74 Saddletowne Circle NE
In Compliance
No violations were found at the most recent inspection.
Source: Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health
Lovely Sweets is in the SADDLE RIDGE neighbourhood. SADDLE RIDGE, Calgary has 147 restaurants tracked on Pass or Fail, inspected by Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health. As of June 3, 2026, there are 96 (65%) In Compliance on their most recent inspection, with none Not in Compliance and 2 (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.
Gillz Sweet Factory
SADDLE RIDGE
This restaurant has been inspected 9 times since October 21, 2024, with 2 in compliance, 7 not in compliance, and 0 closures on record.
No violations
3 violations
There were cleaning cloths stored on food-contact surfaces. The inspector informed the staff/operator that cleaning cloths must be fully submerged in a sanitizer bucket solution at all times after use. The cleaning cloths were stored in a sanitizer bucket solution afterwards.
Some food products in the cooler were not covered. The food products were covered afterwards.
Scoops for dry product were stored inside the bins with the scoops covered in product. All scoops should be stored away from the food product or in a separate food-safe container, then cleaned and sanitized daily, to prevent the risk of contamination of the bulk ingredients. The scoops were removed.
2 violations
***Repeat violation***, , 1. There was a spices tray positioned next to the handwashing sink. Water splashed onto the spices when performing handwashing. , , Relocate the spice cart away from the handwashing sink or install a splash guard to prevent water from splashing onto the spices and contaminating them.
1. Floor tile around the back exit door was cracked exposing concrete layer., , Repair or replace the cracked floor tile around the back exit door to ensure a smooth, non-absorbent and easy to clean surface.
2 violations
***Repeat violation***, , 1. There was a spices tray positioned next to the handwashing sink. Water splashed onto the spices when performing handwashing. , , Relocate the spice cart away from the handwashing sink or install a splash guard to prevent water from splashing onto the spices and contaminating them.
1. Floor tile around the back exit door was cracked exposing concrete layer., , Repair or replace the cracked floor tile around the back exit door to ensure a smooth, non-absorbent and easy to clean surface.
2 violations
***Repeat violation***, , 1. There was a spices tray positioned next to the handwashing sink. Water splashed onto the spices when performing handwashing. , , Relocate the spice cart away from the handwashing sink or install a splash guard to prevent water from splashing onto the spices and contaminating them.
1. Floor tile around the back exit door was cracked exposing concrete layer., , Repair or replace the cracked floor tile around the back exit door to ensure a smooth, non-absorbent and easy to clean surface.
2 violations
***Repeat violation***, , 1. There was a spices tray positioned next to the handwashing sink. Water splashed onto the spices when performing handwashing. , , Relocate the spice cart away from the handwashing sink or install a splash guard to prevent water from splashing onto the spices and contaminating them.
1. Floor tile around the back exit door was cracked exposing concrete layer., , Repair or replace the cracked floor tile around the back exit door to ensure a smooth, non-absorbent and easy to clean surface., , 2.The cover of a light fixture in the kitchen was not securely in place and was at risk of falling. Please fix.
4 violations
1. There were cleaning cloths stored on food-contact surfaces. , , The inspector informed the staff/operator that cleaning cloths must stored in a bucket of sanitizer solution maintained at appropriate concentration at all times after use., , 2. A spray bottle containing chlorine-based sanitizer measured 0 ppm (corrected). A fresh solution measuring 100ppm was prepared on site.
1. There was a spices tray positioned next to the handwashing sink. Water splashed onto the spices when performing handwashing. , , Relocate the spice cart away from the handwashing sink or install a splash guard to prevent water from splashing onto the spices and contaminating them., , 2. Foods such as cut vegetable without barrier/covers were stacked in the prep cooler. , , Avoid stacking foods in the prepline cooler to ensure even cooling and to prevent contamination of uncovered foods.
9 violations
Dirty counter cloths on the prep line were not stored in a sanitizing solution between use. Replace dirty cloths and store in a bucket of sanitizing solution., **OUTSTANDING (2024-10-21). There were cleaning cloths stored on food-contact surfaces. The inspector informed the staff/operator that cleaning cloths must be fully submerged in a sanitizer bucket solution at all times after use. Please educate all staff regarding proper use and storage of cleaning cloths during operations.
Move soaking tamarind away from back handwash sink so it is not contaminated by soap or dirty water., **OUTSTANDING (2022-12-05). Buckets of syrup were stored directly on the wet floor around the hand sink. Store foods at least 6 inches off the floor and in a safe manner., **OUTSTANDING (2024-10-21). A bucket of syrup and Gulab Jamun was noted stored on the floor by the rear handwashing sink. The inspector informed the operator that all food must be stored off the floor. Please educate all staff regarding proper storage of food.
8 violations
Dirty counter cloths on the prep line were not stored in a sanitizing solution between use. Replace dirty cloths and store in a bucket of sanitizing solution., **OUTSTANDING (2024-10-21). There were cleaning cloths stored on food-contact surfaces. The inspector informed the staff/operator that cleaning cloths must be fully submerged in a sanitizer bucket solution at all times after use. Please educate all staff regarding proper use and storage of cleaning cloths during operations.
Move soaking tamarind away from back handwash sink so it is not contaminated by soap or dirty water., **OUTSTANDING (2022-12-05). Buckets of syrup were stored directly on the wet floor around the hand sink. Store foods at least 6 inches off the floor and in a safe manner., **OUTSTANDING (2024-10-21). A bucket of syrup and Gulab Jamun was noted stored on the floor by the rear handwashing sink. The inspector informed the operator that all food must be stored off the floor. Please educate all staff regarding proper storage of food.
1. Floor tile around the back exit door was cracked exposing concrete layer., , Repair or replace the cracked floor tile around the back exit door to ensure a smooth, non-absorbent and easy to clean surface., , 2.The cover of a light fixture in the kitchen was not securely in place and was at risk of falling. Please fix.
Knives and other kitchen utensils were stored in the gap between the spice cart and the prep cooler., , Store knives and kitchen utensils in a clean, designated area to prevent contamination.
Some foods were uncovered in the walk-in cooler. Please cover all foods while in storage., **OUTSTANDING (2024-10-21). Food items in the walk-in cooler and dry storage area were found not covered. The inspector informed the staff that all food items must be covered to prevent contamination of the food during storage. Please ensure to cover all food items.
The sanitizer solution was not properly labelled to indicate contents. The inspector informed the staff/operator to ensure that all chemicals used in the facility must be properly labelled.
Various perishable sweets/desserts were noted being stored at room temperature during the inspection with no proper temperature control measures in place. The inspector informed the operator that all perishable food cannot be stored at room temperature unless they are marked with the time at which they were removed from temperature control, and the food are displayed or held for service at room temperature for no more than 2 hours, after which they must be discarded.
Hand soap was not provided at hand washing sink next to the cook line. Please provide hand soap in a suitable dispenser., **OUTSTANDING (2024-10-21). There were no paper towel and no soap in the rear handwashing station. The inspector informed the staff to ensure that the handwashing station is fully equipped/supplied with soap and paper towel at all times during operations. Please educate all staff to ensure that all handwashing stations are fully supplied.
An open-food display of sweets/desserts was noted during the inspection, with customers conducting self-service without proper sneeze guards and food covers. The inspector informed the operator that all food must be protected from customer contamination, and that an open-food, self-service system is not allowed without proper sneeze guards and food covers.
There was no Food Safety Training Certificate provided during the inspection. The staff/operator mentioned that they have not completed a Food Safety Training. The inspector informed the staff/operator that at least one person, preferably at the supervisory level, must have a certification from one of the recognized Food Safety courses in Alberta. A list of recognized Food Safety Courses in Alberta will be provided with this report. , **OBTAIN A VALID FOOD SAFETY TRAINING CERTIFICATE.
There was an accumulation of old food debris/dust/garbage under the shelves in the dry storage room. Please clean., **OUTSTANDING (2024-10-21). General cleaning of the kitchen floors were required, especially below the kitchen equipment and below shelving units since these areas were noted as dirty during the inspection with accumulation of grease, dirt, and dust. The inspector informed the operator that all areas of the facility must be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition. Please ensure to also maintain a cleaning schedule and written sanitation procedures.
Some foods were uncovered in the walk-in cooler. Please cover all foods while in storage., **OUTSTANDING (2024-10-21). Food items in the walk-in cooler and dry storage area were found not covered. The inspector informed the staff that all food items must be covered to prevent contamination of the food during storage. Please ensure to cover all food items.
The sanitizer solution was not properly labelled to indicate contents. The inspector informed the staff/operator to ensure that all chemicals used in the facility must be properly labelled.
The handwashing station was blocked during the inspection with kitchen utensils. The inspector informed the staff/operator that the handwashing station must be free and readily available for handwashing at all times. The utensils were removed during the inspection.
Hand soap was not provided at hand washing sink next to the cook line. Please provide hand soap in a suitable dispenser., **OUTSTANDING (2024-10-21). There were no paper towel and no soap in the rear handwashing station. The inspector informed the staff to ensure that the handwashing station is fully equipped/supplied with soap and paper towel at all times during operations. Please educate all staff to ensure that all handwashing stations are fully supplied.
There was no Food Safety Training Certificate provided during the inspection. The staff/operator mentioned that they have not completed a Food Safety Training. The inspector informed the staff/operator that at least one person, preferably at the supervisory level, must have a certification from one of the recognized Food Safety courses in Alberta. A list of recognized Food Safety Courses in Alberta will be provided with this report. , **OBTAIN A VALID FOOD SAFETY TRAINING CERTIFICATE.
There was an accumulation of old food debris/dust/garbage under the shelves in the dry storage room. Please clean., **OUTSTANDING (2024-10-21). General cleaning of the kitchen floors were required, especially below the kitchen equipment and below shelving units since these areas were noted as dirty during the inspection with accumulation of grease, dirt, and dust. The inspector informed the operator that all areas of the facility must be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition. Please ensure to also maintain a cleaning schedule and written sanitation procedures.