110 - 738 3 Avenue SW
Not in Compliance
4 violations were found at the most recent inspection.
Source: Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health
October 1, 2025
Not in ComplianceStaff were unable to find a thermometer in the salad prep cooler., -Ensure a thermometer is available in each cooler
**Continuing violation, ordered but not arrived**, Paper towel roll was in a bucket beneath the handwashing sink in the coffee/dessert area., ----------, The paper towel roll at the dessert/coffee bar was not in a dispenser at the time of the inspection. , , Please ensure all paper towel rolls for the hand sinks are in a proper paper towel dispenser to protect it from contamination.
**Ordered but not arrived**, 2) Handwashing sink in servery bar (in front of the coffee bar) did not have a paper towel dispenser., -Install a paper towel dispenser that protects the bulk roll from contamination
One ceiling tile is missing from the prep area (area by the walk-in fridge entrance)., -Install a ceiling tile that is smooth and impervious to moisture
Buchanan's is in the EAU CLAIRE neighbourhood. EAU CLAIRE, Calgary has 67 restaurants tracked on Pass or Fail, inspected by Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health. As of August 18, 2026, there are 39 (58%) In Compliance on their most recent inspection, with none Not in Compliance or Closed.
This restaurant has been inspected 4 times since October 25, 2023, with 0 in compliance, 4 not in compliance, and 0 closures on record.
4 violations
Staff were unable to find a thermometer in the salad prep cooler., -Ensure a thermometer is available in each cooler
**Continuing violation, ordered but not arrived**, Paper towel roll was in a bucket beneath the handwashing sink in the coffee/dessert area., ----------, The paper towel roll at the dessert/coffee bar was not in a dispenser at the time of the inspection. , , Please ensure all paper towel rolls for the hand sinks are in a proper paper towel dispenser to protect it from contamination.
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.
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**Ordered but not arrived**, 2) Handwashing sink in servery bar (in front of the coffee bar) did not have a paper towel dispenser., -Install a paper towel dispenser that protects the bulk roll from contamination
One ceiling tile is missing from the prep area (area by the walk-in fridge entrance)., -Install a ceiling tile that is smooth and impervious to moisture
5 violations
Chlorine sanitizing solution for espresso machine wiping cloth was strong enough to bleach out test strips., -Use chlorine sanitizer at 100-200 ppm, -Operator diluted solution during inspection
Staff were unable to find a thermometer in the salad prep cooler., -Ensure a thermometer is available in each cooler
**Continuing violation, ordered but not arrived**, Paper towel roll was in a bucket beneath the handwashing sink in the coffee/dessert area., ----------, The paper towel roll at the dessert/coffee bar was not in a dispenser at the time of the inspection. , , Please ensure all paper towel rolls for the hand sinks are in a proper paper towel dispenser to protect it from contamination.
**Ordered but not arrived**, 2) Handwashing sink in servery bar (in front of the coffee bar) did not have a paper towel dispenser., -Install a paper towel dispenser that protects the bulk roll from contamination
One ceiling tile is missing from the prep area (area by the walk-in fridge entrance)., -Install a ceiling tile that is smooth and impervious to moisture
6 violations
Wiping cloth for espresso machine steaming wand was sitting on the counter., -Store wiping cloths in sanitizer to prevent the growth of microorganisms
Walk-in fridge - raw meat stored above pails of mayo and pickles on one side of the fridge; raw meat above vegetables on other side of fridge., -Ensure ready-to-eat products are not stored beneath raw meat to prevent cross contamination
Staff were unable to find a thermometer in the salad prep cooler., -Ensure a thermometer is available in each cooler
**Continuing violation**, Paper towel roll was in a bucket beneath the handwashing sink in the coffee/dessert area., ----------, The paper towel roll at the dessert/coffee bar was not in a dispenser at the time of the inspection. , , Please ensure all paper towel rolls for the hand sinks are in a proper paper towel dispenser to protect it from contamination.
1) Handwashing sink in coffee/dessert bar was obstructed by a tray of condiments., -Ensure handwashing sink is always accessible. Find another area to store the tray, -Staff moved the tray, , 2) Handwashing sink in servery bar (in front of the coffee bar) did not have a paper towel dispenser., -Install a paper towel dispenser that protects the bulk roll from contamination
Coffee/dessert bar - clean teapots and bowls were stored directly beside the handwashing sink where they could be splashed by dirty water., -Store dishware in a sanitary location
5 violations
The chlorine sanitizer in the kitchen was tested to be 10ppm. , , The solution was re-mixed and tested to be 100ppm. , , Please ensure the chlorine sanitizer is mixed and tested to be 100ppm. , , Mix one to two tablespoons (½ - 1 ounce) bleach into 1 gallon water.
The paper towel roll at the dessert/coffee bar was not in a dispenser at the time of the inspection. , , Please ensure all paper towel rolls for the hand sinks are in a proper paper towel dispenser to protect it from contamination.
Food was observed to be stored on the floor of the walk-in cooler. , , Please ensure all foods are stored off of the floor to protect from contamination.
1) The tabletop can opener had a build-up of food debris and grime. , , Please clean and sanitize the can opener and add it to a regular cleaning schedule. , , 2) Duct tape was observed on the handles to the walk-in cooler that are located along the cook line. , , Please remove the duct tape as it is not a cleanable surface and can harbor pathogens.
1) The preparation area located next to the walk-in cooler had a build-up of food debris and grime. , , Please clean and sanitize this area. , , 2) A build-up of dust was observed on the walls/ceiling in the walk-in cooler. , , Please clean the dust.