Black Pearl
1285 Windermere Way SW Edmonton AB T6W 2P3 · Food - General
Inspection summary
Black Pearl has been inspected 5 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since November 19, 2024. The most recent inspection, on August 13, 2026, found no infractions.
2 of 5 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 3 inspections with 6 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Food temperature control.
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.
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 3 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on August 11, 2026. For example:
Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
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 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on August 11, 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 January 7, 2026. For example:
Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
Permits, records and postingLower risk
Operating permits, required signage, written procedures and logs. These findings are administrative: the documentation was missing or out of date at the time of inspection.
Recorded once on November 19, 2024. For example:
Are appropriate food handling practices and plans in place to ensure that food is handled in a manner that makes it safe to eat?
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 November 19, 2024. For example:
Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
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.
5 inspections
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Demand Inspection
2 infractions
- 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
- The prep cooler for storage of raw oysters in the front food handling area was operating at 8C, needs to be at 4C or colder.- Foods relocated to other coolers until a temperature of 4C or colder can be maintained.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- Buildup/grime noted on the top interior of the glasswasher and spray arm area.- Cleaning is required.
- 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
- Monitoring Inspection
4 infractions
- 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
- Shrimp was measured at 9°C in the ice bath in bar area. Insufficient ice was present to fully immerse the container. The operator was instructed to add additional ice to ensure complete immersion and maintain the required temperature.
- 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
- Shrimp was observed thawing in the food prep sink in standing water. The operator was instructed to thaw seafood under cold running water or in the cooler to ensure proper and safe thawing.
- 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
- No paper towels were observed in staff washroom. Operator was instructed to restock the supplies to ensure proper hand hygiene practices.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- Oyster bowls were found in unsatisfactory condition. The operator indicated that new bowls are onsite and will be used to replace the damaged ones.
- 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Monitoring Inspection
3 infractions
- 06. Are appropriate food handling practices and plans in place to ensure that food is handled in a manner that makes it safe to eat?
- The date tags for several bins of raw oysters in the front cooler were not available.- Ensure proper record keeping practices are followed.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- Clean glassware (bar area) stored on top of a reusable cloth towel. Staff also informed that the cloths located here were used for "polishing" the glassware.-Discontinue these practices. Use a tray/rubber drying rack to allow for glassware to air dry.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- Black buildup noted on the ceiling and wall area at each end of the cook line.- Cleaning is required.
- 06. Are appropriate food handling practices and plans in place to ensure that food is handled in a manner that makes it safe to eat?
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