CalgaryDOWNTOWN COMMERCIAL CORE
503 4 Avenue SW
Not in Compliance
1 violation was found at the most recent inspection.
Source: Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health
February 5, 2026
Sanitizer bottles showed 0ppm sanitizer when tested. When tested directly from the dispenser the sanitizer solution was tested correctly. , , Please dump the existing sanitizer bottles and refill them from the dispenser., , Please ensure sanitizer solutions are tested daily to ensure the correct concentration.
The Imperial Tap is in the DOWNTOWN COMMERCIAL CORE neighbourhood. DOWNTOWN COMMERCIAL CORE, Calgary has 683 restaurants tracked on Pass or Fail, inspected by Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health. As of July 22, 2026, there are 475 (70%) 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.
Peppino Gourmet Foods
DOWNTOWN COMMERCIAL CORE
This restaurant has been inspected 8 times since July 5, 2023, with 3 in compliance, 5 not in compliance, and 0 closures on record.
1 violation
Sanitizer bottles showed 0ppm sanitizer when tested. When tested directly from the dispenser the sanitizer solution was tested correctly. , , Please dump the existing sanitizer bottles and refill them from the dispenser., , Please ensure sanitizer solutions are tested daily to ensure the correct concentration.
No violations
1 violation
Cleaning is required in the following areas: , , 1. There is grime and accumulation of food debris behind the grill. , , All areas in a food facility must be maintained in a clean and sanitary manner. Ensure hard to reach areas are regularly cleaned and sanitized. Develop a cleaning schedule to address these areas.
5 violations
The hand sink in near the grill is blocked by an old grill. , , The hand sink must be easily accessible at all times to perform hand hygiene. , , Refrain from placing any articles in front or near the hand sink.
Plastic container used as a scoop for the rice bulk supply., , Replace the plastic container with a scoop that has a handle and store scoops in a separate area or with , the handle upright to avoid contamination of the food. , , The operator removed the plastic container from the bulk container at the time of the inspection.
The food permit was posted in the kitchen and is not easily seen by the public. , , The food permit must be posted in a conspicuous place for the public to see. , , The operator posted the food permit by the entrance at the time of the inspection.
No violations
No violations
4 violations
Sanitizer bottles were unlabeled. , , Please ensure all chemical bottles are labeled such that the contents can be identified and properly used.
The ice scoop was stored directly in the ice well at the bar. , , Please store the ice scoop outside of the ice well and in a designated container to limit food handler contact with the ice.
The facility is using the Smartpower sink and surface sanitizer but did not have the test strips available on-site. , , Please obtain the appropriate test strips to be able to test and verify the concentration of the sanitizer solutions.
5 violations
Sanitizer bottles were unlabeled. , , Please ensure all chemical bottles are labeled such that the contents can be identified and properly used.
The ice scoop was stored directly in the ice well at the bar. , , Please store the ice scoop outside of the ice well and in a designated container to limit food handler contact with the ice.
The facility is using the Smartpower sink and surface sanitizer but did not have the test strips available on-site. , , Please obtain the appropriate test strips to be able to test and verify the concentration of the sanitizer solutions.
The chest freezer near the grill had several damaged sections inside and outside with exposed foam insulation, which would make these surfaces difficult to clean. , , Replace or repair the damaged sections of chest freezer.
Cleaning is required in the following areas: , , 1. There is grime and accumulation of food debris behind the grill. , , 2. The steel table on the right side of the grill is soiled with grease and grime. , , All areas in a food facility must be maintained in a clean and sanitary manner. Ensure hard to reach areas are regularly cleaned and sanitized. Develop a cleaning schedule to address these areas.
1) The ice machine was leaking and water was pooling under and around the machine. , , Please have the leak repaired. , , 2) Water was leaking from the sprayer sink in the dish pit. A bucket had been placed below to prevent pooling of the water. , , Please repair the plumbing such that there are no leaks.
The trade name of the facility has been changed from "Pig and Duke" to "The Imperial Tap". , , Please submit a Food Permit Application for the trade name change.
1) The ice machine was leaking and water was pooling under and around the machine. , , Please have the leak repaired. , , 2) Water was leaking from the sprayer sink in the dish pit. A bucket had been placed below to prevent pooling of the water. , , Please repair the plumbing such that there are no leaks.