More Issues RecentlyThe latest inspection recorded more violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Friends Variety Food Store last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Jan 14, 2026. The result listed by Toronto Public Health – DineSafe was “Pass”.
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?
5 inspections on record, from Nov 16, 2023 to Jan 14, 2026.
Has Friends Variety Food Store ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 5 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Nov 16, 2023.
The Full Inspection History
5 inspections
Inspection
Jan 14, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode —Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
Fail to ensure completion of food handling training by food handler or supervisor - Sec. 32
Inspector’s Notes
One or more minor infractions were observed under the Food Premises Regulation during an inspection.
In Plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
Official record from Toronto Public Health – DineSafe, Jan 14, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Dec 19, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Toronto Public Health – DineSafe, Dec 19, 2025 · Original Source
Inspection
Dec 16, 2025
Conditional Pass
3 recorded violations
majorCode —Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Operate food premise - fail to provide equipment for cleaning and sanitizing utensils as required - Sec. 18
Inspector’s Notes
One or more significant infractions were observed under the Food Premises Regulation during an 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.
Fail to ensure completion of food handling training by food handler or supervisor - Sec. 32
Inspector’s Notes
One or more significant infractions were observed under the Food Premises Regulation during an inspection.
In Plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
Fail to provide adequate number of handwashing stations - Sec. 7(3)(c)
Inspector’s Notes
One or more significant infractions were observed under the Food Premises Regulation during an inspection.
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.