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These 3 popular Montreal restaurant chains were just hit with MAPAQ fines totalling $4,500

When it comes to eating out in Montreal, a familiar name on the building often feels like a guarantee — a sign you can trust what's being served. But even well-known restaurant chains can land in hot water for food safety.

The Ministère de l’Agriculture, des Pêcheries et de l’Alimentation du Québec (MAPAQ), which oversees food safety in the province, recently issued fines to three popular restaurant chains. The penalties resulted from inspections revealing contamination issues involving pollutants, pests or their droppings. The convictions were handed down at Montreal municipal court in July, and each resulted in a $1,500 fine.

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A Montreal airport restaurant got over $7,000 in fines this year for food safety violations

If you've ever grabbed a bite at Montreal-Trudeau International Airport before boarding a flight, you're definitely not alone. But not every food spot at YUL has a spotless track record.

One restaurant located in the airport's international zone was fined a total of $7,250 in 2025 for food safety violations, according to recent records from Quebec's Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ). MAPAQ maintains a regularly updated list of establishments cited for infractions, and so far, this year's entries include two separate judgments against the same airport bistro.

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6 Montreal sushi restaurants were hit with huge health inspection fines from the MAPAQ

The Ministère de l'Agriculture, des Pêcheries et de l'Alimentation au Quebec (MAPAQ) has hit a handful of Montreal sushi restaurants with hefty health inspection fines in recent months.

The MAPAQ determined that the restaurants were not operating in accordance with its health and safety standards, some of which were fined for improper food temperatures and storage, premise cleanliness and staff hygiene issues.

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7 Montreal fast food restaurants were hit with huge health inspection fines from the MAPAQ

The Ministère de l'Agriculture, des Pêcheries et de l'Alimentation au Quebec (MAPAQ) has hit a handful of Montreal fast food restaurants with hefty health inspection fines.

The MAPAQ determined many of the restaurants were not operating in accordance with its health and safety standards, some of which were fined for improper food temperatures and storage, premise cleanliness and staff hygiene issues.

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6 Montreal fast food restaurants were hit with huge health inspection fines from the MAPAQ

The Ministère de l'Agriculture, des Pêcheries et de l'Alimentation au Quebec (MAPAQ) has hit several Montreal fast food restaurants with hefty health inspection fines over the past few months.

MAPAQ determined that many of the fast food spots in Montreal were not operating by its health and safety standards, issuing fines anywhere from $500 to $4,500 for improper food handling, temperatures, as well as premises cleanliness and staff hygiene issues.

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6 Montreal fast food restaurants were hit with huge health inspection fines from the MAPAQ

The Ministère de l'Agriculture, des Pêcheries et de l'Alimentation au Quebec (MAPAQ) has fined several Montreal fast food restaurants over the past few months.

MAPAQ determined many of the restaurants were not operating by its health and safety standards, issuing heavy fines for improper food temperatures and storage, premise cleanliness and staff hygiene issues.

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7 Montreal fast food restaurants were hit with huge health inspection fines from the MAPAQ

The Ministère de l'Agriculture, des Pêcheries et de l'Alimentation au Quebec (MAPAQ) has fined several Montreal fast food restaurants over the past few months.

MAPAQ determined many of the restaurants were not operating by its health and safety standards, issuing heavy fines for improper food temperatures and storage, premise cleanliness and staff hygiene issues.

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5 Montreal fast food restaurants were hit with huge health inspection fines from the MAPAQ

The Ministère de l'Agriculture, des Pêcheries et de l'Alimentation au Quebec (MAPAQ) has hit a handful of Montreal fast food restaurants with hefty health inspection fines.

The MAPAQ determined many of the restaurants were not operating in accordance with its health and safety standards, many of which were fined for improper food temperatures and storage, premise cleanliness and staff hygiene issues.

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montreal hotels

This popular Montreal restaurant and hotel was hit with a $2,500 health inspection fine

As of April 15, 2024, a handful of Montreal restaurants, cafés and bars across the city have been hit with inspection fines for health and safety risks to consumers including issues with sanitation, staff hygiene, food quality and preparation. And now, a popular Montreal restaurant and hotel is among the flagged establishments.

Following an inspection at a downtown Montreal hotel, the Ministère de l'Agriculture, des Pêcheries et de l'Alimentation Quebec (MAPAQ) fined the Montreal restaurant $2,500 for failing to meet the MAPAQ inspection team's quality control.

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This Tim Hortons in Montreal was hit with a $3,500 health inspection fine

As of April 2024, a handful of Montreal restaurants, cafés and bars across the city have been slapped with inspection fines for health and safety risks to consumers including issues with sanitation, staff hygiene, food quality and preparation.

Following an inspection at a popular Tim Hortons location in Montreal, the Ministère de l'Agriculture, des Pêcheries et de l'Alimentation Quebec (MAPAQ) fined the Montreal café $3,500 for failing to meet the MAPAQ inspection team's quality control.

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