5616 4 Street NW · THORNCLIFFE
May 9, 2025
PassDrain plugs were unavailable. Two drain plugs are required to properly wash and sanitize dishes using the two-compartment sink method., , Please obtain two drain plugs to ensure that the two-compartment dishwashing method can be properly followed.
Gaps were observed alongside the outer edges of the exterior storm door located at the back of the facility., , Please install weatherstripping to prevent the entry of pests into the facility, or keep the exterior door closed at all times.
Ceiling tiles in the kitchen above food prep areas were observed to be dusty and in disrepair with water damage., , Please address the cause of the water damage to ensure there are no more leaks and replace the ceiling tiles. In the meantime, please dust the vents and the ceiling tiles to prevent physical contamination of loose debris.
1) The ambient temperature of the bubble tea cooler was measured at 10C., , Please repair or adjust the cooler to ensure it can hold and maintain temperatures of 4C or lower., , 2) The standing display cooler in the kitchen and chest freezer located in the back was observed to be covered in peeling grey duct tape and electrical tape which do not provide a smooth, easily cleanable, or impervious surface. This can result in the trapping and spreading of contaminants., , Please remove the duct tape and the covering so the surface of the cooler and chest freezer is a smooth and cleanable., , 3) Cardboard was observed to be used as a shelving liner located in the walk-in cooler. Cardboard is not a smooth, easily cleanable, and impervious surface., , Please remove the cardboard so the shelving surfaces can be cleaned and sanitized.
The following areas were observed to be covered in grease and food debris, including but not limited to:, , - The walk-in cooler and freezer floor, - Underneath all kitchen equipment located on the service line, - The commercial canopy and filters, - The wire shelving unit beside the wok burners, , Please clean and sanitize the indicated areas to eliminate food sources for unwanted pests.
Vietwest Restaurant is in the THORNCLIFFE neighbourhood. THORNCLIFFE, Calgary has 55 restaurants tracked on Pass or Fail, inspected by Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health. As of April 10, 2026, there are 30 (55%) that have passed their most recent inspection, with no closures.
This restaurant has been inspected 4 times since June 26, 2024, with 4 passes and 0 closures on record.
Drain plugs were unavailable. Two drain plugs are required to properly wash and sanitize dishes using the two-compartment sink method., , Please obtain two drain plugs to ensure that the two-compartment dishwashing method can be properly followed.
Gaps were observed alongside the outer edges of the exterior storm door located at the back of the facility., , Please install weatherstripping to prevent the entry of pests into the facility, or keep the exterior door closed at all times.
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.
Alberta records each visit as either a routine inspection (with any violations noted) or a closed order. If you see violations listed without a closed order, the operator was allowed to continue while addressing them. A closed order means the inspector required the kitchen to stop serving customers until the issues were corrected.
THORNCLIFFE
Ceiling tiles in the kitchen above food prep areas were observed to be dusty and in disrepair with water damage., , Please address the cause of the water damage to ensure there are no more leaks and replace the ceiling tiles. In the meantime, please dust the vents and the ceiling tiles to prevent physical contamination of loose debris.
1) The ambient temperature of the bubble tea cooler was measured at 10C., , Please repair or adjust the cooler to ensure it can hold and maintain temperatures of 4C or lower., , 2) The standing display cooler in the kitchen and chest freezer located in the back was observed to be covered in peeling grey duct tape and electrical tape which do not provide a smooth, easily cleanable, or impervious surface. This can result in the trapping and spreading of contaminants., , Please remove the duct tape and the covering so the surface of the cooler and chest freezer is a smooth and cleanable., , 3) Cardboard was observed to be used as a shelving liner located in the walk-in cooler. Cardboard is not a smooth, easily cleanable, and impervious surface., , Please remove the cardboard so the shelving surfaces can be cleaned and sanitized.
The following areas were observed to be covered in grease and food debris, including but not limited to:, , - The walk-in cooler and freezer floor, - Underneath all kitchen equipment located on the service line, - The commercial canopy and filters, - The wire shelving unit beside the wok burners, , Please clean and sanitize the indicated areas to eliminate food sources for unwanted pests.
Drain plugs were unavailable. Two drain plugs are required to properly wash and sanitize dishes using the two-compartment sink method., , Please obtain two drain plugs to ensure that the two-compartment dishwashing method can be properly followed.
Gaps were observed alongside the outer edges of the exterior storm door located at the back of the facility., , Please install weatherstripping to prevent the entry of pests into the facility, or keep the exterior door closed at all times.
Ceiling tiles in the kitchen above food prep areas were observed to be in disrepair with water damage., , Please address the cause of the water damage to ensure there are no more leaks and replace the ceiling tiles.
1) The ambient temperature of the bubble tea cooler was measured at 10C., , Please repair or adjust the cooler to ensure it can hold and maintain temperatures of 4C or lower., , 2) The standing display cooler in the kitchen and chest freezer located in the back was observed to be covered in peeling grey duct tape and electrical tape which do not provide a smooth, easily cleanable, or impervious surface. This can result in the trapping and spreading of contaminants., , Please remove the duct tape and the covering so the surface of the cooler and chest freezer is a smooth and cleanable., , 3) Cardboard was observed to be used as a shelving liner located in the walk-in cooler and on top of the chest freezer located at the back of the facility. Cardboard is not a smooth, easily cleanable, and impervious surface., , Please remove the cardboard so the shelving surfaces can be cleaned and sanitized., , 4) Cloth towels were observed to be used as a shelving liner located on the bottom shelf of the standing display cooler. Cloth towels are not a smooth, easily cleanable, and impervious surface., , Please remove the cloth towels so the shelving surfaces can be cleaned and sanitized.
The following areas were observed to be covered in grease and food debris, including but not limited to:, , - The walk-in cooler and freezer floor, - Underneath all kitchen equipment located on the service line, - The commercial canopy and filters, - The interior and exterior surfaces of the standing display cooler, - The wire shelving unit beside the wok burners, , Please clean and sanitize the indicated areas to eliminate food sources for unwanted pests.
Wet cleaning cloths were observed sitting on kitchen surfaces outside of sanitizer solution. Cleaning cloths not in use must be submerged in sanitizer solution to kill harmful bacteria. Cleaning cloths intended to be reused must be frequently cleaned and stored in a sanitizing solution at the correct concentration when not in use to prevent the growth of harmful microorganisms., , Please ensure that a sanitizer solution with the correct concentration of 100 ppm (chlorine) or 200ppm (quat), along with submerged cleaning cloths, are available at all times during food processing.
1) The chlorine dishwasher was tested using testing strips, which indicated a reading of 0 ppm. To ensure effective sanitation, the chlorine sanitizer must register at 100 ppm. Despite priming the sanitizer line, the machine failed to deliver the required sanitizer strength of 100 ppm. It's important to note that chlorine sanitizer is essential for eliminating harmful pathogens., , Please contact a technician to repair the low-temperature dishwasher. The operator was instructed to use the dishwasher to clean, while using a large bucket to sanitize their dishes, submerging the dishes in 100 ppm chlorine sanitizer mixture for two minutes. All dishes must be air dried. This dishwashing system must be used temporarily until the dishwasher is repaired., , 2) Drain plugs were unavailable. Two drain plugs are required to properly wash and sanitize dishes using the two-compartment sink method., , Please obtain two drain plugs to ensure that the two-compartment dishwashing method can be properly followed.
Chlorine test strips were unavailable., , Obtain chlorine test strips within their expiry date so that the concentration of chlorine for the dishwasher and sanitizer solution strength can be accurately verified.
Gaps were observed alongside the outer edges of the exterior storm door located at the back of the facility., , Please install weatherstripping to prevent the entry of pests into the facility, or keep the exterior door closed at all times.
Ceiling tiles in the kitchen above food prep areas were observed to be in disrepair with water damage., , Please address the cause of the water damage to ensure there are no more leaks and replace the ceiling tiles.
1) A visibly contaminated sheet of tin foil covered with sauce was observed to be used as a splash guard on the grill, , Please remove the tin foil and clean and sanitize the indicated area. Ensure contaminated tin foil is replaced after use., , 2) The ambient temperature of the bubble tea cooler was measured at 10C., , Please repair or adjust the cooler to ensure it can hold and maintain temperatures of 4C or lower., , 3) The standing display cooler in the kitchen and chest freezer located in the back was observed to be covered in peeling grey duct tape and electrical tape which do not provide a smooth, easily cleanable, or impervious surface. This can result in the trapping and spreading of contaminants., , Please remove the duct tape and the covering so the surface of the cooler and chest freezer is a smooth and cleanable., , 4) Cardboard was observed to be used as a shelving liner located in the walk-in cooler and on top of the chest freezer located at the back of the facility. Cardboard is not a smooth, easily cleanable, and impervious surface., , Please remove the cardboard so the shelving surfaces can be cleaned and sanitized., , 5) Cloth towels were observed to be used as a shelving liner located on the bottom shelf of the standing display cooler. Cloth towels are not a smooth, easily cleanable, and impervious surface., , Please remove the cloth towels so the shelving surfaces can be cleaned and sanitized.
The following areas were observed to be covered in grease and food debris, including but not limited to:, , - The walk-in cooler and freezer floor, - Underneath all kitchen equipment located on the service line, - The commercial canopy and filters, - The interior and exterior surfaces of the standing display cooler, - The wire shelving unit beside the wok burners, , Please clean and sanitize the indicated areas to eliminate food sources for unwanted pests.
Violation: Bleach sanitizer bottle was empty., , Action Taken: Staff replaced the sanitizer bottle with the new one and bleach concentration was measured as 100 ppm. Please check supplies regularly to ensure proper cleaning and sanitizing of the dishes and utensils.
Violation: Uncovered food items were observed in the walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer., , Action Taken: Staff covered the food items with saran wrap. Please make sure to cover the food items to prevent from cross contamination.
Please maintain the following area in a clean and sanitary manner to avoid any contamination:, 1) Ceiling tiles in the kitchen requires cleaning: There was water damage to the tiles and dust accumulation, needs to be refinished., 2) Canopy above the stove requires cleaning- grease deposition., 3) Floor of the walk-in cooler and the freezer require cleaning., ,