Re-inspection
May 8, 2026
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.), May 8, 2026 · Original Source
Restaurant · Waterloo Region, ON
Yummy Chongqing Family Cuisine
9 - 160 University Ave W
Last inspected May 8, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗
No violations found
Get the next inspection, free.
We'll email you when Yummy Chongqing Family Cuisine has a new health inspection. No spam, one-click unsubscribe.
Own this restaurant? Add an inspection badge to your website · Inspection prep checklist
Repeat problemsSerious findings or closures appear in two or more of the last three inspections. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
10 inspectionsCompliance Inspection
Apr 27, 2026
Re-inspection required
6 recorded violations
minorCode —Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Equipment, utensils, multi-service articles and all food contact surfaces are properly constructed and maintained
Inspector’s notes
Not in Compliance: Ensure equipment, utensils and or multi-service articles are of sound and tight construction, Ensure equipment, utensils and or multi-service articles in good repair, Ensure equipment, utensils and or multi-service articles are cleaned and sanitized
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode —Pests
Official wording
Food premise is protected against the entry and harbouring of pests
Inspector’s notes
Not in Compliance: Protect against entry, harbouring and breeding of pests
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsminorCode —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: Cleaning required around, under, and behind kitchen equipment, counters, and baseboards, Ensure floors are kept clean and in good repair, Ensure floors, walls, and ceilings are tight, smooth, and non-absorbent
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode —Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cloths and towels maintained in clean, good repair and not used for other purposes
Inspector’s notes
Corrected During Inspection: Ensure wiping cloths are kept in a sanitizing solution when not in use, Keep cloths clean, in good repair, and restricted to a single task, 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemscriticalCode —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: Clean and sanitize multi-service articles after each use and as often as necessary, 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.
More about food not protected from contaminationcriticalCode —Other
Official wording
Food is held at 4�C (40�F) or less
Inspector’s notes
Corrected During Inspection: Ensure all hazardous foods are stored 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.
More about other findingOfficial record from Region of Waterloo Public Health (Check It! We Inspect It.), Apr 27, 2026 · Original Source
Compliance Inspection
Dec 11, 2025
Infractions found
4 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: 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.
More about food not protected from contaminationminorCode —Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
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, Keep cloths clean, in good repair, and restricted to a single task, 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemscriticalCode —Other
Official wording
Food is held at 4�C (40�F) or less
Inspector’s notes
Corrected During Inspection: Ensure all hazardous foods are stored at 4�C (40�F) or less, Thaw all hazardous foods maintaining a temperature of 4�C (40�F) or less
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode —Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Equipment, utensils, multi-service articles and all food contact surfaces are properly constructed and maintained
Inspector’s notes
Not in Compliance: Ensure equipment, utensils and or multi-service articles are cleaned and sanitized , Ensure food contact equipment and utensils are free from cracks, crevices and open seams
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Region of Waterloo Public Health (Check It! We Inspect It.), Dec 11, 2025 · Original Source
Re-inspection
Sep 12, 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.), Sep 12, 2025 · Original Source
Re-inspection
Sep 5, 2025
Re-inspection required
3 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: Cleaning required around, under, and behind kitchen equipment, counters, and baseboards, 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemscriticalCode —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.
More about food not protected from contaminationminorCode —Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Equipment, utensils, multi-service articles and all food contact surfaces are properly constructed and maintained
Inspector’s notes
Not in Compliance: Ensure equipment, utensils and or multi-service articles are cleaned and sanitized
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Region of Waterloo Public Health (Check It! We Inspect It.), Sep 5, 2025 · Original Source
Compliance Inspection
Aug 21, 2025
Re-inspection required
5 recorded violations
minorCode —Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cloths and towels maintained in clean, good repair and not used for other purposes
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode —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: Cleaning required around, under, and behind kitchen equipment, counters, and baseboards, 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemscriticalCode —Contamination
Official wording
Food protected from contamination or adulteration
Inspector’s notes
Not in Compliance: 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.
More about food not protected from contaminationminorCode —Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Equipment, utensils, multi-service articles and all food contact surfaces are properly constructed and maintained
Inspector’s notes
Not in Compliance
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemscriticalCode —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: Clean and sanitize multi-service articles after each use and as often as necessary, 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.
More about food not protected from contaminationOfficial record from Region of Waterloo Public Health (Check It! We Inspect It.), Aug 21, 2025 · Original Source
Re-inspection
Apr 17, 2025
Infractions found
3 recorded violations
minorCode —Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Equipment, utensils, multi-service articles and all food contact surfaces are properly constructed and maintained
Inspector’s notes
Not in Compliance: Ensure equipment, utensils and or multi-service articles are cleaned and sanitized
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemscriticalCode —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: 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.
More about food not protected from contaminationminorCode —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: Cleaning required around, under, and behind kitchen equipment, counters, and baseboards, 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Region of Waterloo Public Health (Check It! We Inspect It.), Apr 17, 2025 · Original Source
Compliance Inspection
Apr 7, 2025
Re-inspection required
8 recorded violations
criticalCode —Other
Official wording
Food is held at 4�C (40�F) or less
Inspector’s notes
Corrected During Inspection: Ensure all hazardous foods are stored at 4�C (40�F) or less, Thaw all hazardous foods maintaining a temperature of 4�C (40�F) or less
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode —Pests
Official wording
Food premise is protected against the entry and harbouring of pests
Inspector’s notes
Not in Compliance: Protect against entry, harbouring and breeding of pests, Contact licensed pest control operator for insect / rodent / pest treatment and control
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectscriticalCode —Contamination
Official wording
Food protected from contamination or adulteration
Inspector’s notes
Not in Compliance: 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.
More about food not protected from contaminationminorCode —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: Cleaning required around, under, and behind kitchen equipment, counters, and baseboards, Ensure floors are kept clean and in good repair, Ensure walls 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode —Other
Official wording
Maintenance of sanitary facilities
Inspector’s notes
Not in Compliance: Maintain sanitary facility clean and in good repair
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingcriticalCode —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.
More about food not protected from contaminationminorCode —Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cloths and towels maintained in clean, good repair and not used for other purposes
Inspector’s notes
Corrected During Inspection: 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode —Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Equipment, utensils, multi-service articles and all food contact surfaces are properly constructed and maintained
Inspector’s notes
Not in Compliance: Ensure equipment, utensils and or multi-service articles are of sound and tight construction, Ensure equipment, utensils and or multi-service articles in good repair, Ensure equipment, utensils and or multi-service articles are cleaned and sanitized , Ensure food contact equipment and utensils are free from cracks, crevices and open seams
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Region of Waterloo Public Health (Check It! We Inspect It.), Apr 7, 2025 · Original Source
Compliance Inspection
Dec 4, 2024
Infractions found
2 recorded violations
minorCode —Other
Official wording
Maintenance of sanitary facilities
Inspector’s notes
Corrected During Inspection: Equip sanitary facility with single service towels or air dryer
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingminorCode —Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Equipment, utensils, multi-service articles and all food contact surfaces are properly constructed and maintained
Inspector’s notes
Corrected During Inspection: Ensure equipment, utensils and or multi-service articles are cleaned and sanitized
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Region of Waterloo Public Health (Check It! We Inspect It.), Dec 4, 2024 · Original Source
Compliance Inspection
Aug 27, 2024
Infractions found
6 recorded violations
minorCode —Pests
Official wording
Food premise is protected against the entry and harbouring of pests
Inspector’s notes
Not in Compliance: Provide tightly sealed entrances and / or screened entrances to prevent the entry of insects, birds, rodents, and other pests
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsminorCode —Handwashing
Official wording
Hand washing basin with supplies of soap and paper towels in dispensers
Inspector’s notes
Corrected During Inspection: Provide paper towels in a dispenser at hand basin in food preparation area, Provide soap in a dispenser at hand basin in the 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.
More about handwashing problemsminorCode —Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Equipment, utensils, multi-service articles and all food contact surfaces are properly constructed and maintained
Inspector’s notes
Not in Compliance: Ensure equipment, utensils and or multi-service articles are of sound and tight construction, Ensure equipment, utensils and or multi-service articles 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemscriticalCode —Contamination
Official wording
Food protected from contamination or adulteration
Inspector’s notes
Corrected During Inspection: 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.
More about food not protected from contaminationcriticalCode —Other
Official wording
Food is held at 4�C (40�F) or less
Inspector’s notes
Corrected During Inspection: Ensure all hazardous foods are stored 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.
More about other findingminorCode —Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Cloths and towels maintained in clean, good repair and not used for other purposes
Inspector’s notes
Corrected During Inspection: 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Region of Waterloo Public Health (Check It! We Inspect It.), Aug 27, 2024 · Original Source
More restaurants nearby
Re-inspection required
Quickie Convenience Store
Cambridge · Waterloo Region, ON·Food store convenience / Variety
Infractions found
Four All Ice Cream
Waterloo · Waterloo Region, ON·Food Take Out
No violations found
Tim Hortons
Kitchener · Waterloo Region, ON·Restaurant
No violations found
Pita Pit
Kitchener · Waterloo Region, ON·Restaurant