Wasabi Sushi & Grill

5 - 21768 Lougheed Hwy, Maple Ridge · Restaurant

17 inspections

Routine InspectionJan 6, 2026
0 infractions
Routine InspectionOct 21, 2025
2 infractions
- 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Ice machine had a significant growth of mold and biofilm around sides of ice bin and water reservoir.
  - Corrective Action(s): Discard ice, clean and sanitize the bin and water reservoir (and all parts of water pump). Staff starting cleaning at time of inspection.
  - Violation Score: 15
- 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
  - Observation: Back door open at start of inspection and screen door (which is not attached to the door frame) was leaning against wall next to the door.
  - Corrective Action(s): Attach screen door with hinges to the door frame to allow for easier use of door and help ensure that the screen door remains in place when the back door is open. Due: November 4, 2025
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Dishwasher drain hose was draining into buckets instead of being connected to sewer pipe. Staff stated that they were reusing the dishwasher waste water to manually wash more dishes.
  - Corrective Action(s): Use fresh water from the tap to wash dishes, do not reuse dishwasher waste water.
  - Dishwasher waste hose placed into water waste pipe that is connected to city sewer during inspection.
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionOct 17, 2024
1 infraction
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): stainless steel strainer has torn sections and exposed metal shards
  - Corrective Action(s): discard
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
  - Observation: rear door is not protected with a door sweep
  - Corrective Action(s): install a door sweep to stop the entrance of pests
  - Violation Score: 3
Follow-Up InspectionJun 2, 2023
0 infractions
Routine InspectionMay 19, 2023
2 infractions
- 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: grease and food debris accumulations in the refrigerator door seals
  - Corrective Action(s): complete required cleaning
  - Violation Score: 5
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: exhaust hood decal expired 2022, grease dripping from filters
  - Corrective Action(s): degrease the exhaust hood
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
  - Observation: Victory refrigerator door seals torn
  - Corrective Action(s): replace the door seals
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionFeb 23, 2023
2 infractions
- 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): in service utensil (rice scoop) stored at ambient temperature in a rice water mixture
  - Corrective Action(s): -store the scoop with ice to maintain a temperature of 4C or lower
  - -discussed FHA Info Share "storage of in service utensils"
  - Violation Score: 5
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): garbage used as storage containers for frozen foods
  - Corrective Action(s): -discontinue the use of garbage bags and switch to "food grade" plastic bags
  - -operator purchased food grade bags at the time of inspection
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionAug 2, 2022
2 infractions
- 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Sushi display cooler air temperature at 8 degree C at the middle section of the cooler. Left and right section (where ice packs are placed) temperature at 0 degree
  - Corrective Action(s): 1. Place ice packs in the middle of the cooler
  - 2. Adjust the cooler's temperature to ensure the entire cooler at 4 degree C or below
  - Violation Score: 15
- 314 - Operator has not provided acceptable written sanitation procedures [s. 24]
  - Observation: No record available for dishwasher final rinse temperature
  - Corrective Action(s): Record the dishwasher final rinse temperature to make sure the dishwares are properly sanitized.
  - Date to be corrected: Aug 9, 2022
  - Violation Score: 1
Follow-Up InspectionNov 12, 2021
0 infractions
Routine InspectionNov 2, 2021
2 infractions
- 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
  - Observation: Single use towels not provided to either hand sinks
  - Date to be corrected by: Nov 9 2021
  - Corrective Action(s):
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: The kitchen is filthy, spilled rotting foods behind coolers, grease and food debris covering all surfaces
  - Date to be corrected by: Nov 9 2021
  - Corrective Action(s):
  - Violation Score:
  - 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
  - Observation: Dishwasher final rinse temperature dial is broke, operator is not able to monitor final rinse temperature
  - Date to be corrected by: Nov 9 2021
  - Corrective Action(s):
  - Violation Score:
  - 314 - Operator has not provided acceptable written sanitation procedures [s. 24]
  - Observation: No temperature records (dishwasher final rinse)
  - Date to be corrected by: Nov 9 2021
  - Corrective Action(s):
  - Violation Score:
Routine InspectionFeb 12, 2020
1 infraction
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: Floor requires cleaning below back room upright freezer, upright cooler and chest freezer.
  - Top back side of sandwich cooler requires cleaning
  - Corrective Action(s):
  - Violation Score: 9
  - 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
  - Observation: Replace cardboard with containers that can be washed and sanitized as discussed
  - Corrective Action(s):
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionAug 30, 2019
1 infraction
- 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
  - Observation: Tear observed in back door screen door
  - Corrective Action(s): Repair tear to prevent fly entry.
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: Clean lid area around chest freezer.
  - Corrective Action(s):
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
  - Observation: Paper towel dispenser at hand wash station is not working properly.
  - Corrective Action(s): Replace paper towel dispenser if it cannot be repaired.
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionJan 22, 2019
1 infraction
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Several knives observed stored onto top of cooler.
  - Corrective Action(s): Place knives in wall mounted magnetic holder when not in use as discussed.
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionJul 10, 2018
1 infraction
- 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
  - Observation: Paint seal plywood shelving in kitchen
  - Remove cardboard from shelving.
  - Corrective Action(s):
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionJan 30, 2018
0 infractions
Follow-Up InspectionAug 31, 2017
1 infraction
- 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
  - Observation: Provide proper storage for sushi knives as discussed
  - Corrective Action(s):
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
  - Observation: Paint/seal plywood in dry food storage area.
  - Corrective Action(s):
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionAug 24, 2017
1 infraction
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: Clean food splatter off the wall surfaces and fridge where miso soup is located.
  - Corrective Action(s):
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
  - Observation: Alternate sushi cooler running too warm at 9c. No PHF's stored inside
  - Provide proper storage for sushi knives as instructed.
  - Corrective Action(s): Repair cooler unit. Donot store products inside until it is capable of cold holding at <4c
  - Violation Score: 9
  - 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
  - Observation: Paint/seal plywood shelving in food stoage area.
  - Corrective Action(s):
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionNov 28, 2012
0 infractions