Four Brampton restaurants were issued conditional passes after recent inspections conducted by Peel Public Health, which routinely evaluates local food establishments to ensure compliance with provincial safety standards. Inspectors assess restaurants, bakeries, beverage rooms and takeout counters under the Health Protection and Promotion Act to identify potential risks to public health.
Freshii, located at 10048 McLaughlin Rd. N., Unit 23, was inspected on Feb. 24 and found to be out of compliance in several areas. According to Peel Region’s report, issues included improperly maintained food contact surfaces, lack of adequate hot and cold running water, failure to provide sanitizer test reagents and improper utensil sanitization. Inspectors also cited concerns regarding pest prevention measures, washroom supplies and the absence of a certified food handler on site during hours of operation.
Hakkalicious Hakka Chinese Cuisine at 110 Great Lakes Dr., Unit 121A, was also inspected on Feb. 24. The report identified a critical risk related to keeping potentially hazardous food out of the temperature danger zone. Additional concerns included insufficient handwashing supplies, dishwasher compliance issues and unclean non food contact surfaces.
City South Pizza at 11670 Hurontario St., Unit 4, was inspected on Feb. 19 and cited for non compliant food contact surfaces and pest control measures considered a critical risk. A follow up inspection conducted on Feb. 23 resulted in a pass. Similarly, Hashtag Foods at 148 Queen St. E., Unit 4, received a conditional pass on Feb. 19 after inspectors identified issues related to food storage, utensil sanitization, housekeeping practices and the absence of a certified food handler. A follow up visit on Feb. 20 resulted in a pass.
Under Peel Public Health’s inspection system, a green sign indicates full compliance with food safety regulations. A yellow sign, known as a conditional pass, means deficiencies were found that required immediate correction during the inspection. A red sign indicates a closure due to significant health risks. The inspection program is designed to provide transparency and inform residents about the safety standards of food establishments operating across the Region of Peel.
