94C 8 Street NW
Not in Compliance
4 violations were found at the most recent inspection.
Source: Alberta Health Services Environmental Public Health
March 21, 2026
The chlorine test strips are expired:, "Chlorine Test Strips/Hydrion Chlorine//[10-200 ppm]//Dip and remove quickly/Blot immediately with paper towel/Compare to color chart at once//Lot: 215223//EXP: JUN 1, 2025".
Lighting in the staff washroom is poor.
A cutting board is extensively cut up and very dirty., The footstool is in a blackened state from its thick dirtiness. , [These items are promptly discarded.]
The following floor areas are very dirty:, 1. In the walk-in cooler., 2. Under the dishwasher., 3. The room with the chest freezers., 4. In the staff washroom., The garbage bin in the back is dirty.
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.
Saiba Flaming Kitchen
This restaurant has been inspected 11 times since November 28, 2023, with 5 in compliance, 6 not in compliance, and 0 closures on record.
4 violations
The chlorine test strips are expired:, "Chlorine Test Strips/Hydrion Chlorine//[10-200 ppm]//Dip and remove quickly/Blot immediately with paper towel/Compare to color chart at once//Lot: 215223//EXP: JUN 1, 2025".
Lighting in the staff washroom is poor.
A cutting board is extensively cut up and very dirty., The footstool is in a blackened state from its thick dirtiness. , [These items are promptly discarded.]
The following floor areas are very dirty:, 1. In the walk-in cooler., 2. Under the dishwasher., 3. The room with the chest freezers., 4. In the staff washroom., The garbage bin in the back is dirty.
No violations
3 violations
A spray bottle containing bleach solution for sanitizing surfaces was unlabeled. The operator labeled the bottle.
There is no soap at the sushi prep station hand sink. The operator replaces the soap to ensure proper handwashing.
There are scoops in the flour and sugar containers. The operator removes the scoops, washes them, and places them in a designated area to prevent cross-contamination.
No violations
3 violations
The temperature of the kitchen refrigerator was measured at approximately 8–9 °C, using both an infrared thermometer at various locations inside the unit and a probe thermometer., , The operator adjusted the fridge settings to a colder temperature and relocated meat items to the walk-in cooler., , The thermometer inside the fridge displayed a reading of 4 °C, which does not reflect the actual internal temperature. Please ensure this thermometer is replaced or calibrated for accurate temperature monitoring.
Spoons were observed stored inside jars of jelly, with the handles in direct contact with the food. The operator removed the spoons promptly.
Cleaning required in the following areas:, , - Inside of the microwave oven and the ice machine, - Rice container located underneath the dishwasher, - Flour container on the shelf in the dry storage area, - 3-compartment sink — with particular attention to the right-side compartment, - Floors along the walls, - Floors underneath equipment (e.g., stove and deep fryer), , Operator indicated the following items will be discarded:, , - The blackened cutting board on the dishwasher, - The food storage containers with grime build-up located on the shelf near the 3-compartment sink
No violations
4 violations
Cooked ground meat and fried tempura shrimp were cooling in room temperature. The operator placed them to the walk in cooler promptly., , *This was also observed during the previous routine inspection.
Boxes of food and other items are placed on the floor in the back, obstructing both floor cleaning and pest monitoring. Please ensure all food items are stored at least 15 cm off the floor and ensure floor cleaning and pest monitoring are not obstructed by boxes. Install additional shelfing units if necessary.
There was black grime build up on the inside of the ice machine lid. The operator cleaned the lid promptly., , A plastic pitcher with sauce debris was found on the soy sauce bin, and the lid of the bin was soiled with sauce residue. The operator promptly removed the pitcher and cleaned the lid.
No violations
2 violations
Dishwasher sanitizer measured less than 100 PPM Chlorine, , Action: ensure dishwasher is providing at least 100 PPM Chlorine
Walk in cooler is not in working order and measured >4°C, It was noted no perishable foods are being stored in cooler at this time; unit is scheduled for repair once part comes in
3 violations
Dishwasher sanitizer measured less than 100 PPM Chlorine, , Action: ensure dishwasher is providing at least 100 PPM Chlorine
, 1) Deep fryer has a heavy build-up of grease ladened debris around it, 2) Sauce hot holding container has a heavy build up of dried sauce around its, , Actions Required:, , 1) clean the deep fryer of built-up waste material, 2) clean the sauce hot holding container of dried food material, , .
, 1) wall/ vent system components next to back door has thick dust and debris, 2) white shelving by dish washing area is soiled and disorganized, 3) lid of the blue plastic bin located in back storage area is heavily soiled , 4) black plastic shelving unit near deep fryers is soiled and unclean, 5) front counter toaster oven handle is unclean, 6) small black fridge located by grill is unclean on outside, handles and surfaces, and has crumbs and spilled food inside, 7) spilled brown sauce/liquid on tops of white plastic bucket containers in walk in cooler (on the right ), 8) walls and ceiling of walk in cooler has dust and debris, , Action: , , - Clean items 1) - 8) and ensure their surfaces are sanitized, - Establish a Written Daily Cleaning Schedule for all areas noted above, and for all kitchen equipment and surfaces to prevent dirt, debris, and dust build up, - Post the schedule in a visible location in the kitchen, and ensure it is checked off each day, , ., ,
5 violations
Dishwasher sanitizer measured less than 100 PPM Chlorine, , Action: ensure dishwasher is providing at least 100 PPM Chlorine
hand washing sink by the dishwasher was obstructed, , Action: owner immediately relocated items that were obstructing the hand washing sink
A container of cooked shrimp was found uncovered and sitting at room temperature by the kitchen grill, , Action Taken: , , Owner immediately placed the food product on a clean tray, covered it, and placed it in the cooler
The following items requires attention:, - a cutting board covered with black grime was left at the dishwashing station. The operator indicated that they do not use this cutting board. Please discard it., - food container placed on shelf below the dishwashing counter is covered with dust and grime build up. Please clean the cover and the sides of the container., - Significant grease build up on the wall in the kitchen, forming dripping marks, especially at the top part. Please ensure the walls are cleaned., - the deep frier in the kitchen is covered with tempura debris and grease. Please ensure it is cleaned.
, 1) Deep fryer has a heavy build-up of grease ladened debris around it, 2) Sauce hot holding container has a heavy build up of dried sauce around its, , Actions Required:, , 1) clean the deep fryer of built-up waste material, 2) clean the sauce hot holding container of dried food material, , .
, 1) wall/ vent system components next to back door has thick dust and debris, 2) white shelving by dish washing area is soiled and disorganized, 3) lid of the blue plastic bin located in back storage area is heavily soiled , 4) black plastic shelving unit near deep fryers is soiled and unclean, 5) front counter toaster oven handle is unclean, 6) small black fridge located by grill is unclean on outside, handles and surfaces, and has crumbs and spilled food inside, 7) spilled brown sauce/liquid on tops of white plastic bucket containers in walk in cooler (on the right ), 8) walls and ceiling of walk in cooler has dust and debris, , Action: , , - Clean items 1) - 8) and ensure their surfaces are sanitized, - Establish a Written Daily Cleaning Schedule for all areas noted above, and for all kitchen equipment and surfaces to prevent dirt, debris, and dust build up, - Post the schedule in a visible location in the kitchen, and ensure it is checked off each day, , ., ,