SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Roberts Boxed Meats last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Jun 1, 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?
4 inspections on record, from Jul 29, 2024 to Jun 1, 2026.
Has Roberts Boxed Meats ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 4 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Jul 29, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
4 inspections
Compliance Inspection
Jun 1, 2026
Infractions found
1 recorded violation
minorCode —Other
Official Wording
Maintenance of sanitary facilities
Inspector’s Notes
Not in Compliance
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Region of Waterloo Public Health (Check It! We Inspect It.), Jun 1, 2026 · Original Source
Compliance Inspection
Oct 15, 2025
Infractions found
1 recorded violation
minorCode —Handwashing
Official Wording
Hand washing basin with supplies of soap and paper towels in dispensers
Inspector’s Notes
Not in Compliance: Provide hot and cold running water for hand washing 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.), Oct 15, 2025 · Original Source
Compliance Inspection
Feb 24, 2025
No violations found
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Region of Waterloo Public Health (Check It! We Inspect It.), Feb 24, 2025 · Original Source
Compliance Inspection
Jul 29, 2024
Infractions found
4 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.
Testing reagent used to determine concentration of sanitizer
Inspector’s Notes
Corrected During 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.
Not in Compliance: Store food off the floor to prevent contamination
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.
Cloths and towels maintained in clean, good repair and not used for other purposes
Inspector’s Notes
Corrected During Inspection: Change sanitizing solution for wiping cloths at a minimum of every 2 hours, or as often as necessary, to maintain the solution clean and sanitary at all times, Provide sanitizing solution for wiping cloths/rinsing large utensils/rinsing food contact surfaces
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.