A - 1443 Kensington Road NW · HILLHURST
November 19, 2025
Pass- Fly light trap was installed above the prep table in the back area, *Staff either to relocate the fly trap or prep table to avoid any potential contamination to the food items.
*Not observed at this time*, - Gap was noticed at the bottom of the hatch door., , Install weatherstripping to seal the gap and prevent the entry of pests., , Previous violation:, Gap was noticed at the bottom of the hatch door., , -Ensure that the gap is sealed and weatherstripping is done to prevent the entry of pests.
*Outstanding Violation* 18/Nov/2025 , - Mouse droppings were observed under the microwave counter and in the mop sink area., -Clean the mouse droppings as explained and monitor., Link: https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/news/Page15101.aspx
- A few fruit flies were observed around the cook line., *Maintain cleanliness in all areas by removing garbage frequently and ensuring surfaces are free from food debris. Monitor for any signs of fruit fly activity, and if the population increases, contact pest control immediately.
*Outstanding*, , In the kitchen, the ceiling tiles were missing., -Make sure that the ceiling tiles are replaced. , , In the basement, there were holes in the walls., -Ensure that walls are repaired., , Gap in the ventilation system., -Please make sure that the ventilation system is fixed and is in a working condition.
*Outstanding*, , In the basement: grease was sipping down the wall in the furnace room., , -Please clean those areas and thorough cleaning is needed throughout the facility.
Chicken on the Way is in the HILLHURST neighbourhood. HILLHURST, Calgary has 161 restaurants tracked on Pass or Fail, inspected by Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health. As of April 15, 2026, there are 100 (62%) that have passed their most recent inspection, with no closures.
This restaurant has been inspected 6 times since June 12, 2024, with 6 passes and 0 closures on record.
- Fly light trap was installed above the prep table in the back area, *Staff either to relocate the fly trap or prep table to avoid any potential contamination to the food items.
*Not observed at this time*, - Gap was noticed at the bottom of the hatch door., , Install weatherstripping to seal the gap and prevent the entry of pests., , Previous violation:, Gap was noticed at the bottom of the hatch door., , -Ensure that the gap is sealed and weatherstripping is done to prevent the entry of pests.
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.
Alberta records each visit as either a routine inspection (with any violations noted) or a closed order. If you see violations listed without a closed order, the operator was allowed to continue while addressing them. A closed order means the inspector required the kitchen to stop serving customers until the issues were corrected.
*Outstanding Violation* 18/Nov/2025 , - Mouse droppings were observed under the microwave counter and in the mop sink area., -Clean the mouse droppings as explained and monitor., Link: https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/news/Page15101.aspx
- A few fruit flies were observed around the cook line., *Maintain cleanliness in all areas by removing garbage frequently and ensuring surfaces are free from food debris. Monitor for any signs of fruit fly activity, and if the population increases, contact pest control immediately.
*Outstanding*, , In the kitchen, the ceiling tiles were missing., -Make sure that the ceiling tiles are replaced. , , In the basement, there were holes in the walls., -Ensure that walls are repaired., , Gap in the ventilation system., -Please make sure that the ventilation system is fixed and is in a working condition.
*Outstanding*, , In the basement: grease was sipping down the wall in the furnace room., , -Please clean those areas and thorough cleaning is needed throughout the facility.
- Surface sanitizer was tested as 1000 ppm of chlorine., *Staff discarded the previous sanitizer solution and prepared a new one, which tested at 100 ppm. Ensure that when using bleach, the chlorine concentration is maintained between 100–200 ppm. If using a solution with 1000 ppm chlorine, surfaces must be rinsed with potable water after sanitizing.
- Improper dishwashing method. Staff explained dishwashing as Wash, Sanitize and Rinse., *Explained the correct dishwashing procedure. Wash, Rinse, Sanitize (entirely submerged for 2 minutes) and Air Dry., https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/assets/wf/eph/wf-eh-color-3-sink-dishwashing.pdf
- Plastic bowls were in use as scoops., *Staff removed the bowls from the bulk container and put them in the dishwashing area., *Ensure scoops with handles are used and stored in a way that the handle does not touch the raw ingredients.
- Fly light trap was installed above the prep table in the back area, *Staff either to relocate the fly trap or prep table to avoid any potential contamination to the food items.
*Not observed at this time*, - Gap was noticed at the bottom of the hatch door., , Install weatherstripping to seal the gap and prevent the entry of pests., , Previous violation:, Gap was noticed at the bottom of the hatch door., , -Ensure that the gap is sealed and weatherstripping is done to prevent the entry of pests.
*Outstanding Violation* 18/Nov/2025 , - Mouse droppings were observed under the microwave counter and in the mop sink area., -Clean the mouse droppings as explained and monitor., Link: https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/news/Page15101.aspx
- A few fruit flies were observed around the cook line., *Maintain cleanliness in all areas by removing garbage frequently and ensuring surfaces are free from food debris. Monitor for any signs of fruit fly activity, and if the population increases, contact pest control immediately.
*Outstanding*, , In the kitchen, the ceiling tiles were missing., -Make sure that the ceiling tiles are replaced. , , In the basement, there were holes in the walls., -Ensure that walls are repaired., , Gap in the ventilation system., -Please make sure that the ventilation system is fixed and is in a working condition.
*Outstanding*, , In the basement: grease was sipping down the wall in the furnace room., , -Please clean those areas and thorough cleaning is needed throughout the facility.
*Outstanding Violation* Nov 18, 2025., , Food debris and grease noticed in the hard-to-reach areas behind the cookline in both the front and back kitchen., , -Clean the area.
- The floor drain in the walk-in cooler had food debris and appeared to be in disrepair., *Repair the drain and ensure the area remains clean and dry until the drain is fixed.
1) Mouse droppings were observed under the microwave counter and in the mop sink area., -Clean the mouse droppings and monitor., , 2) Some flies were observed in the back prep kitchen area., -Monitor for flies and if the issue increases, please contact your pest control operator.
Recurring violations:, , 1. Fruit flies were seen flying around and landing on the tong use to mix the corn fritters mix., , 2. Gap was noticed at the bottom of the hatch door., , Install weatherstripping to seal the gap and prevent the entry of pests., , Previous violation:, Gap was noticed at the bottom of the hatch door., , -Ensure that the gap is sealed and weatherstripping is done to prevent the entry of pests.
In the kitchen, the ceiling tiles were missing., -Make sure that the ceiling tiles are replaced. , , In the basement, there were holes in the walls., -Ensure that walls are repaired., , Gap in the ventilation system., -Please make sure that the ventilation system is fixed and is in a working condition.
The 2 -compartment sink tap was leaking., , -Fix the tap.
The flooring in the back kitchen was missing a vent cover., , Please replace the vent cover to prevent food debris from accumulating in the opening.
Food debris and grease noticed in the hard-to-reach areas behind the cookline in both the front and back kitchen., , -Clean the area.
In the basement: grease was sipping down the wall in the furnace room., , -Please clean those areas and thorough cleaning is needed throughout the facility.
1. Cleaning cloths were stored on the counter. and there were no sanitizer buckets available at the front service area and back kitchen., , Cleaning cloths were taken off the counter., , 2. Spray bottles were being used containing chlorine sanitizer that was bleaching off the chlorine test strips., , The chlorine sanitizer spray bottles were discarded and fresh chlorine sanitizer were prepared at 100 ppm., , Cleaning cloths intended to be reused must be frequently cleaned and stored in a sanitizing solution at the correct concentration to prevent the growth of harmful microorganisms.
Disposable gloves were stored on the uncooked raw battered chicken in the walk-in cooler., , The used disposable gloves in the walk-in cooler were discarded., , Disposable gloves should only be used once.
1. Corn fritters were stored in a bucket with a temperature between 23°C to 34°C. The corn fritters were removed from the walk-in cooler and had been held for more than 2 hours at room temperature., , Food discarded., , 2. The internal temperature of corn fritters on the hot holding unit measured between 49°C to 61°C., , The manager indicated that the corn fritter is usually used up within an hour., , Ensure the hot holding can maintain the temperature of the food at 60°C or above at all times., , The manager was instructed to keep the next batch of the corn fritter in the warmer used to hold the chicken.
Food containers were stored on the floor., , -Ensure that the food/food containers are stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
Mouse droppings were noted on top the cardboard used to cover the food boxes., , Photos of the cleaned cardboard was sent via email.
Recurring violations:, 1. Fly strips were noted on the furnace where food handling and bulk food bins are being stored., , Fly strips were promptly removed., , 2. Fruit flies were seen flying around and landing on the tong use to mix the corn fritters mix., , 3. Gap was noticed at the bottom of the hatch door., , Install weatherstripping to seal the gap and prevent the entry of pests., , Previous violation:, Gap was noticed at the bottom of the hatch door., , -Ensure that the gap is sealed and weatherstripping is done to prevent the entry of pests.
The flooring in the back kitchen was missing a vent cover., , Please replace the vent cover to prevent food debris from accumulating in the opening.
In the kitchen, the ceiling tiles were missing., -Make sure that the ceiling tiles are replaced. , , A tile was missing beneath the food counter which was beside the fryers., -Ensure that the wall tile is replaced., , In the basement, there were holes in the walls., -Ensure that walls are repaired., , Gap in the ventilation system., -Please make sure that the ventilation system is fixed and is in a working condition.
The 2 -compartment sink tap was leaking., , -Fix the tap.
1. Flour build-up was noted on the furnace at the back kitchen., , 2. Grease build-up was noted underneath the stove grill and behind the deep fryer walls., , 3. The ventilation canopy filters were accumulated with grease deposit and other residues., , The indicated areas were cleaned and photos were sent via email.
In the basement: grease was sipping down the wall in the furnace room., , -Please clean those areas and thorough cleaning is needed throughout the facility.
Cleaning cloths were observed on the food counters., , -Ensure that the cleaning cloths are placed inside the sanitizer solutions.
1) Fried bread was measured at 9.8 degrees C, 2) Four rows of potato fries trays were placed for frying., , The internal temperature of the bottom row trays was measured at 11.4 degrees C while the trays at the top was measured in the range of 19 -21 degrees C., The operator was asked to place the bottom trays inside the cooler and cook the top tray fries first., The operator placed the bottom trays of fries and the fried bread inside the cooler., , - The par cooked (partially cooked) food becomes perishable once it is removed from the cooler. , -Ensure that excess amount of perishable food is not stored at room temperature., -Ensure that the perishable food is stored at a temperature of 4 degrees C or less or 60 degrees C or more.
Food containers were stored on the floor., , -Ensure that the food/food containers are stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
Gap was noticed at the bottom of the hatch door., , -Ensure that the gap is sealed and weatherstripping is done to prevent the entry of pests.
In the kitchen, the ceiling tiles were missing., -Make sure that the ceiling tiles are replaced. , , A tile was missing beneath the food counter which was beside the fryers., -Ensure that the wall tile is replaced., , In the basement, there were holes in the walls., -Ensure that walls are repaired., , Gap in the ventilation system., -Please make sure that the ventilation system is fixed and is in a working condition.
The 2 -compartment sink tap was leaking., , -Fix the tap.
In the kitchen: the stove, the exhaust hood and the areas behind the cookline were dirty and greasy., , In the basement: grease was sipping down the wall in the furnace room., , -Please clean those areas and thorough cleaning is needed throughout the facility.
The chlorine sanitizer in the sanitizer bottle was weak., -The operator made new chlorine sanitizer and after checking, the concentration was standard 100ppm.
The hot holding was at 57C., - The temperature knob was put on high, and after checking in 15 minutes the temperature of the hot holding was at 60C., , -Ensure that the temperature is always at 60C or high.
Small amount of mice droppings were observed in the corner of the basement behind the chest freezers. Poulin Pest Control conducts regular visits as the pest control program., , Clean and monitor., , June 12, 2024: During routine inspection-, In the kitchen, some mouse droppings found behind the broom in the mop sink., In the basement, mouse droppings were found along the walls in several areas., -Please monitor and clean those areas., -Ensure that the old mouse droppings are cleaned. , There was a gap in the hatch door., -Please ensure that the gap is sealed and weatherstripping is done to prevent the entry of pests.,
In the kitchen, the ceiling tiles were missing, and the ceiling was covered with plastic sheets., -Make sure that the ceiling tiles are replaced as the plastic sheets are hard to clean and sanitize. , A tile was missing beneath the food counter which was beside the fryers., -Ensure that the wall tile is replaced., In the basement, there were holes in the walls., -Ensure that walls are repaired., Gap in the ventilation system., -Please make sure that the ventilation system is fixed and is in a working condition.
In the kitchen: the stove, the exhaust hood and the areas behind the cookline were dirty and greasy., In the basement: grease sipping down the wall in the furnace room., -Please clean those areas and thorough cleaning is needed throughout the facility., ,