416 - 4625 Varsity Drive NW
Not in Compliance
2 violations were found at the most recent inspection.
Source: Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health
July 31, 2025
Not in ComplianceAvailable chlorine test strips are no longer effective. They would turn purple even under plain water., , Obtain new chlorine test strips.
Heavy grease accumulation was observed on the hood oil filters, especially around BBQ chamber pipes., , Clean.
Peking Garden is in the VARSITY neighbourhood. VARSITY, Calgary has 136 restaurants tracked on Pass or Fail, inspected by Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health. As of July 25, 2026, there are 109 (80%) In Compliance on their most recent inspection, with none Not in Compliance or Closed.
This restaurant has been inspected 3 times since December 19, 2024, with 0 in compliance, 3 not in compliance, and 0 closures on record.
2 violations
Available chlorine test strips are no longer effective. They would turn purple even under plain water., , Obtain new chlorine test strips.
Heavy grease accumulation was observed on the hood oil filters, especially around BBQ chamber pipes., , Clean.
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.
Maya East Indian Cuisine
VARSITY
4 violations
Poultry were thawed at room temperature in the space next to the walk-in freezer. The surface temperature was around 6C. Poultry was instructed to move into a cooler., , Thaw high risk food under 4C or under cold running water.
Available chlorine test strips are no longer effective. They would turn purple even under plain water., , Obtain new chlorine test strips.
Knives were stored in the gap between the prep tables in the kitchen. , , Ensure the knives and utensils are stored in a sanitary manner.
Heavy grease accumulation was observed on the hood oil filters, especially around BBQ chamber pipes., , Clean.
4 violations
1) A food handler touched personal cell phone then proceeded to continue food handling without washing hands. , , - Food handlers are to thoroughly wash their hands before commencing work. In particular, food handlers shall wash their hands each time after using the washroom, after returning from a break, after snacking or eating, after handling raw food products, or after any other activity or instance where hands may become, soiled. Single-use gloves do not replace the requirement for handwashing.
1) Several boxes of raw frozen chicken were left out in room temperature to thaw., - Do not thaw foods in room temperature. Use one of the following approved methods to thaw foods:, . in the cooler ahead of time, . under running cold water, . during the cooking process, . in the microwave if foods are being cooked or consumed immediately after, , 2) Chopped garlic in oil and raw beaten eggs were measured at 15 and 11 degrees Celsius respectively. , - Ensure perishable foods are stored at 4C or less or at a temperature of greater than 60 C at all times. If ice is used, ensure the food container is surrounded by ice and maintained at a temperature of 4C or less. Do not store in room temperature if it cannot be maintained at 4C or less., - Foods were discarded.
1) Observed food/raw meat being prepared in the dedicated handwashing area. , , - Do not prepare any foods in this area as it is not sanitary. All food must be prepared in designated food preparation area or install a new food preparation sink. , , 2) The handwashing sink in the corner by the entrance into the kitchen, is not easily accessible. , - Remove all equipment that are blocking or impeding access to handwashing sink. Ensure handwashing sink is easily accessible to facilitate handwashing.
1) Portioning bowls and utensils were stored inside of the dry bulk food containers and in direct contact with foods. , , - Do not store portioning bowls and utensils inside the bulk containers. Store in a clean and sanitary manner outside of the container.