Repeat ProblemsSerious findings or closures appear in two or more of the last three inspections. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Food Basics last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Jul 2, 2026. The result listed by Region of Waterloo Public Health (Check It! We Inspect It.) was “Infractions found”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 4 violations recorded, including 1 marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
4 inspections on record, from Jan 7, 2025 to Jul 2, 2026.
Has Food Basics ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 4 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Jan 7, 2025.
The Full Inspection History
4 inspections
Re-inspection
Jul 2, 2026
Infractions found
4 recorded violations
criticalCode —Equipment and utensils
Official Wording
Refrigeration and hot-holding equipment maintained
Inspector’s Notes
Not in Compliance: Provide easily readable thermometer in refrigeration or hot-holding equipment
In Plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
Equipment, utensils, multi-service articles and all food contact surfaces are properly constructed and maintained
Inspector’s Notes
Not in Compliance: Ensure equipment, utensils and or multi-service articles in good repair
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.
Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair and maintained in a sanitary manner
Inspector’s Notes
Not in Compliance: Ensure floors are kept clean and in good repair
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 Region of Waterloo Public Health (Check It! We Inspect It.), Jul 2, 2026 · Original Source
Compliance Inspection
Jun 18, 2026
Re-inspection required
8 recorded violations
criticalCode —Other
Official Wording
Food is held at 4�C (40�F) or less
Inspector’s Notes
Not in Compliance: Adjust or repair the refrigeration unit immediately. Do not store any hazardous foods in the unit until it is able to maintain hazardous foods at 4�C (40�F) or less, Ensure all hazardous foods are stored at 4�C (40�F) or less
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Garbage and waste (solid or liquid) collected and removed to ensure sanitary condition of premise
Inspector’s Notes
Not in Compliance: Dispose of liquid waste in a sanitary manner
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.
Equipment, utensils, multi-service articles and all food contact surfaces are properly constructed and maintained
Inspector’s Notes
Not in Compliance: Ensure equipment, utensils and or multi-service articles in good repair, Ensure equipment, utensils and or multi-service articles are cleaned and sanitized
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.
Separate hand washing basin provided for food handlers
Inspector’s Notes
Corrected During Inspection: Ensure hand washing basin is unobstructed and accessible for hand washing
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.
Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair and maintained in a sanitary manner
Inspector’s Notes
Not in Compliance: Ensure floors are kept clean and in good repair
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.
Hand washing basin with supplies of soap and paper towels in dispensers
Inspector’s Notes
Corrected During Inspection: Provide paper towels in a dispenser at hand basin in food preparation area
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.
Official record from Region of Waterloo Public Health (Check It! We Inspect It.), Jun 18, 2026 · Original Source
Compliance Inspection
Jul 21, 2025
Infractions found
2 recorded violations
minorCode —Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair and maintained in a sanitary manner
Inspector’s Notes
Not in Compliance: Ensure floors are kept clean and in good repair
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.
Equipment, utensils, multi-service articles and all food contact surfaces are properly constructed and maintained
Inspector’s Notes
Not in Compliance: Ensure equipment, utensils and or multi-service articles are of sound and tight construction, Ensure equipment, utensils and or multi-service articles in good repair, Ensure food contact equipment and utensils are free from cracks, crevices and open seams
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 Region of Waterloo Public Health (Check It! We Inspect It.), Jul 21, 2025 · Original Source
Compliance Inspection
Jan 7, 2025
Infractions found
2 recorded violations
minorCode —Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Equipment, utensils, multi-service articles and all food contact surfaces are properly constructed and maintained
Inspector’s Notes
Not in Compliance: Ensure equipment, utensils and or multi-service articles in good repair, Ensure equipment, utensils and or multi-service articles are cleaned and sanitized
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.