10722 97 Street NW
Not in Compliance
1 violation was found at the most recent inspection.
Source: Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health
July 23, 2026
The exhaust hood cleaning was overdue. Please ensure the exhaust hood is cleaned and serviced as per the required frequency.
Vien Dong Market - Butcher is in the MCCAULEY neighbourhood. MCCAULEY, Edmonton has 228 restaurants tracked on Pass or Fail, inspected by Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health. As of July 23, 2026, there are 191 (84%) 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.
Yemeni Palace
MCCAULEY
This restaurant has been inspected 7 times since May 15, 2024, with 2 in compliance, 5 not in compliance, and 0 closures on record.
1 violation
The exhaust hood cleaning was overdue. Please ensure the exhaust hood is cleaned and serviced as per the required frequency.
5 violations
Raw meat was found stored in the walk in cooler that was stacked on the top rack with several products touching the top portion of the cooler ceiling. Requested operator refrain from stacking meat to the top to prevent potential contamination.
Thermometers were missing in several of the up front cooling units. Please ensure thermometers are available in all cooling units to monitor the temperature of food products.
Pest control self monitoring reports were not to up to date and maintained. Please ensure self monitoring reports are completed.
The exhaust hood cleaning was overdue. Please ensure the exhaust hood is cleaned and serviced as per the required frequency.
Used cutting knives were observed to be sitting on the front countertop area. Requested all used dirty knives to stored in a sanitizer solution to prevent pathogen growth.
No violations
3 violations
Chlorine sanitizing solution was at concentration of at least 1000ppm. The chlorine solution needs to be at 100ppm to be safe for food contact surfaces.
The sanitize compartment of the 3 compartment sink had meat residual juices in it. The sanitize or the 3 compartment is a "clean" sink where no food preparation, ware washing or hand washing should be conducted in.
Mouse dropping were observed in the in the dry storage area., , Clean up the dropping and monitor to see if there is a current pest control concern.
No violations
3 violations
2024-05-23, Given the observed mouse activity, open pesticide, and lack of pest control records, the facility is required to hire a licensed pest control company to provide monthly services. , , ACTION REQUIRED: acquire regular services from a licensed pest control provider to monitor for and control mouse activity. Remove all open pesticide from the facility. , ____________________, 2024-05-15, Facility did not have an integrated pest control management program in place. Management reported using audible mouse deterrent device but did not report actively monitoring traps. No pest control records were being maintained. , , ACTION REQUIRED: implement a pest control program that includes setting traps and keeping monthly pest control records. , , RESOURCE: , https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/assets/wf/eph/wf-eh-pest-control-checklist.pdf
2024-05-23, Below violation not yet corrected. , ____________________, 2024-05-15, Washroom that opens into a food processing area is not equipped with a self-closing mechanism., , ACTION REQUIRED: install a self-closing mechanism.
9 violations
1. Used cleaning cloths were left on the counter when not in use., , 2. Equipment used to slice & grind meat is only cleaned and sanitized once per day (end of day). The facility is open 10 hrs/day., , ACTION REQUIRED: , 1. Store cleaning cloths in a sanitizer solution when not in use. Review the below resource., 2. Wash and sanitize meat cutting & grinding equipment a minimum of every 4 hours. Process meat in batches rather than using equipment continuously throughout the day. , , RESOURCES:, https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/assets/wf/eph/wf-eh-guidelines-wiping-cloths.pdf
A spray bottle was not labelled to indicate contents. , , ACTION REQUIRED: ensure all chemical bottles are labeled.
: The handwash sink must always be accessible for handwashing as well as stocked with soap, paper towel, & hot/cold running water.
, 2024-05-23, The following remains outstanding:, -General filth build-up on the step stool in the meat cutting area, -Food debris build-up in the track of the sliding door cooler, -General filth build-up on the back exterior screen door, -Doors and handles of the reach-in freezer were clouded and appeared unclean, -Rust and/or debris on the base of the reach-in freezer, **Furthermore, discussed creating clearer separation between personal items and equipment/food for the business. Recommended using the back storage area for personal, chemical, & tool storage only. , , The following was corrected: , -No visibly dirty boxes stored on the meat cutting board , -Chemical storage cabinet has been cleaned, -Walls leading down to the basement area had been cleaned, ____________________, 2024-05-15, Poor sanitation in several areas of the facility including:, -Exterior of boxes stored on the meat cutting board were visibly dirty , -General filth build-up on the base of the cupboard and surrounding area of the chemical storage (below a meat cutting counter), -General filth build-up on the step stool in the meat cutting area, -Food debris build-up in the track of the sliding door cooler, -General filth build-up on the back exterior screen door, -Doors and handles of the reach-in freezer were clouded and appeared unclean, -Rust and/or debris on the base of the reach-in freezer, -General filth on walls leading down to basement processing kitchen, , ACTION REQUIRED: conduct a deep, thorough clean throughout the facility.
Fish stored in the reach-in freezer was left uncovered during storage., , ACTION REQUIRED: cover all foods with food-grade materials during storage.
Facility did not have an integrated pest control management program in place. Management reported using audible mouse deterrent device but did not report actively monitoring traps. No pest control records were being maintained. , , ACTION REQUIRED: implement a pest control program that includes setting traps and keeping monthly pest control records. , , RESOURCE: , https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/assets/wf/eph/wf-eh-pest-control-checklist.pdf
The food handling permit posted was out-of-date (expired Sept 2022). , , ACTION REQUIRED: post the current food handling permit.
Washroom that opens into a food processing area is not equipped with a self-closing mechanism., , ACTION REQUIRED: install a self-closing mechanism.
, 2024-05-15, Violation outstanding. Cleaning schedule is ineffective. Written cleaning schedule was not observed. , ____________________, 2023-01-31, No written cleaning/sanitation program onsite. Develop a written cleaning program for the facility.
Poor sanitation in several areas of the facility including:, -Exterior of boxes stored on the meat cutting board were visibly dirty , -General filth build-up on the base of the cupboard and surrounding area of the chemical storage (below a meat cutting counter), -General filth build-up on the step stool in the meat cutting area, -Food debris build-up in the track of the sliding door cooler, -General filth build-up on the back exterior screen door, -Doors and handles of the reach-in freezer were clouded and appeared unclean, -Rust and/or debris on the base of the reach-in freezer, -General filth on walls leading down to basement processing kitchen, , ACTION REQUIRED: conduct a deep, thorough clean throughout the facility.