Repeat ProblemsSerious findings or closures appear in two or more of the last three inspections. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Taibah Market last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on May 26, 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 Sep 4, 2025 to May 26, 2026.
Has Taibah Market ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 4 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Sep 4, 2025.
The Full Inspection History
4 inspections
Re-inspection
May 26, 2026
Infractions found
1 recorded violation
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.
Official record from Region of Waterloo Public Health (Check It! We Inspect It.), May 26, 2026 · Original Source
Compliance Inspection
May 20, 2026
Infractions found
6 recorded violations
criticalCode —Contamination
Official Wording
Multi-service articles and food contact surfaces cleaned and sanitized after each use and following operations where contamination may have occurred
Inspector’s Notes
Not in Compliance
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.
Testing reagent used to determine concentration of sanitizer
Inspector’s Notes
Not in Compliance: Provide and use test reagent to determine concentration of sanitizer
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.
Corrected During Inspection: Chlorine sanitizer concentration must be at least 100 parts per million at 24�C or greater for at least 45 seconds
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.
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.
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.
Multi-service articles and food contact surfaces cleaned and sanitized after each use and following operations where contamination may have occurred
Inspector’s Notes
Not in Compliance: 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.
Corrected During Inspection: 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
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Cloths and towels maintained in clean, good repair and not used for other purposes
Inspector’s Notes
Not in Compliance: Ensure wiping cloths are kept in a sanitizing solution when not in use
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.