11832 145 Avenue NW
Not in Compliance
6 violations were found at the most recent inspection.
Source: Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health
August 11, 2026
The Sanitizer solution measured a chlorine residual greater than 200ppm., , A new solution was prepared that measured 100 ppm Chlorine residual.
A prepared shawarma cone was being stored adjacent to heads of cabbage, where the container was leaning on the shawarma cone. , , Keep vegetables and ready to eat foods stored away from raw meats and protect from contamination.
A pan of chicken was cooling at room temperature and had reached 30 degrees Celsius. , , Once adequately cooled, move to refrigeration as soon as possible., The chicken was moved to the walk-in cooler.
The hand sink near the grill was covered by a plate of vegetables. , , Keep hand sinks free from obstruction at all times., , Ensure that all hand sinks are fully stocked with soap and paper towel at all times in their dispensers.
Clean cutting boards were being stored on the floor in the back kitchen., , Keep utensils and equipment stored off the floor, and in a manner that protects from contamination.
There was an accumulation of dust and grease on the ventilation canopy filters. , , Ensure ventilation canopy filters are cleaned every two weeks or more frequently if needed.
El Fino Kabab and Shawarma is in the CAERNARVON neighbourhood. CAERNARVON, Edmonton has 17 restaurants tracked on Pass or Fail, inspected by Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health. As of August 11, 2026, there are 14 (82%) 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.
7-Eleven 24309H - Food
CAERNARVON
This restaurant has been inspected 10 times since December 22, 2023, with 1 in compliance, 9 not in compliance, and 0 closures on record.
6 violations
The Sanitizer solution measured a chlorine residual greater than 200ppm., , A new solution was prepared that measured 100 ppm Chlorine residual.
A prepared shawarma cone was being stored adjacent to heads of cabbage, where the container was leaning on the shawarma cone. , , Keep vegetables and ready to eat foods stored away from raw meats and protect from contamination.
A pan of chicken was cooling at room temperature and had reached 30 degrees Celsius. , , Once adequately cooled, move to refrigeration as soon as possible., The chicken was moved to the walk-in cooler.
The hand sink near the grill was covered by a plate of vegetables. , , Keep hand sinks free from obstruction at all times., , Ensure that all hand sinks are fully stocked with soap and paper towel at all times in their dispensers.
Clean cutting boards were being stored on the floor in the back kitchen., , Keep utensils and equipment stored off the floor, and in a manner that protects from contamination.
There was an accumulation of dust and grease on the ventilation canopy filters. , , Ensure ventilation canopy filters are cleaned every two weeks or more frequently if needed.
No violations
3 violations
The chlorine/bleach dishwasher was measured at 0ppm with bleach/chlorine test strips. , Ensure that the dishwasher is serviced to maintain a concentration of 100ppm bleach/chlorine sanitizer.
No bleach/chlorine test strips were observed. , Ensure bleach/chlorine test strips are readily available to measure sanitizer concentrations.
June 5/25: Outstanding., ** Print and display valid food handling permit at location visible to customers., , May 9/25: Outstanding., ** Print and display valid food handling permit at location visible to customers., , Dec 18/24: Outstanding. , ** Print and display valid food handling permit at location visible to customers., , Dec 28/23: Outstanding. , ** The facility was not equipped with a valid permit. , , ** Print and display valid food handling permit at location visible to customers.
5 violations
No food-contact surface sanitizer was readily available during the inspection. Ensure a food-contact surface sanitizer is readily available at all times. The operator prepared a 100ppm bleach/chlorine sanitizer during the inspection.
The chlorine/bleach dishwasher was measured at 0ppm with bleach/chlorine test strips. , Ensure that the dishwasher is serviced to maintain a concentration of 100ppm bleach/chlorine sanitizer.
No bleach/chlorine test strips were observed. , Ensure bleach/chlorine test strips are readily available to measure sanitizer concentrations.
1 violation
Dec 18/24: Outstanding. , ** Print and display valid food handling permit at location visible to customers., , Dec 28/23: Outstanding. , ** The facility was not equipped with a valid permit. , , ** Print and display valid food handling permit at location visible to customers.
3 violations
** December 23, 2024: Outstanding. , , Mechanical dishwasher achieved chlorine concentration of 0ppm. After staff conducted , multiple cycles, no sanitizer was being dispensed through the pipes. , , ** Repair dishwasher to distribute chlorine sanitizer of 100ppm. In the meantime, manually dispense sanitizer into the dishwasher at each cycle., ** The other alternative discussed with staff onsite is to manually soak dishware in the third-compartment of the sink.
** December 23, 2024: Outstanding. , , 1. Chlorine test strips in poor condition with water damage. , ** Provide test strips for the sanitizer (Chlorine ) used in the facility., , 2. Poor dishwashing monitoring and maintenance schedule were observed. , ** Increase the testing frequency of the mechanical dishwasher (using test strips), to identify early when the dishwasher is not working properly. Have a schedule in place to test the operation of the dishwasher.
5 violations
Vinegar was in use as sanitizer for food contact surfaces. Once notified, an approved sanitizer (bleach/chlorine of 100ppm) was provided. , , ** The sanitizer requirements were discussed with staff and operator. Please note again that vinegar is NOT an approved sanitizer. Before starting food preparation, make sure proper sanitizing supplies are readily available. Test strips can be used to measure the sanitizer concentration, making sure it reaches 100ppm.
Mechanical dishwasher achieved chlorine concentration of 0ppm. After staff conducted , multiple cycles, no sanitizer was being dispensed through the pipes. , , ** Repair dishwasher to distribute chlorine sanitizer of 100ppm. In the meantime, manually dispense sanitizer into the dishwasher at each cycle., ** The other alternative discussed with staff onsite is to manually soak dishware in the third-compartment of the sink.
1 violation
** Dec 28/23: Outstanding. , , The facility was not equipped with a valid permit. , , ** Print and display valid food handling permit at location visible to customers.
2 violations
** Dec 28/23: Outstanding. Cooler temperature measured between 8 and 11°C. A technician will be contacted to adjust the cooler temperature. , In the meantime, ensure high risk foods (e.g: Raw meat) do not exceed 2 hours inside the cooler or alternative coolers should be used for temperature control., , The cooler with high-risk foods near the grill was measured at 11.6°C. Staff onsite noted that the temperature was higher than usual due to the rush hour. , , ** Action required: Continue to monitor the cooler, ensure it can achieve temperatures of 4°C and below.
** Dec 28/23: Outstanding. , , The facility was not equipped with a valid permit. , , ** Print and display valid food handling permit at location visible to customers.
5 violations
Facility was using vinegar as a sanitizer for food contact surfaces and dining room tables. Once notified, a 100ppm chlorine solution was prepared. , , ** Please note that an AHS approved sanitizer should be available and ready-for-use while food handling is occurring.
While onsite improper glove use was observed. Staff was reminded that glove use do not replace the standard hand hygiene requirements.
The cooler with high-risk foods near the grill was measured at 11.6°C. Staff onsite noted that the temperature was higher than usual due to the rush hour. , , ** Action required: Continue to monitor the cooler, ensure it can achieve temperatures of 4°C and below.
May 9/25: Outstanding., ** Print and display valid food handling permit at location visible to customers., , Dec 18/24: Outstanding. , ** Print and display valid food handling permit at location visible to customers., , Dec 28/23: Outstanding. , ** The facility was not equipped with a valid permit. , , ** Print and display valid food handling permit at location visible to customers.
Two knives were observed to be stored between the food prep counter and the wall across from the grill line. Ensure knives are stored in a clean container or on a knife magnet to help prevent contamination. The operator provided a clean container for the knives during the inspection.
Dec 18/24: Outstanding. , ** Print and display valid food handling permit at location visible to customers., , Dec 28/23: Outstanding. , ** The facility was not equipped with a valid permit. , , ** Print and display valid food handling permit at location visible to customers.
The handwashing station at the front end was obstructed. The area was also equipped with a bar soap in a cup. Once notified, the area was rearranged and a liquid soap in a suitable dispenser was provided. , , ** The requirements of the handwashing station were discussed with staff onsite in detail.
1. Chlorine test strips in poor condition with water damage. , ** Provide test strips for the sanitizer (Chlorine ) used in the facility., , 2. Poor dishwashing monitoring and maintenance schedule were observed. , ** Increase the testing frequency of the mechanical dishwasher (using test strips), to identify early when the dishwasher is not working properly. Have a schedule in place to test the operation of the dishwasher.
Dec 28/24: Outstanding. , ** Print and display valid food handling permit at location visible to customers., , Dec 28/23: Outstanding. , ** The facility was not equipped with a valid permit. , , ** Print and display valid food handling permit at location visible to customers.
The mechanical dishwasher achieved chlorine concentration of 0ppm. Staff onsite could not trouble shoot the dishwasher to ensure proper distribution of chlorine sanitizer. , , The following was discussed with staff onsite: If the mechanical dishwasher cannot distribute 100ppm of chlorine sanitizer, conduct manual dishwashing. , , ** Ensure the dishwasher can consistently distribute the required sanitizer concentration.,
The facility was not equipped with a valid permit. , , ** Print and display valid food handling permit at location visible to customers.