101 - 4014 Macleod Trail SE
Not in Compliance
2 violations were found at the most recent inspection.
Source: Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health
January 15, 2026
Soap dispensers at back area were not dispensing product., Staff indicated they are being replaced.
Raw wood shelving units present in various areas of kitchen., Raw wood is not an acceptable material as it is not easily cleanable., Treat raw wood or replace the shelves with ones that are smooth, easy to clean and impervious.
The Burger Mechanic is in the MANCHESTER INDUSTRIAL neighbourhood. MANCHESTER INDUSTRIAL, Calgary has 341 restaurants tracked on Pass or Fail, inspected by Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health. As of July 30, 2026, there are 244 (72%) In Compliance on their most recent inspection, with none Not in Compliance and 1 (0%) Closed.
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.
This restaurant has been inspected 5 times since July 17, 2023, with 1 in compliance, 4 not in compliance, and 0 closures on record.
2 violations
Soap dispensers at back area were not dispensing product., Staff indicated they are being replaced.
Raw wood shelving units present in various areas of kitchen., Raw wood is not an acceptable material as it is not easily cleanable., Treat raw wood or replace the shelves with ones that are smooth, easy to clean and impervious.
2 violations
The facilities Smartpower sink and surface sanitizer test strips had expired in June of 2022. , , Please obtain new test strips to be able to accurately test and verify the concentration of the sanitizer solutions.
Nov 5th, 2024: The oven is no longer is use and up for sale. , , Clear tape was observed on the exterior of the oven. , , Please remove the tape as it is not a cleanable surface and can harbour dirt and bacteria.
8 violations
The facility was using a general-purpose bathroom cleaner to sanitize food contact surfaces. , , A general-purpose bathroom cleaner is not food safe and is not approved to be used in a food preparation space. , , A Smartpower sink and surface sanitizer dispenser is set up in the back of the kitchen. A solution was dispensed and 0ppm was detected. , , Please have the dispenser re-calibrated to be dispensing properly. Until the dispenser can be fixed and 100ppm chlorine solution was mixed at the time of the inspection. , , The only food safe surface sanitizers that are allowed are the following: , - A 100ppm Chlorine (bleach) solution , - A 200ppm Quat solution , - A 272 – 700 ppm Smartpower sink and surface sanitizer solution
A large tube of ground beef was sitting on the back kitchen counter with no temperature control. , , Staff stated they had removed it from the cooler to break down into patties but had not started the prep at the time of the inspection. , , The beef was placed back in the cooler until staff were ready to use it. , , Please keep perishable food items in the cooler until you are ready to use them.
No violations
1 violation
The exhaust ventilation canopy vents were dirty with grease/dust/debris., --clean the vents
Items were stored in front of the hand washing sink in the back kitchen. , , Staff also stated they do not use the hand wash sink frequently. , , Please remove all items from in the front of the hand sink and ensure staff are educated on when and how to properly hand wash. , , Hand washing is critical in helping to prevent foodborne illness and must be completed frequently.
The hand washing sink located in the back kitchen was not stocked with paper towels. , , Please ensure that all hand washing sinks are stocked with paper towels in a proper dispenser, liquid hand soap, and running hot/cold water to allow for proper hand washing by food handlers.
The facilities Smartpower sink and surface sanitizer test strips had expired in June of 2022. , , Please obtain new test strips to be able to accurately test and verify the concentration of the sanitizer solutions.
The following equipment had a build-up of grime, food debris, and grease:, - The microwave inside and out, - The milkshake mixer , - Cooler/freezer handles, doors, and inside shelving , - The exterior of the oven , - The tops of the chest freezers , , Please clean and sanitize the indicated equipment and add them to a regular cleaning schedule.
Clear tape was observed on the exterior of the oven. , , Please remove the tape as it is not a cleanable surface and can harbour dirt and bacteria.
The general sanitation of the facility was poor. , , A deep clean of the facility including the floors, walls, shelving, and equipment is needed.