10417 51 Avenue NW
Non conforme
2 infractions relevées lors de la dernière inspection.
Source : Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health
22 juillet 2026
2026-07-22, Staff reportedly have started food safety training (not yet completed) - to be monitored at the next scheduled re-inspection. , ______________________, 2026-06-25, The facility had seven staff members on shift - none of the staff members had recognized food safety training., ACTION REQUIRED: ensure someone in care and control who is onsite has completed recognized food safety training., RESOURCE: https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/health-recognized-food-safety-courses-alberta.pdf
2026-07-22, 1. Facility is planning for replacing or refinishing shelving in the walk-in cooler - waiting for a long weekend when the restaurant will be able to shift food and ensure it is kept at safe temperatures. Repairs/replacement to be monitored at the next scheduled re-inspection., , 2. The staff washroom door was labelled with a sign to remind staff to keep the door closed. Please install self-closing mechanism - to be monitored at the next scheduled re-inspection., ___________________, 2026-06-25, 1. Metal shelving in the walk-in cooler was in insanitary condition (paint flaking), ACTION REQUIRED: repair or replace the indicated shelving. Ensure surfaces throughout the food processing/storage areas are smooth, washable, & impervious to moisture., , 2. The staff washroom that opened into the ice machine/vegetable preparation area was not equipped with a self-closing mechanism., ACTION REQUIRED: install a self-closing mechanism on the staff bathroom door.
Lemongrass Cafe se trouve dans le quartier EMPIRE PARK. EMPIRE PARK, Edmonton compte 82 restaurants suivis sur Pass or Fail, inspectés par Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health. En date du 22 juillet 2026, 74 (90%) d'entre eux étaient Conformes lors de leur dernière inspection, sans Non conforme ni fermeture.
Ce dossier provient d'Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health, qui inspecte les établissements alimentaires partout en Alberta. Les inspecteurs notent toute infraction aux règlements sanitaires applicables à chaque visite. Le résultat ci-dessus correspond à la dernière inspection au dossier.
« Conforme » signifie qu'aucune infraction n'était en suspens lors de cette visite. « Non conforme » signifie qu'une ou plusieurs infractions n'ont pas été corrigées sur place. « Fermé » signifie que l'inspecteur a ordonné l'arrêt du service à la clientèle jusqu'à la correction des problèmes.
Italian Centre Shop
EMPIRE PARK
Ce restaurant a été inspecté 8 fois depuis le 11 décembre 2023, avec 2 conformes, 6 non conformes et 1 fermeture au dossier.
2 infractions
2026-07-22, Staff reportedly have started food safety training (not yet completed) - to be monitored at the next scheduled re-inspection. , ______________________, 2026-06-25, The facility had seven staff members on shift - none of the staff members had recognized food safety training., ACTION REQUIRED: ensure someone in care and control who is onsite has completed recognized food safety training., RESOURCE: https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/health-recognized-food-safety-courses-alberta.pdf
2026-07-22, 1. Facility is planning for replacing or refinishing shelving in the walk-in cooler - waiting for a long weekend when the restaurant will be able to shift food and ensure it is kept at safe temperatures. Repairs/replacement to be monitored at the next scheduled re-inspection., , 2. The staff washroom door was labelled with a sign to remind staff to keep the door closed. Please install self-closing mechanism - to be monitored at the next scheduled re-inspection., ___________________, 2026-06-25, 1. Metal shelving in the walk-in cooler was in insanitary condition (paint flaking), ACTION REQUIRED: repair or replace the indicated shelving. Ensure surfaces throughout the food processing/storage areas are smooth, washable, & impervious to moisture., , 2. The staff washroom that opened into the ice machine/vegetable preparation area was not equipped with a self-closing mechanism., ACTION REQUIRED: install a self-closing mechanism on the staff bathroom door.
6 infractions
1. Staff foods (half eaten yogurt and ice cream bar) were stored in the freezer with commercial foods., ACTION REQUIRED: keep personal items in a designated area away from commercial food storage/processing areas, , 2. Water chestnuts were stored uncovered in the aluminum open can. , ACTION REQUIRED: re-package foods from cans to a closed container. Label with a "use by" or "opened on" date., , 3. (4) Large cuts of beef were stored uncovered on top of a cardboard box in the walk-in freezer. Open containers of food were stored next to them., ACTION REQUIRED: cover foods in storage. , , 4. A used piece of paper towel was left on a cutting board after use, ACTION REQUIRED: discard paper towel after use., , 5. A bowl of cooked shrimp was stored directly on top of a container of cooked chicken - the base of the bowl was in direct contact with the chicken, ACTION REQUIRED: cover foods when put in storage; do not stack foods without a cover., , 6. A bin of celery was stored directly on the floor, ACTION REQUIRED: discontinue storing foods on the floor
1. The back exterior door was propped open, the screen door was in disrepair. , ACTION REQUIRED: repair the screen door., , 2. Pest control records not observed/available., ACTION REQUIRED: maintain monthly pest control records., RESOURCE: https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/assets/wf/eph/wf-eh-pest-control-checklist.pdf
1 infraction
Several used cleaning cloths were observed to be sitting on the counter when not in use. Ensure cleaning cloths are stored in a sanitizer such as 100ppm bleach/chlorine when not in use. The operator discarded the indicated cloths during the inspection.
3 infractions
Scoops without handles were observed to be in-contact with food inside the bulk sugar and msg storage containers. Ensure scoops with handles are used to help prevent contamination. The operator removed the indicated scoops during the inspection.
Meats were observed to be stored above vegetables such as carrots in the walk-in cooler. Ensure meat is stored below vegetables to help prevent potential contamination. The operator relocated the meat during the inspection.
1. A buildup of grime was observed on the light switch near the walk-in cooler. , 2. A buildup of food debris was observed on the floor near the boiler in the back dry storage area. , 3. The upright freezer beside the receiving door was observed with a buildup of grime on the top surface. , 4. A buildup of dust was observed on the ceiling tiles in the main food prep area. , 1-4. Ensure the indicated areas are cleaned and sanitized.
4 infractions
-The meat slicer present at the back side of the kitchen near the dry storage had dried meat debris. , , Action required:, -Staff was instructed to properly disassemble the slicer, wash and sanitize the slicer frequently.
1. The cooked chicken was stored in the hot holding measured at 50C. It was observed that the heater was off. , 2. The basil leaved were stored in the cool water on the preparation counter, measured at 19C. , 3. Sliced carrots were observed in the big container stored at room temperature. , , , Action taken:, 1. Staff member confirmed that it had been less than an hour since the cooked chicken was stored in the hot holding that is why the cooked chicken was not discarded., -Staff member was instructed to turn on the heater and maintain the temperature of 60C at minimum. , 2. Staff was instructed to change the water, get the chilled water so that basil leaves can be held at 4C. Time label the containers and frequently monitor the temperatures to avoid temperature abuse., 3. Sliced carrots- If the staff is not planning to do the preparation, store the cut veges inside the cooler. Do not leave potentially hazardous food at room temperature for long periods.
Aucune infraction
6 infractions
1. Raw meats are being stored above vegetables in the walk-in cooler., 2. Some foods are being stored without covers in the walk-in cooler and freezer.
Staff are not testing the sanitizer concentrations of the dishwasher daily.
Current food permit posted is expired.
Dirty cardboard is observed on shelving units around the facility. Discard.
8 infractions
1. Raw meats are being stored above vegetables in the walk-in cooler., 2. Some foods are being stored without covers in the walk-in cooler and freezer.
The dishwasher was found to not be dispensing any sanitizer. Maintenance has been called, and operator is to manually add sanitizer until repaired.
The hand sink was covered with a dish bin at the beginning of the inspection.
The facility had seven staff members on shift - none of the staff members had recognized food safety training., ACTION REQUIRED: ensure someone in care and control who is onsite has completed recognized food safety training., RESOURCE: https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/health-recognized-food-safety-courses-alberta.pdf
1. Metal shelving in the walk-in cooler was in insanitary condition (paint flaking), ACTION REQUIRED: repair or replace the indicated shelving. Ensure surfaces throughout the food processing/storage areas are smooth, washable, & impervious to moisture., , 2. The staff washroom that opened into the ice machine/vegetable preparation area was not equipped with a self-closing mechanism., ACTION REQUIRED: install a self-closing mechanism on the staff bathroom door.
Scoops and bowls used as scoops were stored in multiple (7) bulk dry goods container., ACTION REQUIRED: discontinue using bowls as scoops. Store scoops in such a way that the handle is not in contact with the bulk food supply.
Sanitation concerns were noted in the following areas:, - Food debris on wire shelving in the walk-in cooler, - Food debris and dirt under the two-compartment sink and around the grease bin, - Grease and dirt build-up on shelving above the two-compartment sink, - Grease and food debris build up under the cookline, - Debris and dirt accumulation behind the ice machine (by the back exterior door), - Dirt accumulation on the walls and baseboards of the staff washroom, ACTION REQUIRED: conduct a deep, thorough clean of the entire facility that includes the above noted areas.
- Most of the shelves in the kitchen were lined by the carboards. , , Action required:, -Please remove all the cardboards from the shelves as the carboard is not easily cleanable and can absorb dirt, oil.
1. The ventilation hood had oil and grease buildup. , 2. The vent pipe had dirt debris accumulation., 3. The ceilings and the exhaust fans had dirt debris. , 4. Oil and dirt was observed behind the cooking line., 5. Some of the cooler handles were oily, greasy. , , Action required:, -Clean the above mentioned areas., -Frequently clean the high-touch surfaces such as cooler handles.
Protective film is present on the ice machine in the back area, and is peeling. Please remove film so it is easy to clean.
The staff water cooler in the kitchen has black residue all over it, with some food build up.
Staff are not testing the sanitizer concentrations of the dishwasher daily.
Current food permit posted is expired.
Dirty cardboard is observed on shelving units around the facility. Discard.
Protective film is present on the ice machine in the back area, and is peeling. Please remove film so it is easy to clean.
The staff water cooler in the kitchen has black residue all over it, with some food build up.