10247 97 Street NW
Not in Compliance
1 violation was found at the most recent inspection.
Source: Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health
April 21, 2026
The chlorine sanitizer pail by the handwashing sink measured 0ppm. Requested operator refill and remake solution. Retested concentration was acceptable (100ppm). , , The chlorine sanitizer concentration in the bar area was too concentrated (1000ppm). Requested operator remake solution with correct dilution of chlorine and water., , Please ensure sanitizer concentrations are monitored at all times for both locations and an acceptable concentration of 100ppm is maintained.
Oil Lamp Unique Dining is in the BOYLE STREET neighbourhood. BOYLE STREET, Edmonton has 73 restaurants tracked on Pass or Fail, inspected by Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health. As of July 22, 2026, there are 56 (77%) 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.
The Alchemist Cafe and Lounge
BOYLE STREET
This restaurant has been inspected 6 times since May 22, 2024, with 1 in compliance, 5 not in compliance, and 0 closures on record.
1 violation
The chlorine sanitizer pail by the handwashing sink measured 0ppm. Requested operator refill and remake solution. Retested concentration was acceptable (100ppm). , , The chlorine sanitizer concentration in the bar area was too concentrated (1000ppm). Requested operator remake solution with correct dilution of chlorine and water., , Please ensure sanitizer concentrations are monitored at all times for both locations and an acceptable concentration of 100ppm is maintained.
4 violations
The chlorine sanitizer pail by the handwashing sink measured 0ppm. Requested operator refill and remake solution. Retested concentration was acceptable (100ppm). , , The chlorine sanitizer concentration in the bar area was too concentrated (1000ppm). Requested operator remake solution with correct dilution of chlorine and water., , Please ensure sanitizer concentrations are monitored at all times for both locations and an acceptable concentration of 100ppm is maintained.
Several food products on the kitchen countertops and in the upright cooler unit were not covered. Informed operator who put lids and covers on products. Please ensure products are covered at all times to prevent contamination.
The initial measured concentration of the low temperature chemical dishwasher was 0ppm. Observed that the sanitizer pail was close to empty. Operator replaced with new pail and retested concentration of the dishwasher after cycle was rerun was acceptable (100ppm). Please ensure the dishwasher concentration is routinely monitored and sanitizer concentration levels in the pail checked and replaced when necessary.
**April 14, 2026 - Violation was still outstanding. The currently posted food handling permit is outdated. Please ensure a new valid food handling permit is posted onsite. , , Permit that expired in 2024 was posted., , Please post current permit in area visible to customers.
2 violations
Chlorine concentration was too high. Violation corrected during inspection.
Permit that expired in 2024 was posted., , Please post current permit in area visible to customers.
No violations
1 violation
EPH administrative staff were unable to find a records of food safety training for operator. Please enroll in a recognized food safety training. , , RESOURCE: https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/health-recognized-food-safety-courses-alberta.pdf
4 violations
1. Bags of potatoes were stored on the floor under employee personal belongings. , , 2. Bags of flour & other bulk dry products were stored uncovered/sealed (bag wide open)., , 3. Several containers of prepared food in the walk-in cooler were left uncovered. , , 4. Unclear organization in the walk-in cooler: a bus pan of raw chicken was stored next to vegetables. , , 5. Significant grease and dust build-up on the exterior of bulk spice storage containers. , , ACTION REQUIRED: ensure all foods in storage are covered, off the ground, in sanitary containers, and organized.
Mini fridge in the bar area was 12C. , , Unable to locate thermometers in some of the coolers. , , ACTION REQUIRED: ensure all refrigeration is maintaining temperature at or below 4C. Install refrigeration thermometers in all coolers.
The mechanical dishwasher did not have any detectable levels of chlorine. Plumbing leak observed from the plumbing underneath the machine. The sanitizer hose was not connected to any chemical. , , CDI: staff manually dumped bleach into the dishwasher. Tested at 100ppm chlorine after the cycle. , , ACTION REQUIRED: service the mechanical dishwasher. Replenish chemicals.
Sanitation concerns noted in the following areas:, -General filth build-up around the grease bin & under the counters in the dishwashing area, -Grease & dust build-up on exterior of bulk spice containers (both upstairs & downstairs), -General filth build-up on flat elevated surfaces in the main kitchen ex. on top of the upright freezer, -Mold growth on empty plastic shelving unit in the walk-in cooler (removed at the time of inspection), -General filth build-up on wire shelving in the walk-in cooler, -Dressing splatter on the light & ice machine in the salad preparation area, -Poor organization in the basement preparation area ex. plunger stored close to food product/kitchen equipment etc., , ACTION REQUIRED: Deep, thorough clean required in the restaurant back of house., , Written cleaning schedule not observed at the time of inspection. Regardless, current cleaning practices in the back kitchen are insufficient.