12 - 7196 Temple Drive NE · TEMPLE
February 27, 2026
PassThe concentration of the chlorine sanitizer in the spray bottle located in the kitchen was measured to be 0 ppm., , - Mix 1/2 teaspoon of chlorine/bleach in a liter of water., , Ensure that the concentration of the sanitizing solution always measures 100 ppm and verify with test strips, as low concentrations of chlorine sanitizer are ineffective in killing microorganisms.
GingerFresh is in the TEMPLE neighbourhood. TEMPLE, Calgary has 51 restaurants tracked on Pass or Fail, inspected by Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health. As of April 15, 2026, there are 36 (71%) that have passed their most recent inspection, with no closures.
This restaurant has been inspected 5 times since May 7, 2025, with 5 passes and 0 closures on record.
The concentration of the chlorine sanitizer in the spray bottle located in the kitchen was measured to be 0 ppm., , - Mix 1/2 teaspoon of chlorine/bleach in a liter of water., , Ensure that the concentration of the sanitizing solution always measures 100 ppm and verify with test strips, as low concentrations of chlorine sanitizer are ineffective in killing microorganisms.
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.
Two containers of meat were observed thawing at room temperature in the dishwashing sink., , - Operator was instructed to move the food items to the cooler., , Do not thaw at room temperature, ensure to use one of the following approved methods to thaw foods:, - In the cooler ahead of time, - Under running cold water, - During cooking , - In the microwave, if being cooked or consumed immediately
**Outstanding violation**- February 20, 2026, , February 11, 2026, At the handwashing sink:, 1. Hot and cold running water supply was shut off at the time of inspection., , - Fix the plumbing issue and ensure that hot and cold running water are available at all times to facilitate proper hand hygiene.
**Outstanding violation**- February 20, 2026, , February 11, 2026, Waste matter from the grease interceptor was leaking onto the floor of the food preparation area, plastic wrap was tied around it., , - Service the grease interceptor and provide documentation of the work completed., , Clean and disinfect the kitchen floor.
**Outstanding violation**- February 20, 2026, , February 11, 2026, 1. Hot water supply at the dishwashing sink was shut off. The faucet was observed to be leaking, a plastic bag was tied around it., , Repair/fix all plumbing issues and ensure that hot and cold running water are available at all times to facilitate adequate sanitization.
**Outstanding violation**- February 20, 2026: A pool of water was also observed at the back area, close to the exit., , Requirements, - Clean and disinfect the floor and fix the leaking issue., , February 11, 2026, Accumulation of grease observed on the exhaust ventilation hood in the cooking area. , , - Clean and maintain the exhaust hood in a clean and sanitary condition at all times.
The chlorine sanitizer spray bottle at the food preparation area exceeded 500 ppm., , - Operator instructed to dilute the concentrated solution to the required and food safe level of 100 ppm., , - Ensure to maintain a chlorine concentration of 100 ppm, as very high concentrations are not food safe. Mix 1/2 teaspoon of unscented household bleach per liter of water. Verify the solution using chlorine sanitizer test strips.
Bags of cauliflower, carrots and noodles were stored close to the wall with significant amount of mould and leakage in the walk-in cooler., , - Ensure to not store food below and in close proximity to the leakage and mould to prevent contamination.
Raw eggs were stored at room temperature. Eggs measured 16 degrees Celsius. , , - Raw eggs were discarded. , , Ensure to store shell eggs at 7 degrees Celsius or less.
At the handwashing sink:, 1. Hot and cold running water supply was shut off at the time of inspection., , - Fix the plumbing issue and ensure that hot and cold running water are available at all times to facilitate proper hand hygiene., , 2. Access was obstructed by a chair at the time of inspection., , Ensure that handwashing sinks are accessible and clear at all times during operation to facilitate handwashing.
Waste matter from the grease interceptor was leaking onto the floor of the food preparation area, plastic wrap was tied around it., , - Service the grease interceptor and provide documentation of the work completed., , Clean and disinfect the kitchen floor.
1. Hot water supply at the dishwashing sink was shut off. The faucet was observed to be leaking, a plastic bag was tied around it., , Repair/fix all plumbing issues and ensure that hot and cold running water are available at all times to facilitate adequate sanitization., , 2. Rust observed on the storage shelves and floor inside walk-in cooler., , 3. The walls in the walk-in cooler were not smooth and easily cleanable., , - 2, 3: Fix/refinish the surfaces of the walls, floor and storage shelves., , Ensure that surfaces are smooth, impervious to moisture and easily cleanable.
1. Significant amount of mould observed in the walk-in cooler. , , 2. The walk-in cooler and freezer were observed to be in disrepair, ice build-up on the walls and pooled water on the floors., , REQUIREMENT, 1. Fix the walk-in cooler and freezer. , 2. Clean the walk-in cooler and freezer thoroughly.
Accumulation of grease observed on the exhaust ventilation hood in the cooking area. , , - Clean and maintain the exhaust hood in a clean and sanitary condition at all times.
The only hand sink in the kitchen is out of order. You have till Friday to fix the problem
Provide test strips for Chlorine