ImprovingThe latest inspection recorded fewer violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Szechuan Express last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 19, 2026. The result listed by Toronto Public Health – DineSafe was “Pass”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 1 violation recorded, none marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
11 inspections on record, from Nov 15, 2023 to Oct 19, 2026.
Has Szechuan Express ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 11 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Nov 15, 2023.
The Full Inspection History
11 inspections
Inspection
Oct 19, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
minorCode —Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Food premise not maintained with clean floors in food-handling room - Sec. 7(1)(g)
Inspector’s Notes
One or more minor infractions were observed under the Food Premises Regulation during an inspection.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Toronto Public Health – DineSafe, Oct 19, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 15, 2026
Conditional Pass
4 recorded violations
criticalCode —Handwashing
Official Wording
Fail to ensure food handler in food premise washes hands as necessary to prevent contamination of food - Sec. 33(1)(e)
Inspector’s Notes
One or more significant infractions were observed under the Food Premises Regulation during an inspection.
In Plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
Hot-holding potentially hazardous foods at internal temperature below 60°C - Sec. 30(a)
Inspector’s Notes
One or more significant infractions were observed under the Food Premises Regulation during an inspection.
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
Fail to protect food from contamination or adulteration - Sec. 26(1)
Inspector’s Notes
One or more significant infractions were observed under the Food Premises Regulation during an inspection.
In Plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
Fail to ensure equipment surface sanitized as necessary - Sec. 22
Inspector’s Notes
One or more significant infractions were observed under the Food Premises Regulation during an inspection.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Toronto Public Health – DineSafe, Oct 15, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Jun 9, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
minorCode —Facility maintenance
Official Wording
Food premise not maintained with food handling room in sanitary condition - Sec. 7(1)(e)
Inspector’s Notes
One or more minor infractions were observed under the Food Premises Regulation during an inspection.
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
Official record from Toronto Public Health – DineSafe, Jun 9, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 30, 2026
Pass
3 recorded violations
majorCode —Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Use food equipment not of readily cleanable form - Sec. 8(1)(c)
Inspector’s Notes
One or more minor infractions were observed under the Food Premises Regulation during an inspection.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Food premise not maintained with clean floors in food-handling room - Sec. 7(1)(g)
Inspector’s Notes
One or more minor infractions were observed under the Food Premises Regulation during an inspection.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Use towel used for other purpose for cleaning food contact surface - Sec. 16(c)
Inspector’s Notes
One or more minor infractions were observed under the Food Premises Regulation during an inspection.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Toronto Public Health – DineSafe, Mar 30, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Dec 8, 2025
Pass
1 recorded violation
minorCode —Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Fail to ensure equipment surface sanitized as necessary - Sec. 22
Inspector’s Notes
One or more minor infractions were observed under the Food Premises Regulation during an inspection.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Fail to protect against harbouring of pests - Sec. 13(1)
Inspector’s Notes
One or more significant infractions were observed under the Food Premises Regulation during an inspection.
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
Fail to ensure food handler in food premise washes hands as necessary to prevent contamination of food - Sec. 33(1)(e)
Inspector’s Notes
One or more significant infractions were observed under the Food Premises Regulation during an inspection.
In Plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
Use utensils not of readily cleanable form - Sec. 8(1)(c)
Inspector’s Notes
One or more minor infractions were observed under the Food Premises Regulation during an inspection.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Food premise not maintained with clean floors in food-handling room - Sec. 7(1)(g)
Inspector’s Notes
One or more minor infractions were observed under the Food Premises Regulation during an inspection.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Fail to ensure equipment surface sanitized as necessary - Sec. 22
Inspector’s Notes
One or more minor infractions were observed under the Food Premises Regulation during an inspection.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Food premise not maintained with clean ceiling in food-handling room - Sec. 7(1)(g)
Inspector’s Notes
One or more minor infractions were observed under the Food Premises Regulation during an inspection.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Toronto Public Health – DineSafe, Apr 15, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Nov 27, 2024
Pass
1 recorded violation
minorCode —Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Fail to ensure equipment surface sanitized as necessary - Sec. 22
Inspector’s Notes
One or more minor infractions were observed under the Food Premises Regulation during an inspection.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Fail to ensure equipment surface sanitized as necessary - Sec. 22
Inspector’s Notes
One or more minor infractions were observed under the Food Premises Regulation during an inspection.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Use cloth not in good repair for cleaning food contact surface - Sec. 16(a)
Inspector’s Notes
One or more minor infractions were observed under the Food Premises Regulation during an inspection.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Fail to ensure equipment surface sanitized as necessary - Sec. 22
Inspector’s Notes
One or more minor infractions were observed under the Food Premises Regulation during an inspection.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Food premise not maintained with clean floors in food-handling room - Sec. 7(1)(g)
Inspector’s Notes
One or more minor infractions were observed under the Food Premises Regulation during an inspection.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.