101 - 1708 99 Street NW
In Compliance
No violations were found at the most recent inspection.
Source: Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health
Blanco Cantina is in the SOUTH EDMONTON COMMON neighbourhood. SOUTH EDMONTON COMMON, Edmonton has 99 restaurants tracked on Pass or Fail, inspected by Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health. As of July 21, 2026, there are 83 (84%) 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.
Earls Kitchen + Bar
SOUTH EDMONTON COMMON
This restaurant has been inspected 14 times since July 13, 2023, with 5 in compliance, 9 not in compliance, and 0 closures on record.
No violations
1 violation
The glass washer at the bar was tested and found to have an iodine concentration of 0 ppm. This must be corrected to ensure that a concentration of 12.5–25 ppm is maintained for effective sanitization.
No violations
1 violation
** - improper cooling of high risk foods observed
1 violation
** - improper cooling of high risk foods observed
No violations
1 violation
**-live flies noted (bar area)
No violations
3 violations
The handwashing sink in the bar area is observed with no paper towel in a dispenser. Ensure that the indicated handwashing sink is equipped with paper towel in a dispenser.
The handwashing sink in the bar area is observed with no liquid soap in a dispenser. Ensure that all handwashing sinks are equipped with liquid soap in a dispenser. The operator provided soap at the indicated handwashing sink during the inspection.
The QUAT test strips are observed to be expired. , Ensure that new test strips are acquired.
No violations
1 violation
1)A food prep cooler was found at 7 degrees Celsius after the temperature was adjusted by staff. The operator will perform a temperature check at 4pm to confirm the temperature, if not at or below 4 degrees Celsius a technician will repair the unit. Ensure that food in food prep coolers is kept at a temperature of 4 degrees Celsius or below to minimize the growth of microbes. Do not overfill the inserts. Keep the lid of the food prep cooler closed when not in use to maintain the temperature. , , July 25, 2023 The food prep cooler was between 7-9 degrees Celsius during the inspection. The food was moved to the walk in cooler during the inspection and the temperatures would be monitor and the unit serviced again if necessary. , , August 31, 2023 The cooler was found between 7-8 degrees Celsius. Some food was moved to a cooler or discarded. The operator was asked to have the unit repaired.
6 violations
1)A food prep cooler was found at 7 degrees Celsius after the temperature was adjusted by staff. The operator will perform a temperature check at 4pm to confirm the temperature, if not at or below 4 degrees Celsius a technician will repair the unit. Ensure that food in food prep coolers is kept at a temperature of 4 degrees Celsius or below to minimize the growth of microbes. Do not overfill the inserts. Keep the lid of the food prep cooler closed when not in use to maintain the temperature. , , July 25, 2023 The food prep cooler was between 7-9 degrees Celsius during the inspection. The food was moved to the walk in cooler during the inspection and the temperatures would be monitor and the unit serviced again if necessary.
1) A container with cut fruits including limes and lemons were found at 8 degrees Celsius and no ice in the bottom of the container. The container was moved to a cooler in the bar area during the inspection. Ensure that cut fruits are stored at or below 4 degrees Celsius to minimize microbe growth.
6 violations
1) A large container with nachos and individual serving dishes were found on a shelving unit near the front of the kitchen uncovered. Due to the presence of flies in the facility, ensure that all food is covered including nachos to prevent contamination and attraction of pests.
1)A food prep cooler was found at 7 degrees Celsius after the temperature was adjusted by staff. The operator will perform a temperature check at 4pm to confirm the temperature, if not at or below 4 degrees Celsius a technician will repair the unit. Ensure that food in food prep coolers is kept at a temperature of 4 degrees Celsius or below to minimize the growth of microbes. Do not overfill the inserts. Keep the lid of the food prep cooler closed when not in use to maintain the temperature.
- Multiple live large flies were observed during inspection in the back kitchen, especially but not limited to underneath the dishpit/dishwasher area. No live flies noted in the bar area. Some flies were caught on the glue traps in the back kitchen and some in the blue light trap in the bar area. , , o Ensure that floors, walls, and ceilings are thoroughly cleaned to remove the fly fecal matter. , o Ensure you use sanitizer constantly to clean surfaces and that all foods remain covered. , o Ensure you cover the garbage bins to prevent pest attraction to debris and matter., o Do NOT leave dishes overnight., o Remove water and do not allow it to remain stagnant. , o Do NOT spray chemicals to remove pests. Allow your pest control company to do , the pest control and follow all their recommendations., , July 13, 2023 Flies were found in the kitchen area including house flies and repleta flies. Although pest control measures are in place, a consultation with the owner and pest control technician will be arranged to review the current pest control management system.
8 violations
1) A large container with nachos and individual serving dishes were found on a shelving unit near the front of the kitchen uncovered. Due to the presence of flies in the facility, ensure that all food is covered including nachos to prevent contamination and attraction of pests.
1) A cup of cut mint and pineapple leaves were left at room temperature at the bar. The mint and leaves were discarded during the inspection. Ensure that cut herbs including mint and pineapple leaves used as garnishes are stored at 4 degrees Celsius or below to prevent the growth of microbes that can cause foodbourne illness.
1) Meats and rice in a hot holding unit were found at 45 degrees Celsius. After food was stirred, the temperature increased to 60 degrees Celsius or above. There were no lids on the inserts. The operator placed lids on the food during the inspection. Ensure that foods in the hot holding unit are stirred occasionally to maintain the hot holding temperature of 60 degrees Celsius. Ensure that lids are used to keep food hot.
- Multiple live large flies were observed during inspection in the back kitchen, especially but not limited to underneath the dishpit/dishwasher area. No live flies noted in the bar area. Some flies were caught on the glue traps in the back kitchen and some in the blue light trap in the bar area. , , o Ensure that floors, walls, and ceilings are thoroughly cleaned to remove the fly fecal matter. , o Ensure you use sanitizer constantly to clean surfaces and that all foods remain covered. , o Ensure you cover the garbage bins to prevent pest attraction to debris and matter., o Do NOT leave dishes overnight., o Remove water and do not allow it to remain stagnant. , o Do NOT spray chemicals to remove pests. Allow your pest control company to do , the pest control and follow all their recommendations., , July 13, 2023 Flies were found in the kitchen area including house flies and repleta flies. Although pest control measures are in place, a consultation with the owner and pest control technician will be arranged to review the current pest control management system. , , July 25, 2023 After switching to a different pest control company, there are less flies present.
1) Large windows in the bar area were opened to the patio area and allowed the entry of flies into the facility. , The Alberta Food Code (2020) states that "2.20 b) If windows or doors are kept open for ventilation or other purposes, the exterior openings should be protected against the entry of pests by means such as:, i) screens (a screen size of 16 mesh to 25 mm (1 in.) is generally recommended);, ii) properly designed and installed air curtains; or, iii) other effective means to restrict the entry of pests., Ensure that the windows in the bar area are closed or some other means to prevent the entry of pests in the facility. , , 2) A neighbour unit that is directly adjacent to the facility has three vents that are open and can allow the entry of pests. Ensure that all exterior openings are protected against the entry of pests.
1) An ice scoop was found stored inside a clear container with ice. The ice scoop was placed on the rim of the container with the handle pointing outward during the inspection.
1) Juice squeeze bottles in the bar area were found with dried juice on the lids. Ensure that juices bottles are cleaned and sanitized to prevent the attraction of pests and food contamination., , 2) A slush machine overflow pan was filled with slush. Ensure that overflow pans are cleaned and sanitized regularly throughout the day to prevent the attraction of pests and food contamination., , 3) The area below the slush machine was found dirty. Ensure that hard to reach areas including under the slush machine are cleaned and sanitized regularly. , ,
1) Large windows in the bar area were opened to the patio area and allowed the entry of flies into the facility. , The Alberta Food Code (2020) states that "2.20 b) If windows or doors are kept open for ventilation or other purposes, the exterior openings should be protected against the entry of pests by means such as:, i) screens (a screen size of 16 mesh to 25 mm (1 in.) is generally recommended);, ii) properly designed and installed air curtains; or, iii) other effective means to restrict the entry of pests., Ensure that the windows in the bar area are closed or some other means to prevent the entry of pests in the facility. , , 2) A neighbour unit that is directly adjacent to the facility has three vents that are open and can allow the entry of pests. Ensure that all exterior openings are protected against the entry of pests.
- Back kitchen: Deep clean the dishpit area, dishwasher area, and grease trap. Especially with flies observed in this area., - Bar area: Clean the floors under the sinks and tables/coolers/equipment. , , July 13, 2023 The area under the dishwasher was improved but an area behind the unit was missed. Clean and sanitize this area.
1) Juice squeeze bottles in the bar area were found with dried juice on the lids. Ensure that juices bottles are cleaned and sanitized to prevent the attraction of pests and food contamination., , 2) A slush machine overflow pan was filled with slush. Ensure that overflow pans are cleaned and sanitized regularly throughout the day to prevent the attraction of pests and food contamination., , 3) The area below the slush machine was found dirty. Ensure that hard to reach areas including under the slush machine are cleaned and sanitized regularly. , , 4) The walls and area above the cooking line was found with dried on food debris, dust, and with flies. Ensure that the walls from the floor to the ceiling are cleaned and sanitized regularly to prevent food contamination and the attraction of pests.
1)A food prep cooler was found at 7 degrees Celsius after the temperature was adjusted by staff. The operator will perform a temperature check at 4pm to confirm the temperature, if not at or below 4 degrees Celsius a technician will repair the unit. Ensure that food in food prep coolers is kept at a temperature of 4 degrees Celsius or below to minimize the growth of microbes. Do not overfill the inserts. Keep the lid of the food prep cooler closed when not in use to maintain the temperature.
- Multiple live large flies were observed during inspection in the back kitchen, especially but not limited to underneath the dishpit/dishwasher area. No live flies noted in the bar area. Some flies were caught on the glue traps in the back kitchen and some in the blue light trap in the bar area. , , o Ensure that floors, walls, and ceilings are thoroughly cleaned to remove the fly fecal matter. , o Ensure you use sanitizer constantly to clean surfaces and that all foods remain covered. , o Ensure you cover the garbage bins to prevent pest attraction to debris and matter., o Do NOT leave dishes overnight., o Remove water and do not allow it to remain stagnant. , o Do NOT spray chemicals to remove pests. Allow your pest control company to do , the pest control and follow all their recommendations., , July 13, 2023 Flies were found in the kitchen area including house flies and repleta flies. Although pest control measures are in place, a consultation with the owner and pest control technician will be arranged to review the current pest control management system.
1) Large windows in the bar area were opened to the patio area and allowed the entry of flies into the facility. , The Alberta Food Code (2020) states that "2.20 b) If windows or doors are kept open for ventilation or other purposes, the exterior openings should be protected against the entry of pests by means such as:, i) screens (a screen size of 16 mesh to 25 mm (1 in.) is generally recommended);, ii) properly designed and installed air curtains; or, iii) other effective means to restrict the entry of pests., Ensure that the windows in the bar area are closed or some other means to prevent the entry of pests in the facility. , , 2) A neighbour unit that is directly adjacent to the facility has three vents that are open and can allow the entry of pests. Ensure that all exterior openings are protected against the entry of pests.
- Back kitchen: Deep clean the dishpit area, dishwasher area, and grease trap. Especially with flies observed in this area., - Bar area: Clean the floors under the sinks and tables/coolers/equipment. , , July 13, 2023 The area under the dishwasher was improved but an area behind the unit was missed. Clean and sanitize this area.
1) Juice squeeze bottles in the bar area were found with dried juice on the lids. Ensure that juices bottles are cleaned and sanitized to prevent the attraction of pests and food contamination., , 2) A slush machine overflow pan was filled with slush. Ensure that overflow pans are cleaned and sanitized regularly throughout the day to prevent the attraction of pests and food contamination., , 3) The area below the slush machine was found dirty. Ensure that hard to reach areas including under the slush machine are cleaned and sanitized regularly. , , 4) The walls and area above the cooking line was found with dried on food debris, dust, and with flies. Ensure that the walls from the floor to the ceiling are cleaned and sanitized regularly to prevent food contamination and the attraction of pests.