Skip to content
Loading map…

Yucca Tree Cafe

1347 Johnston Rd, White Rock · Restaurant

Official record from Fraser Health →

Inspection summary

Yucca Tree Cafe has been inspected 13 times by Fraser Health Authority since September 18, 2019. The most recent inspection, on September 2, 2026, recorded 2 infractions.

6 of 13 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 2 inspections with 2 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Cleaning and sanitizing, Food temperature control and Pests.

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.

  • 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 4 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on September 2, 2026. For example: 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]

  • 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 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on September 2, 2026. For example: 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]

  • 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 once on May 23, 2023. For example: 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]

  • 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 May 21, 2021. For example: 309 - Chemicals, cleansers, & similar agents stored or labeled improperly [s. 27]

  • 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 May 20, 2025. 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.

13 inspections

  1. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation: Front area under the counter cooler ambient air temperature ~ 12 degrees C. Milk and creamers internal food product temperature ~12-14 degrees C.
      • Corrective Action(s): Discarded. Ensure cold potentially hazardous foods are stored at or below 4 degrees C.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: Front area under the counter cooler ambient air temperature ~ 12 degrees C. Milk and creamers internal food product temperature ~12-14 degrees C. Temperature setting observed to be set at 49 degrees F.
      • Corrective Action(s): Adjust temperature setting to 40 degrees F or less and ensure unit is capable of maintaining 40 degrees F or 4 degrees C. All cold potentially hazardous foods are to be stored at or below 4 degrees C.
      • Violation Score: 3
  2. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  3. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  4. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): ~8 dozen egg containers observed stored on chair at back of premise. Operator stated they were recently purchased.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure eggs and other cold potentially hazardous foods once delivered or purchased are promptly placed in a cooler at or below 4 degrees C. Eggs stored in the front area domestic cooler.
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): At the time of inspection 2 compartment sink used for hand washing in the main food preparation area not provided with liquid soap.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure this 2 compartment sink is provided with liquid soap and paper towels at all times.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Dust and grease accumulations observed on the exhaust canopy. Food debris accumulations observed on the handle of the microwave and exterior portion and door gaskets of the under the counter freezer.
      • Corrective Action(s): Thoroughly clean the above noted areas. Overall sanitation requires improvement in the kitchen. Correct by June 3, 2025.
      • Violation Score: 3
  5. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Bleach sanitizer solution in spray bottle 0ppm on concentration. This is a recurring issue.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure a food contact surface sanitizer solution is prepared daily and available for use at all times. General sanitizer solution formula: 1 oz of regular unscented bleach to 1 gallon of water.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: General sanitation requires improvement. Food debris accumulations observed througout the premise.
      • Corrective Action(s): Thoroughly clean the front servering area and kitchen. Focus clean efforts underneath and behind all food equipment, inside/outside coolers/freezers, and all hard to reach areas. Correct by October 16, 2024.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 501 - Operator does not have FOODSAFE Level 1 or Equivalent [s. 10(1)]
      • Observation: Operator's FOODSAFE level 1 certificate expired on June 15, 2023.
      • Corrective Action(s): Operator to retake FOODSAFE level 1 or equivalent. Correct by October 31, 2024.
  6. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Bleach sanitizer spray bottle measured 0 ppm.
      • Corrective Action(s): Prepare fresh sanitizer by mixing 1/2 tsp bleach per 1L water. Ensure this is prepared regularly to maintain concentration at 100-200 ppm.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Accumulation of debris and grease observed on ventilation hood exterior.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean ventilation hood regularly to avoid accumulation of debris and grease. Correct as soon as possible.
      • Violation Score: 3
  7. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  8. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Chlorine from sanitizer bottle registered at 0ppm. No additional sanitizer spray bottle or bucket observed. Without adequate sanitation, disease causing pathogen's can survive on food contact surfaces and contaminate food products.
      • Corrective Action(s): Fresh Chlorine solution was made registered at 100ppm. Reminder mix 1/2 teaspoon of unscented bleach with 1 litre of water.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Back exterior door was propped open. Pests and rodents may enter the facility and contaminate food products
      • Corrective Action(s): Keep back exterior door closed
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Accumulation of grease and food debris seen under and behind cooking equipment. Food debris could attract pests, compounded by the back exterior door being open.
      • Corrective Action(s): Thoroughly clean and sanitize area around and beneath cooking equipment, targeting hard to reach areas.
      • Violation Score: 3
  9. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  10. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  11. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 309 - Chemicals, cleansers, & similar agents stored or labeled improperly [s. 27]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Sanitizer bottles were not labelled at the time of inspection.
      • Corrective Action(s): Pleasaeensure all sanitizer bottles are labelled properly.
      • Note: Operator labelled all sanitizer bottles.
      • Violation Score:
      • 314 - Operator has not provided acceptable written sanitation procedures [s. 24]
      • Observation: Accumulation of dust and grease observed on ventilation exhaust filters above the oven in the kitchen. This might create fire hazards also falling dust and debris into the food.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean exhaust filters so sthat they are free of grease and dust.
      • Note: Operator stated that cleaning is scheduled for this week.
  12. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Large "pop" cooler with glass door air temperature is at 8-10 C and food temperature is at about 6.5-7C. Temperature records from yesterday show below 4 C. There is frost build up at the back which may be affecting temperature. A small volume of higher risk foods is stored in this cooler.
      • Corrective Action(s): All higher risk (potentially hazardous) foods are to be stored at 4 C/ 40 F or colder. Move eggs, milk, cream, cheese, yogurt (and any other potentially hazardous foods) to alternate coolers and only use this cooler to store lower risk foods (unprocessed fruit, ketchup, pickles, pop etc.) unless it can keep a temperature of 4 C or colder.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 314 - Operator has not provided acceptable written sanitation procedures [s. 24]
      • Observation:
      • Corrective Action(s): Add more frequent cleaning of your mechanical exhaust filters to your cleaning schedule.
      • Violation Score: 1
  13. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

Nearby inspected facilities

Own this business? Add a badge to your website