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Alberta Hotel Excuses Tavern

718 Main Street Pincher Creek AB T0K 1W0 · Food - General

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Inspection summary

Alberta Hotel Excuses Tavern has been inspected 9 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since November 3, 2023. The most recent inspection, on August 5, 2026, recorded 1 infraction.

3 of 9 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 2 inspections with 1 infraction recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Pests and Cleaning and sanitizing.

Recent inspections have recorded fewer infractions than earlier ones, so the record is improving.

What these findings mean

Health authorities word their violations differently, so we group them by what they mean for food safety. Higher-risk findings are the ones inspectors treat as critical, because they can directly make someone sick.

  • PestsHigher risk

    Signs of mice, rats, cockroaches or flies, or gaps and clutter that let them get in or hide. Pests carry bacteria and can contaminate food and surfaces, so evidence of activity is treated seriously and usually triggers a follow-up visit.

    Recorded 6 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on December 4, 2024. For example: Is the facility free of unapproved animals, vermin and/or insects (unless noted elsewhere), and maintained to prevent the entry or harbourage of pests?

  • Cleaning and sanitizingHigher risk

    Anything that touches food, such as cutting boards, dishes and utensils, must be washed, rinsed and sanitized. Inspectors check dishwasher temperatures, sanitizer strength and how wiping cloths are stored. Poor sanitizing lets bacteria survive from one use to the next.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on July 3, 2025. For example: Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?

  • Building, plumbing and upkeepLower risk

    Floors, walls and ceilings must be smooth and clean, with working lighting, ventilation, plumbing, hot and cold water, and washrooms. These are rarely an immediate food-safety risk on their own, but persistent problems can lead to pest or sanitation issues.

    Recorded once on December 4, 2024. For example: Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?

  • Other findingsLower risk

    Findings that do not fit the categories above, such as follow-ups that confirm an earlier violation was corrected, or requirements specific to this type of facility.

    Recorded once on August 5, 2026. For example: Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Non-Critical)?

About this data

These results come from Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health), which inspects food premises and other public facilities in this area. We republish the authority's public disclosure data and refresh it regularly; the official record is the final word.

9 inspections

  1. Demand Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 18. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Non-Critical)?
      • Two dead pigeon carcasses were observed lodged between the exterior rafters to the right of the main entrance to the establishment, confirming the complaint. Please ensure the carcasses are removed promptly to eliminate the nuisance condition and minimize the potential for odours and pest attraction around the exterior of the premises.
  2. Monitoring Inspection

    0 infractions

  3. Monitoring Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
      • The bleach sanitizer spray measured >200 ppm and was diluted during the inspection. Discussed ratios: 1/2 teaspoon bleach per litre of water for a 100-200 ppm solution.
  4. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  5. Monitoring Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 16. Is the facility free of unapproved animals, vermin and/or insects (unless noted elsewhere), and maintained to prevent the entry or harbourage of pests?
      • The weatherstripping at the bottom door leading to the alley was in disrepair and allowing outside sunlight into facility. Please repair or replace.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • The vent cover above the stand-up freezer had dust on it. Please clean.
  6. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  7. Monitoring Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 16. Is the facility free of unapproved animals, vermin and/or insects (unless noted elsewhere), and maintained to prevent the entry or harbourage of pests?
      • Weather stripping on the back receiving door was missing. Sunlight was observed to be coming in through the holes. Please ensure the weather stripping is repaired to prevent harborage of pests.
  8. Initial Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
      • Sanitizer was not made available during the inspection. Please ensure a food grade sanitizer is made available for sanitizing food contact surfaces to reduce bacterial growth and contamination.
    • 16. Is the facility free of unapproved animals, vermin and/or insects (unless noted elsewhere), and maintained to prevent the entry or harbourage of pests?
      • Maple bugs were present in the women's bathroom, kitchen sink and on the kitchen walls. Please ensure that bugs and other pests are removed to prevent food contamination.
    • 16. Is the facility free of unapproved animals, vermin and/or insects (unless noted elsewhere), and maintained to prevent the entry or harbourage of pests?
      • Weather stripping on the back receiving door was missing. Sunlight was observed to be coming in through the holes. Please ensure the weather stripping is repaired to prevent harborage of pests.
  9. Risk Management Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 16. Is the facility free of unapproved animals, vermin and/or insects (unless noted elsewhere), and maintained to prevent the entry or harbourage of pests?
      • Maple bugs were present in the women's bathroom, kitchen sink and on the kitchen walls. Please ensure that bugs and other pests are removed to prevent food contamination.
    • 16. Is the facility free of unapproved animals, vermin and/or insects (unless noted elsewhere), and maintained to prevent the entry or harbourage of pests?
      • Weather stripping on the back receiving door was missing. Sunlight was observed to be coming in through the holes. Please ensure the weather stripping is repaired to prevent harborage of pests.

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