8230 175 Street NW · THORNCLIFF
Columbus Pizza & Donair is in the THORNCLIFF neighbourhood. THORNCLIFF, Edmonton has 9 restaurants tracked on Pass or Fail, inspected by Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health. As of February 23, 2026, there are 4 (44%) that have passed their most recent inspection, with no closures.
This restaurant has been inspected 8 times since July 24, 2024, with 8 passes and 0 closures on record.
Chlorine sanitizer solution was measured at >1000 ppm, exceeding acceptable concentration limits. The operator was instructed to prepare a new sanitizer solution at the appropriate strength (100PPM of chlorine, approx less then 1/2 a cup of bleach in spray bottle and check concentreation with test papers) during the inspection.
A spray bottle containing a pink solution was observed without proper labeling. The operator was advised to ensure all chemical containers are clearly and accurately labeled.
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.
Vertical broiler containing a donair cone was operating without the temperature control unit turned on. The operator was advised to ensure proper temperature controls 60C or hotter being maintained at all times.
Designated hand sink’s paper towel dispenser appeared to be broken, with temporary paper towels placed nearby. The operator was instructed to repair or replace the dispenser. Additionally, the soap dispenser had duct tape applied as a repair, and the operator was advised to replace or properly fix the unit.
Miscellaneous tools were stored alongside food items, including soy sauce containers, canned olives, and rolls of plastic wrap. The operator was instructed to reorganize the area and establish a dedicated section for non‑food items to prevent contamination.
Possible mouse dropping in the back of the kitchen in the white shelving. , , Please clean and monitor area and or report to pest control operator.
Light fixture above the phones in the back kitchen was flickering and requires repair or replacement.
Additional cleaning is required for the large can opener, which had an accumulation of dried food debris., , Additional cleaning is required for several pizza pans, as some were found with food residue. The operator was reminded to ensure all pans are thoroughly cleaned, sanitized, and properly stored.
Ceiling tiles, particularly those near the vents, showed a buildup of grease and debris. Additional cleaning is required.
Possible mouse dropping in the back of the kitchen in the white shelving. , , Please clean and monitor area and or report to pest control operator.
Additional attention on covering food items - a couple pails of food inside prep cooler and container of croutons.
Personal belongings (bottle of lotion and a rug) stored in kitchen space along with food and other food related items.
Dish pit area - stainless steel strainer and metal spoons hung up and ready to use observed some food debris on it.
Additional cleaning for following area:, - Back corner near washroom where the orange ladder is stored: hard to reach back and corner (observed accumulation of debris)., - White shelving by back -> consider repainting for easy clean up.
Repair required for walls behind staff bathroom sink
Repair required for walls behind staff bathroom sink
Additional cleaning for shelving around prep/cook area and shelving above 3 compartment sink., , Please repaint shelving around prep/cook area if surfaces are no longer smooth and easily cleanable.
Repairs required for following areas, - walls behind staff bathroom sink , - kitchen ceiling -> cleaned and any broken required to be replaced.
* Please go thru inventory of utensils/dishes/equipment. Observed a broken strainer - discarded at time of inspection. Additional cleaning required for a metal strainer with buildup around crevices.
Additional cleaning for shelving around prep/cook area and shelving above 3 compartment sink., , Please repaint shelving around prep/cook area if surfaces are no longer smooth and easily cleanable.