1 - 235 12 Avenue SW
Not in Compliance
5 violations were found at the most recent inspection.
Source: Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health
July 16, 2026
Not in ComplianceThe paper towel dispenser for the hand wash sink in the dish pit area was empty of paper towels., , Dispenser was refilled during inspection. Ensure paper towels are refilled as required.
The paper towel dispenser for the hand wash sink in the bar area was empty of paper towels., , Ensure paper towels are refilled as required.
The ceiling in the dish pit area and the back food preparation area is exposed to above. , , Finish the ceiling and/or install drop ceiling in these areas.
Ventilation canopy filters had grease accumulation., , Clean ventilation canopy filters and ensure they are cleaned on a regular basis.
Floors in hard to reach areas had grease, soil, and/or food debris accumulation., , Clean floors in hard to reach areas and ensure they are cleaned on a regular basis.
Native Tongues Taqueria is in the BELTLINE neighbourhood. BELTLINE, Calgary has 789 restaurants tracked on Pass or Fail, inspected by Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health. As of July 30, 2026, there are 552 (70%) In Compliance on their most recent inspection, with none Not in Compliance and 2 (0%) Closed.
This restaurant has been inspected 4 times since February 9, 2024, with 0 in compliance, 4 not in compliance, and 0 closures on record.
5 violations
The paper towel dispenser for the hand wash sink in the dish pit area was empty of paper towels., , Dispenser was refilled during inspection. Ensure paper towels are refilled as required.
The paper towel dispenser for the hand wash sink in the bar area was empty of paper towels., , Ensure paper towels are refilled as required.
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.
The Beltliner
BELTLINE
The ceiling in the dish pit area and the back food preparation area is exposed to above. , , Finish the ceiling and/or install drop ceiling in these areas.
Ventilation canopy filters had grease accumulation., , Clean ventilation canopy filters and ensure they are cleaned on a regular basis.
Floors in hard to reach areas had grease, soil, and/or food debris accumulation., , Clean floors in hard to reach areas and ensure they are cleaned on a regular basis.
1 violation
The food safe sanitizer solution bottles are labeled as a Quat sanitizer; however, the facility is using the Ecolab sink and surface sanitizer solutions. , , Please re-label the sanitizer bottles to accurately reflect the contents of the bottle., , APRIL 17/25: Same issue noted. Bottles were labelled as quats and did not register on test strips. All bottles were dumped and replaced with 100 PPM bleach & water solutions., , Ensure that properly labelled bottles and sanitizer-specific testing equipment are on-site.
2 violations
The food safe sanitizer solution bottles are labeled as a Quat sanitizer; however, the facility is using the Ecolab sink and surface sanitizer solutions. , , Please re-label the sanitizer bottles to accurately reflect the contents of the bottle.
The hand washing sink located next to the dishwasher was not stocked with paper towels at the time of the inspection. , , The paper towel was re-stocked at the time of the inspection. , , Please ensure all hand sinks are always stocked with paper towels in a proper paper towel dispenser, liquid hand soap, and running hot/cold water to facilitate proper hand washing.
3 violations
, The paper towel dispenser at the hand wash station in the bar was empty. Ensure that all hand wash stations are equipped with soap and single-use paper towels at al times.
Flats of beverages were stored directly on the floor. Store all food off the floor to protect against contamination.
, 1. Ice scoop was stored directly on top of the bulk ice machine. Store the ice scoop in such a way to prevent contamination (i.e. in a clean insert). Corrected during inspection., , 2. A knife was stored between the wall and the counter on near the cooking line. Do not store knives between counters. Store in such a way to protect against contamination. Corrected during inspection.