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Varsha Indian Kitchen

1600 Government Street, 101, Victoria, BC, V8W 1Z3 · Food Premises

Official record from Island Health →

Inspection summary

Varsha Indian Kitchen has been inspected 2 times by Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority) since June 24, 2026. The most recent inspection, on July 8, 2026, recorded 2 infractions.

None of the 2 inspections on record were free of infractions. In the past 12 months there were 2 inspections with 6 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Protecting food from contamination and Food temperature control.

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 2 separate inspections, most recently on July 8, 2026. For example: Food Not Protected - General

  • 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 once on June 24, 2026. For example: Critical Inadequate Cooling & Refrigerated Storage of Potentially Hazardous Food(s)

  • 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 once on June 24, 2026. For example: Improper Construction / Maintenance of Establishment

  • 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 July 8, 2026. For example: Operations and Maintenance/Other

About this data

These results come from Island Health (Vancouver Island 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.

2 inspections

  1. Follow-Up

    2 infractions

    • Food Not Protected - General
      • Observed a bag of onion was stored on the floor.
      • Operator removed the bag and stored it off the floor. Corrected during inspection.
    • Operations and Maintenance/Other
      • Observed the handle of the rice scoop was left in the rice hot-holder and touching the rice.
      • Corrected during inspection. Ensure the scoop is store in a way which will prevent contamination of food. Comments Follow-up inspection was conducted due to complaint received. Outstanding items from last inspection dated June 24, 2026 were reviewed. Preparation refrigerator near the stove was repaired and serviced. Temperature was measured at or below 4°C at time of inspection. Mice droppings identified in last inspection were cleaned up and removed. Please continue to clean and sanitize affected area, and monitor for pest activity. Hand sink was stocked with supplies. Please install another paper towel dispenser at the hand sink so the paper towel is easily accessible for the ease of handwashing. Refrigerator temperature was satisfactory. Refrigerator temperatures measured at or below 4°C. Operator was reminded to keep the top cover of preparation refrigerator closed as much as possible to keep adequate temperature. Note: A can of red dye for external use observed in food storage area and not fit for human consumption. Removed the dyes from food storage at time of inspection. Please ensure all dyes for food are food-grade and other dyes for packaging are stored away from food preparation area.
  2. Routine

    4 infractions

    • Critical Inadequate Cooling & Refrigerated Storage of Potentially Hazardous Food(s)
      • Observed a preparation fridge near the stove (facing service counter) was at 10°C.
      • Potentially hazardous foods were moved to other units. Ensure to adjust the settings and ensure all potentially hazardous food is stored at 4°C or below. Please provide update to the Environmental Health Officer when unit is serviced or adjusted. Corrected at time of inspection.
    • Food Not Protected - General
      • Observed a container of fish fillet left on the preparation table before adding batter. Operator indicated they are waiting for draining water from the fish.
      • Fish fillet was moved to the fridge. Ensure to store all potentially hazardous foods at 4°C or below and not left at room temperature.
    • Food Not Protected - General
      • Observed a container with food stored on the ground and some food boxes stored on the floor in the walk-in fridge and freezers.
      • Food needs to be stored 6 inches off the ground. Corrected at time of inspection.
    • Improper Construction / Maintenance of Establishment
      • Observed a number of mice droppings and debris at the back kitchen near dishwasher.
      • Ensure to remove the debris and mice droppings. Clean and sanitize affected area routinely. Comments Routine inspection conducted. Recent complaint was shared with the manager and food handling was reviewed. Hand washing sink is stocked with supplied. Potentially hazardous foods are stored at 4°C or below or over 60°C. Dishwasher was measured at 100ppm chlorine, after rinse cycle. Bleach is available for surface sanitizer. Operator has valid FoodSafe Level 1 certification. Temperature logs are in place. Pest traps are in place. Orkin provides bi-weekly service and recent report was reviewed.

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