4316 17 Street NW
Not in Compliance
5 violations were found at the most recent inspection.
Source: Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health
February 12, 2026
Observations:, 1. Bulk food utensils were stored in direct contact with the food inside the containers, creating a risk of contamination., , 2. Dried food residue was observed on bulk food storage containers., , Corrective Actions Required:, 1. Store bulk food utensils in a sanitary manner that prevents contamination of the food (e.g., in a clean holder or with handles positioned above the food). Maintain proper food protection practices at all times., , 2. Thoroughly clean and sanitize all bulk food containers to remove dried food buildup and maintain them in a sanitary condition.
Observation:, An expired food handling permit was posted in the facility at the time of inspection., , Action Taken:, The operator replaced the expired permit with a valid food handling permit during the inspection.
Observation:, The toilet seat in the male washroom was observed to be loose and not securely fastened., , Corrective Action Required:, Securely fasten the toilet seat to ensure it is stable and properly affixed. If the seat cannot be adequately secured, replace the toilet seat to ensure it is maintained in good repair.
Observation:, Slime (biofilm) buildup was observed on the internal surfaces of the ice machine., , Corrective Action Required:, Thoroughly clean and sanitize the ice machine in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions to remove all biofilm buildup. Maintain the ice machine in a clean and sanitary condition at all times.
Observations:, , Reoccurring Violation (September 19, 2025): A buildup of dust was again observed on the ceiling tiles and vents in the main food preparation area, indicating failure to maintain the area in a sanitary condition., , Accumulation of food debris was observed in crevices and hard-to-reach areas throughout the kitchen., , Corrective Actions Required:, Conduct a thorough deep cleaning of all kitchen areas, including ceiling tiles, vents, crevices, and hard-to-reach surfaces, to remove dust and food debris. Develop, implement, and maintain an effective cleaning and monitoring schedule to prevent recurrence and ensure ongoing compliance with sanitary maintenance requirements.
Empire Grill Fine Indian Cuisine is in the LARKSPUR neighbourhood. LARKSPUR, Edmonton has 38 restaurants tracked on Pass or Fail, inspected by Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health. As of July 9, 2026, there are 31 (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.
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LARKSPUR
This restaurant has been inspected 8 times since October 10, 2023, with 1 in compliance, 7 not in compliance, and 0 closures on record.
5 violations
Observations:, 1. Bulk food utensils were stored in direct contact with the food inside the containers, creating a risk of contamination., , 2. Dried food residue was observed on bulk food storage containers., , Corrective Actions Required:, 1. Store bulk food utensils in a sanitary manner that prevents contamination of the food (e.g., in a clean holder or with handles positioned above the food). Maintain proper food protection practices at all times., , 2. Thoroughly clean and sanitize all bulk food containers to remove dried food buildup and maintain them in a sanitary condition.
Observation:, An expired food handling permit was posted in the facility at the time of inspection., , Action Taken:, The operator replaced the expired permit with a valid food handling permit during the inspection.
Observation:, The toilet seat in the male washroom was observed to be loose and not securely fastened., , Corrective Action Required:, Securely fasten the toilet seat to ensure it is stable and properly affixed. If the seat cannot be adequately secured, replace the toilet seat to ensure it is maintained in good repair.
Observation:, Slime (biofilm) buildup was observed on the internal surfaces of the ice machine., , Corrective Action Required:, Thoroughly clean and sanitize the ice machine in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions to remove all biofilm buildup. Maintain the ice machine in a clean and sanitary condition at all times.
Observations:, , Reoccurring Violation (September 19, 2025): A buildup of dust was again observed on the ceiling tiles and vents in the main food preparation area, indicating failure to maintain the area in a sanitary condition., , Accumulation of food debris was observed in crevices and hard-to-reach areas throughout the kitchen., , Corrective Actions Required:, Conduct a thorough deep cleaning of all kitchen areas, including ceiling tiles, vents, crevices, and hard-to-reach surfaces, to remove dust and food debris. Develop, implement, and maintain an effective cleaning and monitoring schedule to prevent recurrence and ensure ongoing compliance with sanitary maintenance requirements.
1 violation
A buildup of dust was observed on the ceiling tiles and vents in the main food preparation area. , Ensure that the indicated areas are cleaned and sanitized.
3 violations
No thermometer was observed inside the prep cooler in the front service area. , Ensure that the indicated cooler is equipped with a thermometer.
The bleach/chlorine test strips were observed to be expired and would not change colors when dipped into the bleach/chlorine solution from the mechanical dishwasher. , Ensure that new bleach/chlorine test strips are acquired.
A buildup of dust was observed on the ceiling tiles and vents in the main food preparation area. , Ensure that the indicated areas are cleaned and sanitized.
3 violations
No thermometer was observed inside the prep cooler in the front service area. , Ensure that the indicated cooler is equipped with a thermometer.
The bleach/chlorine test strips were observed to be expired and would not change colors when dipped into the bleach/chlorine solution from the mechanical dishwasher. , Ensure that new bleach/chlorine test strips are acquired.
1. A buildup of grime was observed on the floor beneath the shelving units in the dry storage area. , 2. A buildup of dust was observed on the ceiling tiles and vents in the main food preparation area. , 3. A buildup of food debris was observed in the back storage area. , 1-3. Ensure that the indicated areas are cleaned and sanitized.
No violations
3 violations
Peeled onions observed in an open crate that had food debris accumulation on its surfaces.
Front service area chest freezer, a chest cooler (with food debris on its surfaces) observed on top of a partially open bag of food.
Back door for kitchen area propped open with a cardboard box.
1 violation
Debris noted on the ceiling tiles above the kitchen area.
3 violations
Personal smartphone and beverage (open cup) noted on the food preparation table in the kitchen area.
Mechanical dishwasher failed to dispense 100ppm chlorine., [Sanitizer line fed back into the sanitizer container and then the pump for sanitizer line was primed, 100ppm chlorine recorded after these actions.]
Debris noted on the ceiling tiles above the kitchen area.