8820 99 Street NW
In Compliance
No violations were found at the most recent inspection.
Source: Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health
Route 99 Diner is in the STRATHCONA neighbourhood. STRATHCONA, Edmonton has 139 restaurants tracked on Pass or Fail, inspected by Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health. As of June 9, 2026, there are 95 (68%) 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.
Academy at King Edward - Kitchen
STRATHCONA
This restaurant has been inspected 14 times since June 26, 2024, with 1 in compliance, 13 not in compliance, and 0 closures on record.
No violations
1 violation
Re-occurring violation. Repair the edges of the steam counter. The area has exposed wood.
3 violations
Re-occurring violation. Repair the edges of the steam counter. The area has exposed wood.
Single use containers observed to be used for storing food. Carved out lid from a single use container noted. Please ensure food safe containers are used.
Overall sanitation observed to be needing improvement. Ensure both common touch and hard to reach areas are cleaned and disinfected along with the areas discussed onsite.
1 violation
Re-occurring violation. Repair the edges of the steam counter. The area has exposed wood.
3 violations
Sanitizing solution was not available onsite. A fresh solution was made at the time of the visit.
Re-occurring violation. Repair the edges of the steam counter. The area has exposed wood.
Floor in the kitchen noted to be not impervious to moisture. Exposed concrete noted. Please look into ensuring all areas are clean, impervious to moisture and in good repair.
3 violations
Ensure adequate pest control monitoring is in place. Pest monitoring and requirements were discussed onsite.
"Re-occurring violation", - The edges of the steam counter and the ice cream freezer counter were worn out. The surfaces have duct tape on them. , , Action required:, - Remove duct tape and repair/replace work surfaces so that they are smooth, non-absorbent, and easy to clean and sanitize. , -Repair the indicated areas.
Floor in the kitchen noted to be not impervious to moisture. Exposed concrete noted. Please look into ensuring all areas are clean, impervious to moisture and in good repair.
7 violations
Sanitizing solution was not available onsite. A fresh solution was made at the time of the visit.
Pest droppings noted. Ensure specialist pest control is employed. Pest monitoring and requirements were discussed onsite.
Food safety certificate not observed for the person in care and control as per Section 31. Please ensure advanced food safety training is obtained.
7 violations
Sanitizing solution was not available onsite. A fresh solution was made at the time of the visit.
Probe thermometer was not available. Ensure a probe thermometer is available for checking internal food temperature. Please ensure food temperature records are maintained.
Food safety certificate not observed for the person in care and control as per Section 31. Please ensure advanced food safety training is obtained.
6 violations
Probe thermometer was not available. Ensure a probe thermometer is available for checking internal food temperature. Please ensure food temperature records are maintained.
Food safety certificate not observed for the person in care and control as per Section 31. Please ensure advanced food safety training is obtained.
"Re-occurring violation", - The edges of the steam counter and the ice cream freezer counter were worn out. The surfaces have duct tape on them. , , Action required:, - Remove duct tape and repair/replace work surfaces so that they are smooth, non-absorbent, and easy to clean and sanitize. , -Repair the indicated areas.
10 violations
Sanitizer solution for food surfaces not available. This was corrected during the visit. Ensure test strips are available.
Used and stained cleaning clots noted. This was corrected during the visit. Ensure all cleaning clots are clean and in good condition.
Thawing procedures noted to be needing improvement. Ensure thawing is done in a safe matter.
4 violations
Re-occurring violation", - Food permit was not displayed to the public. , , Action required:, - Ensure the food permit is posted in an area where the public can easily view it.
"Re-occurring violation", - The edges of the steam counter and the ice cream freezer counter were worn out. The surfaces have duct tape on them. , , Action required:, - Remove duct tape and repair/replace work surfaces so that they are smooth, non-absorbent, and easy to clean and sanitize. , -Repair the indicated areas.
-The shelving of the walk-in cooler and the other shelves in the kitchen were observed to be lined with the cardboard., , Action required:, -Please remove the cardboard as those are not durable, easily cleanable material.
9 violations
"Re-occurring violation", Walk-in cooler is measuring at 10C. Internal temperature of foods was around 8C. , , Action required:, -IMMEDIATE action is required. , - Ensure the walk-in cooler is measuring at temperatures of 4C or less.
Re-occurring violation", - Eggs are out at room temperature without any time labelling/control., Eggs must be stored under refrigeration, or can be stored at room temperature for 2h and discarded after 2h. If storing at room temperature for 2h, adequate records need to be maintained (such as setting a 2h timer, or labelling the carton with a sticker that indicates what time the eggs are to be discarded at if not used, i.e. after 2h).
Re-occurring violation", - Handwash station next to dishwasher has no cold water and the soap supply. Hot water is scalding hot making handwashing difficult., , Action required:, -Please get the plumbing fixation done, all the handwashing sinks must be accessible, stocked with hot/cold water supply, paper towels and soap solution.
9 violations
Eggs are out at room temperature without any time labelling/control., Eggs must be stored under refrigeration, or can be stored at room temperature for 2h and discarded after 2h. If storing at room temperature for 2h, adequate records need to be maintained (such as setting a 2h timer, or labelling the carton with a sticker that indicates what time the eggs are to be discarded at if not used, i.e. after 2h).
Walk-in cooler is measuring at 10C. Internal temperature of foods was around 6-8C. Ensure the walk-in cooler is measuring at temperatures of 4C or less.
Handwash station next to dishwasher has no cold water. Hot water is scalding hot making handwashing difficult.
18 violations
Wet/used cleaning cloths were stored on food contact surfaces. Used cleaning cloths must be stored in a sanitizer bucket when not in immediate use.
Observed operator wash hands without soap.
Bag of potatoes stored on floor near rear door. All food items must be stored off the floor.
Walk-in cooler is measuring at 10C. Internal temperature of foods was around 6-8C. Ensure the walk-in cooler is measuring at temperatures of 4C or less.
"Re-occurring violation", - The edges of the steam counter and the ice cream freezer counter were worn out. The surfaces have duct tape on them. , , Action required:, - Remove duct tape and repair/replace work surfaces so that they are smooth, non-absorbent, and easy to clean and sanitize. , -Repair the indicated areas.
Floor in the kitchen noted to be not impervious to moisture. Exposed concrete noted. Please look into ensuring all areas are clean, impervious to moisture and in good repair.
Light in the walk-in cooler burnt out. Please repair/fix to ensure adequate lighting is available.
Single use containers observed to be used for storing food. Carved out lid from a single use container noted. Please ensure food safe containers are used.
Light in the walk-in cooler burnt out. Please repair/fix to ensure adequate lighting is available.
"Re-occurring violation", - The edges of the steam counter and the ice cream freezer counter were worn out. The surfaces have duct tape on them. , , Action required:, - Remove duct tape and repair/replace work surfaces so that they are smooth, non-absorbent, and easy to clean and sanitize. , -Repair the indicated areas.
Floor in the kitchen noted to be not impervious to moisture. Exposed concrete noted. Please look into ensuring all areas are clean, impervious to moisture and in good repair.
Single use containers observed to be used for storing food. One contained noted to be in disrepair. Please ensure food safe containers are used. , Lidls with electrical tape for handles were noted. Ensure all equipment is in good repair and easily cleanable and impervious to moisture.
Floor in the kitchen noted to be not impervious to moisture. Exposed concrete noted. Please look into ensuring all areas are clean, impervious to moisture and in good repair.
Single use containers observed to be used for storing food. One contained noted to be in disrepair. Please ensure food safe containers are used. , Lidls with electrical tape for handles were noted. Ensure all equipment is in good repair and easily cleanable and impervious to moisture.
Re-occurring violation", - No written cleaning schedule/checklist was available. , -Shelves of the walk-in cooler were dirty. , Action required:, Please have a cleaning checklist to help maintain sanitary operation.
Probe thermometer was not available. Ensure a probe thermometer is available for checking internal food temperature. Please ensure food temperature records are maintained.
Food safety certificate not observed for the person in care and control as per Section 31. Please ensure advanced food safety training is obtained.
"Re-occurring violation", - The edges of the steam counter and the ice cream freezer counter were worn out. The surfaces have duct tape on them. , , Action required:, - Remove duct tape and repair/replace work surfaces so that they are smooth, non-absorbent, and easy to clean and sanitize. , -Repair the indicated areas.
Floor in the kitchen noted to be not impervious to moisture. Exposed concrete noted. Please look into ensuring all areas are clean, impervious to moisture and in good repair.
Strainer noted to be in disrepair. Loose metal pieces observed. This was corrected during the visit., Lidls with electrical tape for handles were noted. Ensure all equipment is in good repair and easily cleanable and impervious to moisture.
Re-occurring violation", - No written cleaning schedule/checklist was available. , -Shelves of the walk-in cooler were dirty. , Action required:, Please have a cleaning checklist to help maintain sanitary operation.
Overall sanitation observed to be needing improvement. Ensure both common touch and hard to reach areas are cleaned and disinfected along with the areas discussed onsite.
Re-occurring violation", - No written cleaning schedule/checklist was available. , -Shelves of the walk-in cooler were dirty. , Action required:, Please have a cleaning checklist to help maintain sanitary operation.
-"Re-occurring violation", - Pest control records were not present. , -Evidence of pest infestation observed, lots of mice droppings in the walk-in cooler shelves and below the dry storage area., -Lots of dead cockroaches observed near the dishwashing area, and front area below shelves., , Action required:, - Please maintain pest control records onsite for review., -Please hire a certified pest control professional and adopt integrated pest management to reduce, control, eliminate the pest population.
Re-occurring violation", - Food permit was not displayed to the public. , , Action required:, - Ensure the food permit is posted in an area where the public can easily view it.
-The shelving of the walk-in cooler and the other shelves in the kitchen were observed to be lined with the cardboard., , Action required:, -Please remove the cardboard as those are not durable, easily cleanable material.
"Re-occurring violation", - The edges of the steam counter and the ice cream freezer counter were worn out. The surfaces have duct tape on them. , , Action required:, - Remove duct tape and repair/replace work surfaces so that they are smooth, non-absorbent, and easy to clean and sanitize. , -Repair the indicated areas.
-The meat slicer was not maintained in a sanitary condition, it had dried up meat pieces., , Action required:, -Please disassemble, scrub, rinse-clean-wash-sanitize the meat slicer.
Re-occurring violation", -General cleaning and sanitation of the facility was not satisfactory., - No written cleaning schedule/checklist was available. , -Organization is required in the main kitchen., -Shelves of the walk-in cooler were dirty. , Action required:, Please have a cleaning checklist to help maintain sanitary operation.
1. Weatherstripping of the back exit door was in disrepair. Please fix to prevent entry of pests (such as mice, insects). , 2. Pest control records were not located onsite. , Please maintain pest control records onsite for review., ,
Food permit is not posted. Ensure the food permit is posted in an area where the public can easily view it.
The edges of the steam counter and the ice cream freezer counter were worn out. The surfaces have duct tape on them. Remove duct tape and repair/replace work surfaces so that they are smooth, non-absorbent, and easy to clean and sanitize.
Fume hood canopy is overdue for professional cleaning. Sticker indicates that cleaning was due in December 2024. Please schedule the cleaning and send an updated sticker/invoice to show that this has been completed.
Dough maker and meat slicer is not maintained in a sanitary condition.
- No written cleaning schedule/checklist was available. Please have a cleaning checklist to help maintain sanitary operation.
Eggs were stored out at room temperature and measured at 20C. Eggs must be stored under refrigeration, or can be stored at room temperature for 2h and discarded after 2h. If storing at room temperature for 2h, adequate records need to be maintained (such as setting a 2h timer, or labelling with a sticker what time the eggs are to be discarded at if not used).
Handwash station next to dishwasher has no cold water. Hot water is scalding hot making handwashing difficult., Handwash station next to coffee station has no hot water., Ensure all sinks have both hot and cold running water.
No soap at handwash station by dishwasher - corrected onsite., No paper towel in a dispenser at handwash station near the front coffee area., Ensure handwashing sinks are stocked with liquid soap and single use paper towels in dispensing units.
Food items were stacked directly on top of one another in the prep cooler without a lid/cover to protect from contamination. Food cannot be stacked on top of one another without a barrier in place, as well as can't be stacked on the top surface as the food does not get proper temperature control from the cooler.
1. Weatherstripping of the back exit door was in disrepair. Please fix to prevent entry of pests (such as mice, insects). , 2. Pest control records were not located onsite. , Please maintain pest control records onsite for review., ,
Food permit is not posted. Ensure the food permit is posted in an area where the public can easily view it.
Fume hood canopy is overdue for professional cleaning. Sticker indicates that cleaning was due in December 2024. Please schedule the cleaning and send an updated sticker/invoice to show that this has been completed.
Noted the walk-in cooler, and dry food storage shelving lined with cardboards. , Please remove the cardboards. Shelving need to be smooth, non-absorbent, and easy to clean and sanitize.
The edges of the steam counter and the ice cream freezer counter were worn out. Please ensure that all work surfaces are smooth, non-absorbent, and easy to clean and sanitize.
A small dirty container with build-up of debris was used to scoop sugar. The container was removed for washing. Only use scoops with handles and store them upright.
The dough maker was not maintained in a sanitary condition. Please clean.
-The meat slicer was not maintained in a sanitary condition. Please ensure the meat slicer is cleaned and sanitized in between uses.
- No written cleaning schedule/checklist was available. Please have a cleaning checklist to help maintain sanitary operation.
Kitchen requires a deep clean including:, -floors, walls, shelving throughout kitchen and walk-in cooler., Please have these areas/items cleaned and sanitized.