5049 22 Avenue SW · WALKER
April 16, 2026
PassStaff members were observed not washing their hands before wearing gloves and before returning to food handling after incompatible activities. Education was provided. Handwashing must be performed at appropriate times and as frequently as needed.
Several large boxes of raw fish were observed stored at room temperature and unattended, with temperatures measured between 5–9°C. The operator was instructed to relocate them to the cooler to maintain 4°C or below. Raw fish and meat awaiting preparation must always be brought out in small batches to prevent temperature abuse.
No scoops were provided for several bulk bins used for dispensing dry food. Staff members indicated that gloves are used to dispense spices. Please ensure scoops with handles are provided for all bulk food containers and stored upright to prevent handles from contacting food.
The staff washroom handwashing sink lacked hand soap; the dispenser was refilled by the operator during the inspection. Handwashing sinks must be fully stocked with liquid soap and paper towels at all times.
Walker Lake Meat Shop is in the WALKER neighbourhood. WALKER, Edmonton has 49 restaurants tracked on Pass or Fail, inspected by Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health. As of June 2, 2026, there are 41 (84%) that have passed their most recent inspection, with no closures.
This restaurant has been inspected 5 times since September 13, 2024, with 5 passes and 0 closures on record.
Staff members were observed not washing their hands before wearing gloves and before returning to food handling after incompatible activities. Education was provided. Handwashing must be performed at appropriate times and as frequently as needed.
Several large boxes of raw fish were observed stored at room temperature and unattended, with temperatures measured between 5–9°C. The operator was instructed to relocate them to the cooler to maintain 4°C or below. Raw fish and meat awaiting preparation must always be brought out in small batches to prevent temperature abuse.
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.
Alberta records each visit as either a routine inspection (with any violations noted) or a closed order. If you see violations listed without a closed order, the operator was allowed to continue while addressing them. A closed order means the inspector required the kitchen to stop serving customers until the issues were corrected.
No scoops were provided for several bulk bins used for dispensing dry food. Staff members indicated that gloves are used to dispense spices. Please ensure scoops with handles are provided for all bulk food containers and stored upright to prevent handles from contacting food.
The staff washroom handwashing sink lacked hand soap; the dispenser was refilled by the operator during the inspection. Handwashing sinks must be fully stocked with liquid soap and paper towels at all times.
The band saw had an accumulation of debris. Please ensure machine is cleaned and sanitized every 2 hours it is in use. Please clean immediately after use.
1. Unfinished wood shelving noted. Wood has absorbed grease and cannot be cleaned.
Multiple bins of Basa fish were observed thawing at room temperature. Thaw in cooler or under cold running water.
Multiple flies were noted on the 2-comp sink. Improved sanitation is require to avoid fly infestation.
1. Unfinished wood shelving noted. Wood has absorbed grease and cannot be cleaned.