running water, in a refrigerator at a temperature of 4°C (40°F) or less, or in a microwave as part of the cooking process.
    • Eating Utensils and Dishes
      • Utensils and dishes shall be stored in a manner so as to be kept clean and sanitary.
    • 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)
      • Paper towel shall be in a dispenser.
    • Ceilings (Constructions and Maintenance)
      • Ceilings shall be designed to facilitate effective cleaning and sanitation.
    • Rodent and Insect Control
      • There shall not be any signs of insects and/or rodents.

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