1305 17 Avenue SW
Not in Compliance
2 violations were found at the most recent inspection.
Source: Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health
November 5, 2025
There was a hole in the weather stripping at the back entry door., , Replace the weather stripping or otherwise ensure the hole is covered to prevent pest entry.
A light cover was missing in the Deli area by the hand sink., - Install a new light cover.
Rustic Sourdough Bakery is in the LOWER MOUNT ROYAL neighbourhood. LOWER MOUNT ROYAL, Calgary has 71 restaurants tracked on Pass or Fail, inspected by Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health. As of July 29, 2026, there are 59 (83%) In Compliance on their most recent inspection, with none Not in Compliance or 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.
Shawarma Palace
BELTLINE
This restaurant has been inspected 7 times since September 12, 2024, with 1 in compliance, 6 not in compliance, and 0 closures on record.
2 violations
There was a hole in the weather stripping at the back entry door., , Replace the weather stripping or otherwise ensure the hole is covered to prevent pest entry.
A light cover was missing in the Deli area by the hand sink., - Install a new light cover.
7 violations
A meat slicer was observed in the Deli area had food debris., - Have the Deli Slice disassemble, clean and sanitize every 2 hours.
The north deli food display pastry with stuffed meat and meat. , Beef Sausage 13.6C, Turkey Cheddar Sausage 13.1C, Spicy Pork Sausage roll 11.4C, Ham & Swiss 11.1C, Turkey Cheddar Croissant 11.4C, Ambient temperature inside the Display 13.3C, *The operator discarded the product.
Some clear plastic bowls were observed, stored in bulk containers, including flour and sugar, and icing powder, contact with the dry ingredients., **Please ensure that scoops for bulk dry ingredients are stored in one of the following ways:, 1) Outside the bulk container in a separate container., 2) Inside the container with the handle facing up and not touching the ingredients., 3) Use a clean and appropriate scoop with handles each time.
Mouse droppings were observed behind the large oven in the southeast of the building., Mouse droppings were observed in the base of the small white oven. , - Have the area cleaned and sanitized.
No violations
3 violations
, Damaged/missing floor tiles in the front bakery sales area., , Replace missing tiles or otherwise repair floor to ensure that it is smooth, non-absorbent to moisture, easy to clean, and constructed of material intended for the purpose.
12-Sept-2024, 1) The floor tiles in front of the bakery area have gaps, exposing the wooden surface in the hallway leading to the back of the bakery prep area., 2) There are broken or missing wall tiles at the front of the bakery, behind the bread slicer., 3) The baseboards are missing at the front of the bakery, next to the bread slicer equipment., 4) There were some damaged areas of wall., ***As a result of the above issues, debris has built up in these areas. Please repair the damaged areas. Ensure that ceiling, floors, walls, and any furniture used in the kitchen or prep area are smooth, non-absorbent to moisture, easy to clean, and made from materials suitable for their intended purpose to protect from contamination.
10 violations
The handwashing sink at the back of the bakery has a hole in it and needs to be replaced., *All handwashing stations in the facility must be equipped with soap, single-use paper towels, and both hot and cold water at all times, and they must be in good repair.
9 mice were observed in tin traps in the facility (one alive, 8 dead). An abundance of rodent droppings were observed on floors in the facility, as well as under the handwashing sink in the deli, and in the base of display coolers in the deli., , Ensure that adequate pest control is taking place in the facility.
1) Mice traps were observed on-site, but no pest control records were maintained. The operator mentioned they have a professional company responsible for setting the traps and conducting inspections once a month., *Please maintain pest control records on-site at all times., 2) Flies were observed in the back of the bakery and deli prep areas., *Please keep these areas clean and free from pests, such as flies.
11 violations
1) There was no hot water at the handwashing sink in the front area. Operator said he will call the plumber to get the issue fixed, as rest of the sinks has access to hot water., 2) The handwashing sink at the back of the bakery has a hole in it and needs to be replaced., *All handwashing stations in the facility must be equipped with soap, single-use paper towels, and both hot and cold water at all times, and they must be in good repair.
9 mice were observed in tin traps in the facility (one alive, 8 dead). An abundance of rodent droppings were observed on floors in the facility, as well as under the handwashing sink in the deli, and in the base of display coolers in the deli., , Ensure that adequate pest control is taking place in the facility.
1) Mice traps were observed on-site, but no pest control records were maintained. The operator mentioned they have a professional company responsible for setting the traps and conducting inspections once a month., *Please maintain pest control records on-site at all times., 2) Flies were observed in the back of the bakery and deli prep areas., *Please keep these areas clean and free from pests, such as flies.
10 violations
1) Bulk food in the prep area, including but not limited to dough, sugar glaze, breadcrumbs, and flour, was uncovered., 2) Breadcrumbs were stored in milk crates lined with clear plastic bags., *The operator covered these items with lids during the inspection. All food (raw and/or cooked) must be covered at all times when not in use to prevent contamination.
- The meat was observed beside the meat slicer with a surface temperature of 15.8°C and a probe temperature of 7.1°C., *The operator discarded the meat.
- Only one drain plug was observed for the two-compartment sink in the back of the deli area., , *Each compartment of the sink requires its own drain plug to properly wash, rinse, and sanitize dishes. Please correct this issue., * Reviewed the dishwashing procedure with operator and provided the two-compartment sink AHS sticker to follow.
A small deep fryer was observed in the Deli side of the store., - Remove the deep fryer as it is a restricted condition on the Food Permit.
A light cover was missing in the Deli area by the hand sink., - Install a new light cover.
The ceiling in the Deli Area, above the sink has grease buildup., - Have the ceiling cleaned.
Several areas of damaged ceiling., , Repair the damaged areas of ceiling. Ensure that ceilings are smooth, non-absorbent to moisture, easy to clean, and constructed of material intended for the purpose.
, Damaged/missing floor tiles in the front bakery sales area., , Replace missing tiles or otherwise repair floor to ensure that it is smooth, non-absorbent to moisture, easy to clean, and constructed of material intended for the purpose.
12-Sept-2024, 1) The floor tiles in front of the bakery area have gaps, exposing the wooden surface in the hallway leading to the back of the bakery prep area., 2) There are broken or missing wall tiles at the front of the bakery, behind the bread slicer., 3) The baseboards are missing at the front of the bakery, next to the bread slicer equipment., 4) One wooden table next to the bread slicer is secured with duct tape and the finish has worn off making it not easily cleanable and absorbable., 5) A clear plastic cover has been attached to the ceiling at the back of the bakery. The operator explained that it was leaking previously, but the leak has been fixed, and the plastic cover was added for extra protection. There were dry water marks visible on the plastic cover, but no water dripping was observed during the inspection., 6) There were some damaged areas of wall., ***As a result of the above issues, debris has built up in these areas. Please repair the damaged areas. Ensure that ceiling, floors, walls, and any furniture used in the kitchen or prep area are smooth, non-absorbent to moisture, easy to clean, and made from materials suitable for their intended purpose to protect from contamination.
Several areas of damaged ceiling., , Repair the damaged areas of ceiling. Ensure that ceilings are smooth, non-absorbent to moisture, easy to clean, and constructed of material intended for the purpose.
Unfinished wood pallets were being used to store food and equipment., , Ensure that shelving and tables are smooth, non-absorbent to moisture, easy to clean, and constructed of materials intended for the purpose
The south staff washroom opened into the food handling area, and it was not equipped with a self-closing mechanism., , Ensure that washroom doors that open into food handling areas are equipped with self-closing mechanisms.
The enamel on the stovetop was missing in areas. , , Resurface the enamel stove top
12-Sept-2024: Continuing Violation, Cleaning required in the following areas, *walls, *mixers, *floors, *dry storage bins, *around baseboards, *stove at the back of the deli area., , 19-Sept-2019 (Previous Violation): Cleaning required in the following areas, *walls, *mixers, *floors, *dry storage bins
There was a gap at the back door., , Ensure that the gap at the back door is sealed to help prevent the entry of pests
, Damaged/missing floor tiles in the front bakery sales area., , Replace missing tiles or otherwise repair floor to ensure that it is smooth, non-absorbent to moisture, easy to clean, and constructed of material intended for the purpose.
12-Sept-2024, 1) The floor tiles in front of the bakery area have gaps, exposing the wooden surface in the hallway leading to the back of the bakery prep area., 2) There are broken or missing wall tiles at the front of the bakery, behind the bread slicer., 3) The baseboards are missing at the front of the bakery, next to the bread slicer equipment., 4) One wooden table next to the bread slicer is secured with duct tape and the finish has worn off making it not easily cleanable and absorbable., 5) A clear plastic cover has been attached to the ceiling at the back of the bakery. The operator explained that it was leaking previously, but the leak has been fixed, and the plastic cover was added for extra protection. There were dry water marks visible on the plastic cover, but no water dripping was observed during the inspection., 6) There were some damaged areas of wall., ***As a result of the above issues, debris has built up in these areas. Please repair the damaged areas. Ensure that ceiling, floors, walls, and any furniture used in the kitchen or prep area are smooth, non-absorbent to moisture, easy to clean, and made from materials suitable for their intended purpose to protect from contamination.
Several areas of damaged ceiling., , Repair the damaged areas of ceiling. Ensure that ceilings are smooth, non-absorbent to moisture, easy to clean, and constructed of material intended for the purpose.
Unfinished wood pallets were being used to store food and equipment., , Ensure that shelving and tables are smooth, non-absorbent to moisture, easy to clean, and constructed of materials intended for the purpose
The south staff washroom opened into the food handling area, and it was not equipped with a self-closing mechanism., , Ensure that washroom doors that open into food handling areas are equipped with self-closing mechanisms.
The enamel on the stovetop was missing in areas. , , Resurface the enamel stove top
12-Sept-2024: Continuing Violation, Cleaning required in the following areas, *walls, *mixers, *floors, *dry storage bins, *around baseboards, *stove at the back of the deli area., , 19-Sept-2019 (Previous Violation): Cleaning required in the following areas, *walls, *mixers, *floors, *dry storage bins
1) There was no hot water at the handwashing sink in the front area. Operator said he will call the plumber to get the issue fixed, as rest of the sinks has access to hot water., 2) The handwashing sink at the back of the bakery has a hole in it and needs to be replaced., 3) Some of the paper towels were not installed in the dispenser and stored beside it. Please ensure to put paper towels in the dispenser to protect from contamination., *All handwashing stations in the facility must be equipped with soap, single-use paper towels, and both hot and cold water at all times, and they must be in good repair.
- Scoops and some clear plastic bowls were observed, stored in most of the bulk containers, including flour and brown sugar, with their handles in contact with the dry ingredients., * The operator removed the scoops and plastic containers from the bulk foods., **Please ensure that scoops for bulk dry ingredients are stored in one of the following ways:, 1) Outside the bulk container in a separate container., 2) Inside the container with the handle facing up and not touching the ingredients., 3) Use clean and appropriate scoop with handles each time.
1) Mice traps were observed on-site, but no pest control records were maintained. The operator mentioned they have a professional company responsible for setting the traps and conducting inspections once a month., *Please maintain pest control records on-site at all times., 2) Flies were observed in the back of the bakery and deli prep areas., *Please keep these areas clean and free from pests, such as flies.
12-Sept-2024, 1) The floor tiles in front of the bakery area have gaps, exposing the wooden surface in the hallway leading to the back of the bakery prep area., 2) There are broken or missing wall tiles at the front of the bakery, behind the bread slicer., 3) The baseboards are missing at the front of the bakery, next to the bread slicer equipment., 4) One wooden table next to the bread slicer is secured with duct tape and the finish has worn off making it not easily cleanable and absorbable., 5) A clear plastic cover has been attached to the ceiling at the back of the bakery. The operator explained that it was leaking previously, but the leak has been fixed, and the plastic cover was added for extra protection. There were dry water marks visible on the plastic cover, but no water dripping was observed during the inspection., ***As a result of the above issues, debris has built up in these areas. Please repair the damaged areas. Ensure that ceiling, floors, walls, and any furniture used in the kitchen or prep area are smooth, non-absorbent to moisture, easy to clean, and made from materials suitable for their intended purpose to protect from contamination.
, Damaged/missing floor tiles in the front bakery sales area., , Replace missing tiles or otherwise repair floor to ensure that it is smooth, non-absorbent to moisture, easy to clean, and constructed of material intended for the purpose.
- The lid of the soap dispenser in the staff washroom was not the appropriate size, requiring soap to be poured from the bottle while performing hand hygiene., *Please ensure a properly sized soap dispenser is installed to facilitate effective hand washing and to protect against contamination.
12-Sept-2024: Continuing Violation, Cleaning required in the following areas, *walls, *mixers, *floors, *dry storage bins, *around baseboards, *stove at the back of the deli area., , 19-Sept-2019 (Previous Violation): Cleaning required in the following areas, *walls, *mixers, *floors, *dry storage bins