2 - 1935 27 Avenue NE
Not in Compliance
4 violations were found at the most recent inspection.
Source: Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health
January 14, 2026
" Ongoing violation", The front and back hand washing sink was used for washing bowls and dishes. , The operator was made aware that the hand wash sink should be only used for washing hands., , -Ensure that the hand wash sink is designated for hand washing and rinsing of utensils is done in the dishwashing sink.
Gap between the counter and the front hand wash sink was duct taped., , -Ensure that the gap is sealed with a material which can be cleaned and sanitized.
1)Couple of knives were duct taped., -Ensure that the equipment and utensils have smooth surfaces that can be cleaned and sanitized., , 2) Counter used to store clean containers was dirty., -Ensure that clean utensils are stored in clean and sanitary areas., , 3) Chemicals and utensils were stored together. , -Ensure that the chemicals and clean utensils are stored separately., , 4) Scoops were being stored inside the food containers., -Ensure that the scoops are stored in such a way that the handle does not come in contact with hand.
1)Cardboard was being used as liners for shelves inside the stand in fridge., , 2) Handles of the fridge used for storage was covered with food debris., , -Clean the handles and do not use cardboards as liners as cardboard is not a clean surface.
Little Saigon Bistro is in the SOUTH AIRWAYS neighbourhood. SOUTH AIRWAYS, Calgary has 141 restaurants tracked on Pass or Fail, inspected by Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health. As of July 28, 2026, there are 102 (72%) In Compliance on their most recent inspection, with none Not in Compliance and 1 (1%) 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 11 times since September 28, 2023, with 6 in compliance, 5 not in compliance, and 0 closures on record.
4 violations
" Ongoing violation", The front and back hand washing sink was used for washing bowls and dishes. , The operator was made aware that the hand wash sink should be only used for washing hands., , -Ensure that the hand wash sink is designated for hand washing and rinsing of utensils is done in the dishwashing sink.
Gap between the counter and the front hand wash sink was duct taped., , -Ensure that the gap is sealed with a material which can be cleaned and sanitized.
1)Couple of knives were duct taped., -Ensure that the equipment and utensils have smooth surfaces that can be cleaned and sanitized., , 2) Counter used to store clean containers was dirty., -Ensure that clean utensils are stored in clean and sanitary areas., , 3) Chemicals and utensils were stored together. , -Ensure that the chemicals and clean utensils are stored separately., , 4) Scoops were being stored inside the food containers., -Ensure that the scoops are stored in such a way that the handle does not come in contact with hand.
1)Cardboard was being used as liners for shelves inside the stand in fridge., , 2) Handles of the fridge used for storage was covered with food debris., , -Clean the handles and do not use cardboards as liners as cardboard is not a clean surface.
5 violations
" Ongoing violation", The sub cooler was measured at 11 degrees C., , -Ensure that the perishable food is stored at 4 degrees c or less under refrigeration., -Repair/replace the cooler. Donot use the cooler until the temperature is maintained at 4 degrees c or less.
" Ongoing violation", The front and back hand washing sink was used for washing bowls and dishes. , The operator was made aware that the hand wash sink should be only used for washing hands., , -Ensure that the hand wash sink is designated for hand washing and rinsing of utensils is done in the dishwashing sink.
Gap between the counter and the front hand wash sink was duct taped., , -Ensure that the gap is sealed with a material which can be cleaned and sanitized.
6 violations
" Ongoing violation", The sub cooler was measured at 10 degrees C., , -Ensure that the perishable food is stored at 4 degrees c or less under refrigeration., -Repair/replace the cooler. Donot use the cooler until the temperature is maintained at 4 degrees c or less.
"Ongoing violation", , The chlorine in the dishwasher was measured between 50 -100 ppm. , -Ensure that the chlorine in the dishwasher is tested at 100 ppm., , The chlorine in the dishwasher was measured near 50 ppm. , , -Ensure that the chlorine in the dishwasher is tested at 100 ppm.
" Ongoing violation", The front and back hand washing sink was used for washing bowls and dishes. , The operator was made aware that the hand wash sink should be only used for washing hands., , -Ensure that the hand wash sink is designated for hand washing and rinsing of utensils is done in the dishwashing sink.
10 violations
1)Bleach was measured less than 50 ppm., * A new solution was prepared which was tested at 100ppm., -Ensure that the bleach is measured at 100 ppm., , 2) Cleaning cloths were stored on the counters., -Ensure that the cleaning cloths are stored inside the sanitizer in between uses.
1)Food was stored beside the hand wash sink. , Food was removed., -Ensure that there is barrier/splash guard beside the hand sink and the counter or store the food away from the hand sink., , 2) Couple of food containers were stored uncovered inside the stand in fridge and the prep line cooler., -Ensure that the food is covered to prevent contamination.
Blood pork inside the prep line cooler was measured at 10.1 degrees C., * The blood pork container was discarded., , -Ensure that the perishable food is stored at 4 degrees C or less under refrigeration.
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1 violation
Mechanical washer doe's does not provide sanitation. Service the washer. Meantime use the 2-compartment sink for the utensils. Food must be served using single service articles.
1)Couple of knives were duct taped., -Ensure that the equipment and utensils have smooth surfaces that can be cleaned and sanitized., , 2) Counter used to store clean containers was dirty., -Ensure that clean utensils are stored in clean and sanitary areas., , 3) Chemicals and utensils were stored together. , -Ensure that the chemicals and clean utensils are stored separately., , 4) Scoops were being stored inside the food containers., -Ensure that the scoops are stored in such a way that the handle does not come in contact with hand.
1)Cardboard was being used as liners for shelves inside the stand in fridge., , 2) Handles of the fridge used for storage was covered with food debris., , -Clean the handles and do not use cardboards as liners as cardboard is not a clean surface.
Gap between the counter and the front hand wash sink was duct taped., , -Ensure that the gap is sealed with a material which can be cleaned and sanitized.
1)Couple of knives were duct taped., -Ensure that the equipment and utensils have smooth surfaces that can be cleaned and sanitized., , 2) Counter used to store clean containers was dirty., -Ensure that clean utensils are stored in clean and sanitary areas., , 3) Chemicals and utensils were stored together. , -Ensure that the chemicals and clean utensils are stored separately., , 4) Scoops were being stored inside the food containers., -Ensure that the scoops are stored in such a way that the handle does not come in contact with hand.
1)Cardboard was being used as liners for shelves inside the stand in fridge., , 2) Handles of the fridge used for storage was covered with food debris., , -Clean the handles and do not use cardboards as liners as cardboard is not a clean surface.
1)Noodles were measured at 11.9 degrees C. , Noodles were placed inside the cooler., , 2) The sub cooler was measured at 10 degrees C., , 3) One small cooler was measured at 7 degrees C., , -Ensure that the perishable food is stored at 4 degrees c or less under refrigeration., -Repair/replace the cooler. Donot use the cooler until the temperature is maintained at 4 degrees c or less.
The chlorine in the dishwasher was measured near 50 ppm. , , -Ensure that the chlorine in the dishwasher is tested at 100 ppm.
The front and back hand washing sink was used for washing bowls and dishes. , The operator was made aware that the hand wash sink should be only used for washing hands., , -Ensure that the hand wash sink is designated for hand washing and rinsing of utensils is done in the dishwashing sink.
The back hand wash sink was blocked by a garbage bin., The garbage bin was removed., , -Ensure that the hand sink is not obstructed for hand washing.
Gap between the counter and the front hand wash sink was duct taped., , -Ensure that the gap is sealed with a material which can be cleaned and sanitized.
1)Couple of knives were duct taped., -Ensure that the equipment and utensils have smooth surfaces that can be cleaned and sanitized., , 2) Counter used to store clean containers was dirty., -Ensure that clean utensils are stored in clean and sanitary areas., , 3) Chemicals and utensils were stored together. , -Ensure that the chemicals and clean utensils are stored separately., , 4) Scoops were being stored inside the food containers., -Ensure that the scoops are stored in such a way that the handle does not come in contact with hand.
1)Cardboard was being used as liners for shelves inside the stand in fridge., , 2) Handles of the fridge used for storage was covered with food debris., , -Clean the handles and do not use cardboards as liners as cardboard is not a clean surface.