2838 Morley Trail NW
Not in Compliance
3 violations were found at the most recent inspection.
Source: Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health
November 18, 2025
During inspection the ambient air of the front prep cooler was measured at 9.8C where the new eggs were stored., - Staff member moved the eggs to the back standup fridge.
Expired food permit from 2021 was posted. , - Have the new permit printed and posted.
The ceiling above the dry storage has dust accumulating by the vents. , - Have the area cleaned.
Tomato Basil is in the BANFF TRAIL neighbourhood. BANFF TRAIL, Calgary has 42 restaurants tracked on Pass or Fail, inspected by Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health. As of July 3, 2026, there are 38 (90%) 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.
Higher Ground Cafe
BANFF TRAIL
This restaurant has been inspected 5 times since February 6, 2024, with 1 in compliance, 4 not in compliance, and 0 closures on record.
3 violations
During inspection the ambient air of the front prep cooler was measured at 9.8C where the new eggs were stored., - Staff member moved the eggs to the back standup fridge.
Expired food permit from 2021 was posted. , - Have the new permit printed and posted.
The ceiling above the dry storage has dust accumulating by the vents. , - Have the area cleaned.
1 violation
Heavy grease-laden vapors visibly observed in the air from the ventless deep fryer. , , -Ensure the deep fryer unit and the facility ventilation system are operating properly. Ensure the deep fryer is approved by City of Calgary Safety Codes and fire departments.
1 violation
Heavy grease-laden vapors visibly observed in the air from the ventless deep fryer. , , -Ensure the deep fryer unit and the facility ventilation system are operating properly. Ensure the deep fryer is approved by City of Calgary Safety Codes and fire departments.
No violations
4 violations
The concentration of chlorine sanitizer in spray bottles was measured at 50 ppm. , , - ensure chlorine sanitizers are used at 100 ppm. Change the solution at adequate intervals.
Single use gloves are re-used. , , - Do not re-use. Discard gloves after they are removed or have become contaminated. ,
Improper manual dishwashing. Utensils and equipment are not sanitized. , , - All equipment and utensils must be washed, rinsed and sanitized. , - Provided information to staff. Ensure the following approved method is practiced: https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/assets/wf/eph/wf-eh-color-3-sink-dishwashing.pdf, ,
Handwashing sink in the back preparation area is not draining well and it is not being used. Water was turned off at the time of inspection. , , - Fix the plumbing issue immediately and ensure all handwashing sinks are operational, supplied with soap and paper towels.