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Food Take Out · Waterloo Region, ON

Pinochio Cafe, Dessert And Ice Cream

101 - 34 Hickory St W

Last inspected Apr 8, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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The full inspection history

1 inspection

Compliance Inspection

Apr 8, 2026

Infractions found

2 recorded violations

minorCode —Handwashing

Official wording

Separate hand washing basin provided for food handlers

Inspector’s notes

Not in Compliance: Hand washing station must be used only for hand washing of employees, Ensure hand washing basin is unobstructed and accessible for hand washing, Hand washing stations must be conveniently accessible by food handlers

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.

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criticalCode —Contamination

Official wording

Food protected from contamination or adulteration

Inspector’s notes

Corrected During Inspection: Protect food from contamination and adulteration, Cover all food in storage

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.

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Official record from Region of Waterloo Public Health (Check It! We Inspect It.), Apr 8, 2026 · Original Source

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