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A&W

4902 50 Avenue Barrhead AB T7N 1G6 · Food - General

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Inspection summary

A&W has been inspected 9 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since November 22, 2023. The most recent inspection, on August 7, 2026, recorded 3 infractions.

5 of 9 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 3 inspections with 4 infractions recorded. All recorded findings relate to upkeep, equipment or paperwork rather than direct food-handling risks.

The number of infractions per inspection has stayed roughly the same over time.

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.

  • 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 3 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on August 7, 2026. For example: Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?

  • 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 across 2 separate inspections, most recently on January 5, 2026. 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 once on August 7, 2026. For example: Do food handlers refrain from handling food while ill and have acceptable attire and hygiene?

  • 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 November 22, 2023. 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. Monitoring Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 05. Do food handlers refrain from handling food while ill and have acceptable attire and hygiene?
      • An employee in the kitchen was observed to have blown into their gloves before putting them on. Discussed with operator on-site that this can contaminate both the inside and outside of the glove surface which may lead to contamination of food products. Operator on-site indicated they would speak with the employee.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • A spill was noted on the floor of the walk-in cooler, under the shelving unit. This can pose a risk for potential cross contamination or could attract pests to the area. Discussed with operator on-site to clean the area.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • Grime build-up was noted at the base of the vegetable slicer, located in the kitchen. This can pose a potential risk for cross contamination of food products that are processed using the vegetable slicer. Discussed with operator on-site to clean the area.
  2. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  3. Demand Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
      • The containers holding the disposable knives and forks by the drive thru has a buildup of dust present at the bottom of the container. The containers are required to be cleaned and sanitized.
  4. Demand Inspection

    0 infractions

  5. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  6. Monitoring Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
      • The probe thermometer was not working due to its battery. Action shall be taken to replace the battery to ensure the probe thermometer works properly.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • A small food spill is observed in the small cooler in the front cooler (front of house)
  7. Monitoring Inspection

    0 infractions

  8. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  9. Risk Management Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 18. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Non-Critical)?
      • Water was found pooling underneath the condenser behind the walk-ins in the basement. Water on the floor can potentially bleed into the walls causing damage or create an environment for mould to grow. Floor area should be kept dry by either adding a basin (bucket or tray) to catch water drip or have floor sloped to a drain.

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