ImprovingThe latest inspection recorded fewer violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Riverside Fish Hut last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Feb 24, 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: 1 violation 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 18, 2025 to Feb 24, 2026.
Has Riverside Fish Hut 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 18, 2025.
The Full Inspection History
3 inspections
Compliance Inspection
Feb 24, 2026
Infractions found
1 recorded violation
minorCode —Pests
Official Wording
Food premise is protected against the entry and harbouring of pests
Inspector’s Notes
Not in Compliance: Provide tightly sealed entrances and / or screened entrances to prevent the entry of insects, birds, rodents, and other pests
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.
Official record from Region of Waterloo Public Health (Check It! We Inspect It.), Feb 24, 2026 · Original Source
Compliance Inspection
Sep 23, 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 are of sound and tight construction, Ensure equipment, utensils and or multi-service articles are cleaned and sanitized , Ensure ventilation system/exhaust hood/filters/canopy is maintained in a clean and sanitary manner
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 is protected against the entry and harbouring of pests
Inspector’s Notes
Not in Compliance: Provide tightly sealed entrances and / or screened entrances to prevent the entry of insects, birds, rodents, and other pests
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.
Official record from Region of Waterloo Public Health (Check It! We Inspect It.), Sep 23, 2025 · Original Source
Compliance Inspection
Mar 18, 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 are of sound and tight construction, Ensure ventilation system/exhaust hood/filters/canopy is maintained in a clean and sanitary manner
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.
Furniture, equipment and appliances in food handling and storage rooms arranged and constructed to permit a clean and sanitary environment
Inspector’s Notes
Not in Compliance: Remove all materials not associated with the daily operation of the premises (s.7)
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.