6873 Ad Astra Boulevard NW
Not in Compliance
1 violation was found at the most recent inspection.
Source: Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health
June 10, 2026
Chlorine test strips expired in June 2025. Please obtain new chlorine test strips.
Tarboosh Market is in the GRIESBACH neighbourhood. GRIESBACH, Edmonton has 48 restaurants tracked on Pass or Fail, inspected by Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health. As of July 31, 2026, there are 38 (79%) 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.
This restaurant has been inspected 6 times since June 26, 2025, with 1 in compliance, 5 not in compliance, and 0 closures on record.
1 violation
Chlorine test strips expired in June 2025. Please obtain new chlorine test strips.
1 violation
Chlorine test strips expired in June 2025. Please obtain new chlorine test strips.
6 violations
To go items, such as containers of spices, sauces, etc were either missing a label or the label was lacking information such as a list of ingredients. Labels must include contact information, list of ingredients and best before dates/expiry dates. , , A mechanical tenderizer was onsite. Ensure mechanically tenderized meat has proper labeling to indicate the meat has been mechanically tenderized., , Best before dates or packed on dates were missing for perishable items made/packed onsite. Also, it was unsure whether first in and first out was being practiced. Please place proper labeling to prevent spoiling/rotting of foods.
In coolers (display cooler, walk in cooler). raw meat was observed to be stored above fruits/vegetables or other lower risk foods. Store raw meats below low risk/ready to eat foods. Corrected during the inspection.
11 violations
A basket of eggs was stored at room temperature with a sign that said, "farm fresh eggs". An egg was probed and the temperature was at 20C. The eggs were from an untraceable Hutterite Colony. All the eggs were discarded. Only approved sources can be accepted and sold to the public. If unsure contact your local health inspector., , To go items, such as containers of spices, sauces, etc were either missing a label or the label was lacking information such as a list of ingredients. Labels must include contact information, list of ingredients and best before dates/expiry dates. , , A mechanical tenderizer was onsite. Ensure mechanically tenderized meat has proper labeling to indicate the meat has been mechanically tenderized.
Several packages of sliced cheddar cheese were showing signs of mold growth. The packages were stored in the front prep cooler. All packages were discarded. , , Several logs of deli meat had a milky liquid inside the packages. One deli log had some browning. Best before dates or packed on dates were missing. Also, it was unsure whether first in and first out was being practiced. Please place proper labeling to prevent spoiling/rotting of foods.
3 violations
Paper towel was not available in the hand sink. Operator added paper towel when instructed. Please ensure all supplies are available in hand sinks.
*Gaps were noticed on the back door. Please change the weatherstripping to prevent pest infestation., ** Old pest control record from June 2025 seems to indicate no recent records available.
Food Handling permit was not displayed. Please display the recent food handling permit in a place visible to the public.
1 violation
A bleach/chlorine spray bottle was measured at 1000ppm with bleach/chlorine test strips. Ensure bleach/chlorine sanitizer is maintained at 100ppm. The operator prepared a 100ppm bleach/chlorine sanitizer during the inspection.
White test strips were stored in a bag without a label/legend. Ensure proper test strips are available to verify concentrations of sanitizers.
The exterior back door had a gap at the bottom., , A couple of fly strips were present. Ensure they are located away from food contact surfaces and food. , , Pest control records were unavailable at the time. Please have records available at the next inspection.
Food Handling Permit was not displayed. Post a valid Food Handling Permit in an area visible to the public.
Meat slicer has buildup of dried meat. Operator indicated that it gets cleaned at the end of the day. If intended to be used more than once per day, it must be cleaned and sanitized at least every four hours.
Unlabeled spray bottle had 0ppm of sanitizer solution. When a fresh bleach solution was made, there was a vinegar smell. Eventually, the chlorine concentration was at 100ppm. Please label the bottle and ensure an approved sanitizer is available for use during operation.
In coolers (display cooler, walk in cooler). raw meat was observed to be stored above fruits/vegetables or other lower risk foods. Please store raw meats below low risk/ready to eat foods.
The eggs found at room temperature were at 20C. The eggs were discarded.
The back hand sink was obstructed with many utensils such as knives and metal bin. At the time, there was no hand soap available for handwashing. Paper towel dispenser had paper towels. Warm and cold water was present.
Warm and cold water was available. Ensure hot water is readily available.
White test strips were stored in a bag without a label/legend. Ensure proper test strips are available to verify concentrations of sanitizers.
The exterior back door had a gap at the bottom., , A couple of fly strips were present. Ensure they are located away from food contact surfaces and food. , , Pest control records were unavailable at the time. Please have records available at the next inspection.
Food Handling Permit was not displayed. Post a valid Food Handling Permit in an area visible to the public.
Meat slicer has buildup of dried meat. Operator indicated that it gets cleaned at the end of the day. If intended to be used more than once per day, it must be cleaned and sanitized at least every four hours.