Ali Baba Kabob House
1 - 1602 14 Street SW Calgary AB T3C 1E2 · Food - General
Inspection summary
Ali Baba Kabob House has been inspected 6 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since April 16, 2024. The most recent inspection, on May 8, 2026, found no infractions.
3 of 6 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 3 inspections with 1 infraction recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Food temperature control 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.
Food temperature controlHigher risk
Bacteria multiply fastest between about 4 °C and 60 °C (40 °F to 140 °F). Inspectors check that cold food stays cold, hot food stays hot, cooked food is cooled quickly, and that staff have accurate thermometers. Temperature problems are one of the most common causes of food poisoning, so these are treated as critical findings.
Recorded once on May 4, 2026. For example:
Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
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 once on April 16, 2024. For example:
Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
Equipment and utensilsLower risk
Equipment has to be built from cleanable materials, kept in good repair and stored properly. These findings are mostly about upkeep, like a cracked shelf, a worn gasket or utensils stored the wrong way. They are generally lower risk but show how well the kitchen is maintained.
Recorded 2 times on May 13, 2025. For example:
Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
Food safety training and certificationLower risk
Most jurisdictions require a certified food handler or manager on site, and some require allergen or food-worker training. These findings mean the paperwork or the trained person was missing at the time. They do not by themselves mean food was handled unsafely.
Recorded 2 times on April 16, 2024. For example:
Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
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 May 13, 2025. For example:
Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
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.
6 inspections
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Monitoring Inspection
1 infraction
- 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
- Ambient air temperature of the north food preparation cooler measured 13-14 degrees Celsius. Perishable food was moved to another cooler.Have the cooler repaired, adjusted or replaced. Ensure that coolers are maintaining perishable food at 4 degrees Celsius or lower.
- 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
- Demand Inspection
0 infractions
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Monitoring Inspection
3 infractions
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- There is no light in the back storage area. Lighting levels should be adequate enough to ensure proper cleaning of the facility. The operator stated they are waiting for bulb to come in and replace it.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- The door of the cooler in the front area is in disrepair. The top hinge is missing.Food equipment must be maintained in good repair. The operator stated they are waiting for a part to arrive.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- The exterior of the coolers in the back area had buildup of grime. All surfaces including food equipment must be maintained in a clean and sanitary manner. Ensure regular cleaning is conducted. The operator cleaned both coolers at the time of the inspection.
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- Monitoring Inspection
3 infractions
- 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
- Food contact surface sanitizer was not prepared initially. Bleach water was prepared during inspection. Ensure that food contact surface sanitizer is prepared and readily available for use at all times.
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- Containers of bulk dry ingredients were being stored in the cupboard under the front hand wash sink. Food was moved during inspection. In order to protect food from contamination in the case of a plumbing leak, do not store food under or near waste plumbing lines.
- 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
- Items stored in front of the hand wash sink in the back of the facility were blocking access to the hand wash sink.Items were moved during inspection. Ensure that all hand wash sinks are accessible for use at all times.
- 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
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