8738 109 Street NW
Not in Compliance
4 violations were found at the most recent inspection.
Source: Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health
August 11, 2026
While the operator uses Quat-based sanitizer at the correct concentration (200 ppm), test strips were not available at the time of inspection., , Please ensure that test strips are available to confirm that sanitizer is consistently the correct concentration.
Six live German cockroaches were observed in glue traps at various life stages, as well as six dead adults near the same glue traps., , While pest control records were not available on-site, operator mentioned that they had contracted a third-party pest control to provide bait and glue traps, and follow-up on the facility on a weekly basis, while the operator ensured to perform enhanced cleaning and proofing of the facility against pest entry or harbourage., , Please continue to use professional pest control until the pests are managed, including continuing to follow the principles of integrated pest management by removing sources of food through cleaning, and sealing gaps and areas through which pests can enter or hide. Please ensure that the back receiving door can be closed properly, including re-framing the door or oiling it so that it does not get stuck open during deliveries., , Please also send copies of pest control records for the last two months (June 2026 until present - August 2026) to this email before or on the reinspection date to verify the specific work that has been done up to this point.
One of the lights in the walk-in cooler did not have a shatterproof light cover. This is important so that if the light-bulb shatters, it does not contaminate food with glass fragments., , Please install a proper shatterproof cover for this light bulb.
The dipper well used for gelato scoops was not running, and scoops were instead places in a small container with still water instead. When asked, employees did not know how to operate the dipper well., , Please ensure that used gelato scoops are not left in non-running water, as it can stagnate and produce a risk for foodborne illness. Please instead do any of the following:, - Keep a gelato scoop for each flavour continually in each pail of gelato, ensuring that handles do not touch the food., - Wash scoops immediately in the dishwasher or glasswasher after each use., - Turn the dipper well on, ensure it is running correctly, and ensure that scoops are stored with continuously running water over them.
Rosso Pizzeria is in the GARNEAU neighbourhood. GARNEAU, Edmonton has 121 restaurants tracked on Pass or Fail, inspected by Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health. As of August 18, 2026, there are 111 (92%) 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.
Metro Cinema Society - Concession
GARNEAU
This restaurant has been inspected 8 times since June 17, 2024, with 1 in compliance, 7 not in compliance, and 0 closures on record.
4 violations
While the operator uses Quat-based sanitizer at the correct concentration (200 ppm), test strips were not available at the time of inspection., , Please ensure that test strips are available to confirm that sanitizer is consistently the correct concentration.
Six live German cockroaches were observed in glue traps at various life stages, as well as six dead adults near the same glue traps., , While pest control records were not available on-site, operator mentioned that they had contracted a third-party pest control to provide bait and glue traps, and follow-up on the facility on a weekly basis, while the operator ensured to perform enhanced cleaning and proofing of the facility against pest entry or harbourage., , Please continue to use professional pest control until the pests are managed, including continuing to follow the principles of integrated pest management by removing sources of food through cleaning, and sealing gaps and areas through which pests can enter or hide. Please ensure that the back receiving door can be closed properly, including re-framing the door or oiling it so that it does not get stuck open during deliveries., , Please also send copies of pest control records for the last two months (June 2026 until present - August 2026) to this email before or on the reinspection date to verify the specific work that has been done up to this point.
One of the lights in the walk-in cooler did not have a shatterproof light cover. This is important so that if the light-bulb shatters, it does not contaminate food with glass fragments., , Please install a proper shatterproof cover for this light bulb.
The dipper well used for gelato scoops was not running, and scoops were instead places in a small container with still water instead. When asked, employees did not know how to operate the dipper well., , Please ensure that used gelato scoops are not left in non-running water, as it can stagnate and produce a risk for foodborne illness. Please instead do any of the following:, - Keep a gelato scoop for each flavour continually in each pail of gelato, ensuring that handles do not touch the food., - Wash scoops immediately in the dishwasher or glasswasher after each use., - Turn the dipper well on, ensure it is running correctly, and ensure that scoops are stored with continuously running water over them.
No violations
2 violations
A buildup of grime was observed inside the ice machine. , Ensure the indicated equipment is cleaned and sanitized.
1. A buildup of grime was observed on top of the dishwasher. , 2. A buildup of food debris was observed on the floor beneath the dishwasher. , 1-2. Ensure the indicated areas are cleaned and sanitized.
1 violation
No mouse droppings observed in back dry storage area. One dried mouse dropping observed underneath a food equipment located behind the kitchen entrance door. No mouse droppings observed in other areas of the kitchen (cookline, dishwashing).
4 violations
An employee in the kitchen was seen washing their hands at the hand sink while still wearing gloves. Proper glove use was discussed with the employee.
Many mouse droppings observed on the floors in the dry storage area and under kitchen equipment.
Debris and food build-up observed under kitchen equipment.
- Dirt debris observed under the dishwashing sink. , -Organization is required under the dishwashing sink., , Action required:, -Clean the indicated area., -Organize the under-sink area. Deep cleaning is required under the dishwashing sink. Cleaning and sanitation is required to prevent pest harborage.
1 violation
- Dirt debris observed under the dishwashing sink. , -Organization is required under the dishwashing sink., , Action required:, -Clean the indicated area., -Organize the under-sink area. Deep cleaning is required under the dishwashing sink. Cleaning and sanitation is required to prevent pest harborage.
3 violations
-High temperature dishwasher was measured at 50C at dish-level., , Action required/taken:, - IMMEDIATE action is required., - Contacted with Jessica. She confirmed that immediate action will be taken. She was asked to send the report of dishwasher repairing via email. Meanwhile, staff was instructed to use manual dishwashing method for washing dishes.
- A lot of mice dropping were observed in the below the dishwashing sinks., -A live mice was observed inside the trap below the dishwashing sink., Action required:, -Please continue to work with the pest control company for the complete elimination of pest from the facility.
- Dirt debris observed under the dishwashing sink. , -Organization is required under the dishwashing sink., , Action required:, -Clean the indicated area., -Organize the under-sink area. Deep cleaning is required under the dishwashing sink. A live mouse was observed under the dish sinks. , -Cleaning and sanitation is required to prevent pest harborage.
7 violations
-Wet clothes were observed at the kitchen counters., - No prepared sanitizer solution was present at the time of inspection., , Action taken:, -A sanitizer solution was made onsite, measured at 100ppm and the cleaning clothes were dipped inside it.
-High temperature dishwasher was measured at 50C at dish-level., , Action required/taken:, - IMMEDIATE action is required., - Staff member on site called the technician for the repair. Meanwhile, staff was instructed to use manual dishwashing method for washing dishes.
Food is being stored on the floors in the walk-in cooler and in dry storage., All food should be stored at least 6 inches off the floor on shelves that are durable, non-absorbent and easily cleaned.
- A lot of mice dropping were observed in the dry storage area, near the dishwashing sinks., , Action required:, -Please continue to work with the pest control company for the complete elimination of pest from the facility.
-Valid permit not displayed to the public.
- Deteriorated cutting boards observed in the main kitchen area, neat the oven. , , Action:, -Staff member discarded the cutting boards as those were not easily cleanable.
- All the wooden shelves, in the main kitchen were dirty., -The oven had dirt on it, the vent had dirt buildup., -Floor of the main kitchen had food debris, the floor in the dry storage area, near the dishwashing sinks had lot of mouse droppings., -The shelves inside the walk-in cooler had dirt buildup, the cooler fan was soiled., -The inside of the ice machine had scum buildup., , Action required:, -Please clean the indicate areas., ,