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Food Take Out · Waterloo Region, ON

Pinochio Cafe, Dessert And Ice Cream

101 - 34 Hickory St W

Last inspected Apr 8, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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When was Pinochio Cafe, Dessert And Ice Cream last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Apr 8, 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, including 1 marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
1 inspection on record, from Apr 8, 2026 to Apr 8, 2026.
Has Pinochio Cafe, Dessert And Ice Cream ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 1 inspection record we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Apr 8, 2026.

The Full Inspection History

1 inspection

Compliance Inspection

Apr 8, 2026

Infractions found

2 recorded violations

minorCode —Handwashing

Official Wording

Separate hand washing basin provided for food handlers

Inspector’s Notes

Not in Compliance: Hand washing station must be used only for hand washing of employees, Ensure hand washing basin is unobstructed and accessible for hand washing, Hand washing stations must be conveniently accessible by food handlers

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.

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criticalCode —Contamination

Official Wording

Food protected from contamination or adulteration

Inspector’s Notes

Corrected During Inspection: Protect food from contamination and adulteration, Cover all food in storage

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.

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Official record from Region of Waterloo Public Health (Check It! We Inspect It.), Apr 8, 2026 · Original Source

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