102 - 8408 Elbow Drive SW
Non conforme
2 infractions relevées lors de la dernière inspection.
Source : Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health
7 juillet 2026
"Outstanding violation", Chlorine test papers were expired, please purchase new supplies.
- Old mice droppings observed near the back delivery door. , - Pest control records were maintained, and professional pest control services are being conducted monthly. , , Safe disposal and cleanup of mice droppings discussed in detail. , Continue to work with pest control company and take all corrective measures/recommendations provided by professional.
Bow River Vietnamese Restaurant se trouve dans le quartier HAYSBORO. HAYSBORO, Calgary compte 106 restaurants suivis sur Pass or Fail, inspectés par Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health. En date du 21 juillet 2026, 84 (79%) d'entre eux étaient Conformes lors de leur dernière inspection, sans Non conforme ni fermeture.
Ce dossier provient d'Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health, qui inspecte les établissements alimentaires partout en Alberta. Les inspecteurs notent toute infraction aux règlements sanitaires applicables à chaque visite. Le résultat ci-dessus correspond à la dernière inspection au dossier.
« Conforme » signifie qu'aucune infraction n'était en suspens lors de cette visite. « Non conforme » signifie qu'une ou plusieurs infractions n'ont pas été corrigées sur place. « Fermé » signifie que l'inspecteur a ordonné l'arrêt du service à la clientèle jusqu'à la correction des problèmes.
Empire Provisions
HAYSBORO
Ce restaurant a été inspecté 9 fois depuis le 19 septembre 2023, avec 2 conformes, 7 non conformes et 1 fermeture au dossier.
2 infractions
"Outstanding violation", Chlorine test papers were expired, please purchase new supplies.
- Old mice droppings observed near the back delivery door. , - Pest control records were maintained, and professional pest control services are being conducted monthly. , , Safe disposal and cleanup of mice droppings discussed in detail. , Continue to work with pest control company and take all corrective measures/recommendations provided by professional.
3 infractions
Chlorine test papers were expired, please purchase new supplies.
1. Mice droppings found on the floor near to the back delivery door, front area under cabinets, dry storage area under shelves, behind the chest freezer located near to the front area. , , Safe disposal and cleanup of mice droppings discussed in detail. , Continue to work with pest control company and take all corrective measures/recommendations provided by professional., Seal all gaps and holes if any , Seal all possible entry points front and back door (back door floor seal was broken at some points (please reseal)., , 2. Back delivery door weatherstripping was broken at some points-please repair.
Grease/oil build up on the wooden shelves at far left from main kitchen entrance. , Dirt and debris on:, below the dishwashing area, dry storage area, walk in cooler, Remove unnecessary items/not associated with kitchen for the effective cleaning and sanitation. , All the shelves, cabinets., Deeply clean the entire kitchen., Develop a written cleaning and sanitation schedule and implement it- reference template will be provided with report.
5 infractions
Temperature of the prep cooler in the kitchen was measured at 8C with the infra-red and 11C while probing the food item stored inside the cooler. , , Resetting was done onsite by operator, however temperature readings were still same., Instructed to get the cooler repair asap (ensure it is maintained at 4C or below). Meanwhile, use ice immersion method or use back walk-in cooler for bulk perishable items storage.
Handwashing sink was blocked at the time of inspection with an empty pot. , Instruction provided to ensure handwashing sink is accessible at all times. Pot moved to dishwashing area.
Chlorine test papers were expired, please purchase new supplies.
Aucune infraction
Aucune infraction
10 infractions
Concentration of chlorine measured 0 ppm in sanitizer solution of a pail located in the kitchen., , , Requirement:, Ensure that concentration of chlorine is maintained at 100 ppm in sanitizer solution.
Internal temperature of cooked rice noodles stored on the counter without temperature control was 30.1C, spring rolls were at 23.7C, bean sprouts at 17 C, , Requirement:, Ensure that perishable foods are stored at 4C or less OR at 60 C and higher., , Rice noodles, spring rolls and bean sprouts were discarded during inspection.
Concentration of chlorine measured 0 ppm during sanitizer cycle., , Requirement:, , Ensure that 100 ppm concentration of chlorine is achieved during sanitizer cycle., , Machine was primed and 100 ppm concentration was achieved during inspection.
7 infractions
Update October 25, 2024:, - Raw beef stored above bag of carrots and buckets of soup broth without lids., - Rearrange the walk-in cooler and ensure raw meat products are at the bottom. , - Acquire lids for all open food containers in walk-in cooler., , Bins of raw beef stored above open containers of bean sprouts in the walk-in cooler
No paper towel at hand wash sink., - Operator replaced the paper towel roll during the inspection., - Ensure all hand wash sinks are fully stocked with soap and paper towel.
Update October 25, 2024:, - Some cardboard still remains but most have been removed., - Remove all cardboard that are lining any shelves., , Shelves throughout facility lined with old and dirty cardboard., - All surfaces are to be smooth, non porous, and easy to clean, - Update, September 22. Some cardboard had been removed.
9 infractions
, Bins of raw beef stored above open containers of bean sprouts in the walk-in cooler
, 1. No paper towels available at the back hand sink, , 2. No soap available at the front service station hand sink, , 3. No soap available at the kitchen hand sink by ice machine - corrected during inspection
, Back hand sink taps were leaking
, Shelves throughout facility lined with old and dirty cardboard., , All surfaces are to be smooth, non porous, and easy to clean, , Update, September 22. Some cardboard had been removed.
14 infractions
, Bucket of sanitizer had a chlorine concentration of 0 ppm
, Bins of raw beef stored above open containers of bean sprouts in the walk-in cooler
, 1. 3 large bins of raw beef left out at room temperature. Internal temperature measured 4.8C. Raw beef returned to the cooler, , 2. Container of raw bean sprouts measured at 11C. Raw bean sprouts are to be kept at 4C or below
1. Mice droppings found on the floor near to the back delivery door, front area under cabinets, dry storage area under shelves, behind the chest freezer located near to the front area. , , Safe disposal and cleanup of mice droppings discussed in detail. , Continue to work with pest control company and take all corrective measures/recommendations provided by professional., Seal all gaps and holes if any , Seal all possible entry points front and back door (back door floor seal was broken at some points (please reseal)., , 2. Back delivery door weatherstripping was broken at some points-please repair.
Grease/oil build up on the wooden shelves at far left from main kitchen entrance. , Dirt and debris on:, below the dishwashing area, dry storage area, walk in cooler, Remove unnecessary items/not associated with kitchen for the effective cleaning and sanitation. , All the shelves, cabinets., Deeply clean the entire kitchen., Develop a written cleaning and sanitation schedule and implement it- reference template will be provided with report.
a) Hand washing sink located in the kitchen was blocked with a basket containing dishes kept in the sink basin., , b) No soap was provided at hand washing sink in front prep area., , Requirement:, a) Ensure that hand washing sink is available for use all the time and it must not be blocked., , b) Provide soap at the hand washing sink located in front prep area.
Hoisin sauce was left in the can after opening., , Requirement., , Transfer food to glass/plastic/stainless steel container after opening the can
a) Jacket was kept in contact with single use dishes and sugar bag in storage area., , Requirement:, Store personal and miscellaneous items separately from food and dishes.
a) Mice droppings were noted at several places on floor in dry storage room., , b) Gap at the bottom of back screen door, which could allow entry of pest/vermin., , Requirement:, a) Clean and disinfect the affected areas., b) Seal all entry pints for mice., c) Contact pest control company for the treatment to resolve the issue., d) Provide inspection report to the health inspector after the treatment is done.
Paint has peeled off the wooden shelf making surface rough trapping dirt, located near microwave., , , Requirement:, Refinish the shelf to have smooth surface.
a) Dirt buildup on wooden shelf located near microwave., , b) Accumulation of dirt and debris on rubber gasket of small freezer located in the kitchen., , Requirement:, Clean the above noted areas and equipment.
Update May 27, 2025:, , The walk-in freezer is not organized, too full, no space to go in. Foods were stored on the floor. , , (Repeat violation from previous inspections), , Requirement:, , Ensure foods are stored 6inches above the floor to facilitate cleaning. The walk-in freezer needs cleaning and organizing.
Update October 25, 2024:, - Hoisin can still present. Remove the hoisin can and get a proper shelf., , Hoisin cans used to prop up microwave., - Obtain proper shelving unit or counter for microwave
Drop ceiling above the chest freezer is missing and needs to be replaced., - Replace the drop ceiling.
Update October 25, 2024:, - Lid of the chest freezer still needs to be repaired., , Packing tape used to secure lid of chest freezer
Update October 25, 2024:, 1) Caulking around the dish sink needs to be replaced., 2) Walk-in freezer is still full and needs to be reorganized., , 1) Mildew build up on caulking by the dish sink., Action required:, - Clean or replace the caulking strips., , 2) The walk-in freezer is not organize, too full, no space to go in. Foods were stored on the floor. , - Action required:, Ensure foods are stored 6inches above the floor to facilitate cleaning. The walk-in freezer needs cleaning and organizing. Foods were observed stored on the floor. , , REOCCURRING INFRACTION
, Hoisin cans used to prop up microwave., , Obtain proper shelving unit or counter for microwave
, 1. Layer of build up on ice machine lid, , 2. Build up under cooler door handles
, Packing tape used to secure lid of chest freezer
- Accumulation of grease and dust were observed on the ventilation canopy. The ventilation filters/hood is due for cleaning according to the sticker placed on it, , Action required:, Please call a professional ventilation canopy cleaner to clean the ventilation canopy. , , - Food debris were observed on the floor ,behind the stove, under the sink and beside the Ice machine. , , Action required: Throughly clean the floor around the kitchen and ensure floor are kept clean at all times. , , - The top and beneath the mechanical dishwasher had accumulation of debris and dust., - Pipe / water line leaking ontop of the dishwasher, Action required: , Fix or repair as necessary., , - Mildew build up on caulking by the dish sink., - Sections of wall around the dish sink is rotting away by moisture., , Action required:, 1) Clean or replace the caulking strips., 2) Sections of wall around the dish sink need to be renovated to resist the moisture in the area., , - The walk-in freezer is not organize, too full, no space to go in. Foods were stored on the floor. , , Action required:, Ensure foods are stored 6inches above the floor to facilitate cleaning. The walk-in freezer needs cleaning and organizing. Foods were observed stored on the floor. , , REOCCURRING INFRACTION,
, Organization required in back storage room.
, Large bowl of rice left in the microwave. Temperature measured 55C. Probe thermometer was not being used to check temperature of cook/ reheated foods
- The was no detergent and Chlorine Sanitizer in the bucket to wash and sanitize equipment, utensils and dishes in the dishwasher. , , Operator replaced the detergent and sanitizer at the time of inspection. , , * The Sanitizer was still not dispensing to sanitize dishes. , * Operator called Ecolab agent to come fix the dishwasher at the time of inspetion. , , - The mechanical dishwasher had a chlorine concentration between of 0 ppm. , , Action required: , The mechanical dishwasher may be used to wash dishes. However, there must be a separate sanitizing step for the dishware. For example, a sink filled with 100 ppm chlorine may be used to sanitize cleaned dishware. The dishes should be immersed in the solution for at least 2 minutes. Please ensure that the mechanical dishwasher is in good repair and can sanitize dishware with 100 ppm chlorine., , REOCCURRING INFRACTION.
, 1. No paper towels available at the back hand sink, , 2. No soap available at the front service station hand sink, , 3. No soap available at the kitchen hand sink by ice machine - corrected during inspection
, Back hand sink taps were leaking
, Shelves throughout facility lined with old and dirty cardboard., , All surfaces are to be smooth, non porous, and easy to clean
, Hoisin cans used to prop up microwave., , Obtain proper shelving unit or counter for microwave
, 1. Layer of build up on ice machine lid, , 2. Build up under cooler door handles
, Packing tape used to secure lid of chest freezer
- Accumulation of grease and dust were observed on the ventilation canopy. The ventilation filters/hood is due for cleaning according to the sticker placed on it, , Action required:, Please call a professional ventilation canopy cleaner to clean the ventilation canopy. , , - Food debris were observed on the floor ,behind the stove, under the sink and beside the Ice machine. , , Action required: Throughly clean the floor around the kitchen and ensure floor are kept clean at all times. , , - The top and beneath the mechanical dishwasher had accumulation of debris and dust., - Pipe / water line leaking ontop of the dishwasher, Action required: , Fix or repair as necessary., , - Mildew build up on caulking by the dish sink., - Sections of wall around the dish sink is rotting away by moisture., , Action required:, 1) Clean or replace the caulking strips., 2) Sections of wall around the dish sink need to be renovated to resist the moisture in the area., , - The walk-in freezer is not organize, too full, no space to go in. Foods were stored on the floor. , , Action required:, Ensure foods are stored 6inches above the floor to facilitate cleaning. The walk-in freezer needs cleaning and organizing. Foods were observed stored on the floor. , , REOCCURRING INFRACTION,
, , Numerous empty Hoisin cans were stored under the dishwashing counter making it difficult to clean
, Organization required in back storage room.