120 Banff Avenue
Not in Compliance
1 violation was found at the most recent inspection.
Source: Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health
June 2, 2026
Tape to protect insulation from flaking into dry goods in storage room is coming off the insulation. An alternate solution should be found to ensure insulation is encased.
This record comes from Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health, which inspects food premises across Alberta. Inspectors record any violations of applicable health regulations on each visit. The result above is the most recent inspection on file.
In Compliance means no violations were outstanding at that visit. Not in Compliance means one or more violations were found that weren't corrected on site. Closed means the inspector ordered the premises to stop serving customers until the issues were corrected.
Chaya
This restaurant has been inspected 9 times since January 19, 2024, with 0 in compliance, 9 not in compliance, and 0 closures on record.
1 violation
Tape to protect insulation from flaking into dry goods in storage room is coming off the insulation. An alternate solution should be found to ensure insulation is encased.
3 violations
Line fridge with steaks/hamburgers/meat etc has product measured at a temperature of 6C. Refrigerator is purchased and will be installed within next couple of weeks. In the meantime, ensure food remains at 4C or lower by using ice or transferring product to another refrigerator.
A small build up of ice was noted on condenser of the walk-in freezer. In order to protect food from drips/ice and maintain temperature, ensure unit is defrosted regularly.
Tape to protect insulation from flaking into dry goods in storage room is coming off the insulation. An alternate solution should be found to ensure insulation is encased.
3 violations
Line fridge with steaks/hamburgers/meat etc has product measured at a temperature of 6C. Refrigerator is purchased and will be installed within next couple of weeks. In the meantime, ensure food remains at 4C or lower by using ice or transferring product to another refrigerator.
Tape to protect insulation from flaking into dry goods in storage room is coming off the insulation. An alternate solution should be found to ensure insulation is encased.
A small build up of ice was noted on condenser of the walk-in freezer. In order to protect food from drips/ice and maintain temperature, ensure unit is defrosted regularly.
3 violations
A few items (breaded chicken breast, lasagna) were noted thawing on cart outside of walk-in refrigerator. Ensure all items are thawed either in the refrigerator,, as part of the cooking process, or under cold running water.
Line fridge with steaks/hamburgers/meat etc has product measured at a temperature of 6C. Refrigerator is purchased and will be installed within next couple of weeks. In the meantime, ensure food remains at 4C or lower by using ice or transferring product to another refrigerator.
A couple areas require additional cleaning (around faucets at hand sinks, below and around dishwasher). Ensure areas are cleaned as often as necessary.
1 violation
1. Lighting is not adequate in dry storage room / staff lockers to adequately clean/inspect/control any pests. Provide additional lighting., 2. Insulation around venting is becoming exposed above dry goods. Repair so that insulation can not contaminate food.
6 violations
Hot line cutting boards are discoloured and grooved. Replace any cutting boards that are no longer cleanable.
Spray bottles do not all have appropriate SDS labels. Ensure all bottles with chemicals are labelled correctly.
Ensure probe thermometer is provided for checking cooking temperature (thermometer currently onsite needs new batteries).
4 violations
Cutting boards are discoloured and badly grooved. Replace any cutting boards that are no longer cleanable.** New cutting boards provided for putting on counters; cutting boards on hot line still require replacement.
Walls were noted damaged in a few areas (absorbent material exposed on corner of drywall by soup), wood shelving noted in freezer, and walk-in cooler ceiling was rusting. Please repair/seal noted items/area. Ceiling beside dishwasher was damaged in one area. All surfaces are to be smooth, non-absorbent and easy to clean. , , *Ongoing violations. Provide a timeline of repairs for noted areas- discussed with owner, repairs during shutdown in late Oct/Nov*
Metal nosing lifting from floor in front of dishwasher. Secure nosing so that it does not create a tripping hazard/is cleanable.
13 violations
Knife with food debris on blade was noted out on the hot line and chef reports it is wiped with sanitizer cloth between uses. Keep knife in sanitizer solution or put in dishwasher once used.
Cutting boards are discoloured and badly grooved. Replace any cutting boards that are no longer cleanable.
'KONK' bug spray was noted in back shelving at the bar. Remove hazardous chemicals from areas where food/drink are prepared or served.
7 violations
Slicer blade/stand had not been cleaned/rinsed/sanitized appropriately prior to being stored. Review cleaning and sanitizing process with staff and ensure the slicer is dissassembled/cleaned properly after use.
Some items in walk-in refrigerator (lemons/limes) and in walk-in freezer being stored directly on the floor in boxes. Move items off the floor (cleanable pallette or rack is fine). , Recommend storing food in impervious food grade containers rather than cardboard boxes in fridge/freezer.
A posted food handling permit could not be identified during this inspection. , , Have this facility's current food handling permit posted in an area visible to customers.
Walls were noted damaged in a few areas (absorbent material exposed on corner of drywall by soup), wood shelving noted in freezer, and walk-in cooler ceiling was rusting. Please repair/seal noted items/area. , , **Additional renovations in April
1. Lighting is not adequate in dry storage room / staff lockers to adequately clean/inspect/control any pests. Provide additional lighting., 2. Insulation around venting is becoming exposed above dry goods. Repair so that insulation can not contaminate food.
One of insert refrigerator doors is not closing fully (however, temperature was satisfactory). Ensure cooler door fits tightly to maintain consistent temperature.
One of insert refrigerator doors is not closing fully (however, temperature was satisfactory). Ensure cooler door fits tightly to maintain consistent temperature.
Meat pies measured out on counter at 31C (cooked approximately 1.5 hours prior). Discussed ensuring that pies are cooled rapidly once they are in temperature danger zone or maintained above 60C until served. Corrected.
Recommend storing food in impervious food grade containers rather than cardboard boxes in fridge/freezer.
Walls were noted damaged in a few areas (absorbent material exposed on corner of drywall by soup), wood shelving noted in freezer, and walk-in cooler ceiling was rusting. Please repair/seal noted items/area. Ceiling beside dishwasher was damaged in one area. All surfaces are to be smooth, non-absorbent and easy to clean. , , *Ongoing violations. Provide a timeline of repairs for noted areas. *
Metal nosing lifting from floor in front of dishwasher. Secure nosing so that it does not create a tripping hazard/is cleanable.
Spatulas had flaking plastic, some of the wooden spoons were worn/rough, and a wooden rolling pin had a large crack. Replace any utensils that are worn/not cleanable.
A number of round pans were no longer cleanable (blackened and built up with debris). Ensure all cooking equipment is cleanable and replaced when needed.
One of insert refrigerator doors is not closing fully (however, temperature was satisfactory). Ensure cooler door fits tightly to maintain consistent temperature.
A completed written sanitation plan for this facility was not available for review during this inspection. , , Complete a written sanitation plan to include areas cleaned on a daily, weekly, and/or monthly basis.
A number of areas were built up with food debris,grease and/or mould including:, -Around and under hot line equipment, -On floor and wall behind dishwasher, -On dirty dish rack beside dishwasher, -On caulking on dirty side of dishwasher, -Around and in hand sink, -On floor of back dry storage area
Some areas in the bar required additional cleaning: mould on drink lines going into the ice well, mould/debris in drip tray in front of ice well, dust on front of vent
Recommend additional staff complete provincially recognized food safety courses, Al/Glen/Tommy have food safety training and other chefs are knowledgeable and have training from other jurisdictions.
Walls were noted damaged in a few areas (absorbent material exposed), wood shelving noted in freezer, and walk-in cooler ceiling was rusting. Please repair/seal noted items/area. Ceiling beside dishwasher was damaged in one area. All surfaces are to be smooth, non-absorbent and easy to clean. , , *Ongoing violations. Provide a timeline of repairs for noted areas. *
A completed written sanitation plan for this facility was not available for review during this inspection. , , Complete a written sanitation plan to include areas cleaned on a daily, weekly, and/or monthly basis.
Thorough cleaning had been completed since previous inspection; some debris / build up was noted behind oven and around deep fryers. Remove food/debris/oil as often as necessary.