More Issues RecentlyThe latest inspection recorded more violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Grind House Cafe & Eatery last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Mar 9, 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: 2 violations recorded, none marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
3 inspections on record, from Mar 10, 2025 to Mar 9, 2026.
Has Grind House Cafe & Eatery ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 3 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Mar 10, 2025.
The Full Inspection History
3 inspections
Compliance Inspection
Mar 9, 2026
Infractions found
2 recorded violations
minorCode —Other
Official Wording
Certified food handler present in the food service premise
Inspector’s Notes
Not in Compliance: Ensure a food handler or supervisor, who is a certified food handler, is present during all hours of operation
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Hand washing basin with supplies of soap and paper towels in dispensers
Inspector’s Notes
Not in Compliance
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.
Multi-service articles and food contact surfaces cleaned and sanitized after each use and following operations where contamination may have occurred
Inspector’s Notes
Corrected During Inspection: Clean and sanitize food contact surfaces or equipment as often as necessary
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.
Hand washing basin with supplies of soap and paper towels in dispensers
Inspector’s Notes
Not in Compliance: 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.
Separate hand washing basin provided for food handlers
Inspector’s Notes
Corrected During 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.
Corrected During Inspection: Store raw foods separate and below cooked / ready-to-eat foods
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.