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Black Pearl Lounge

1806 35 Street SE Calgary AB T2B 0W7 · Food - General

12 inspections

  1. Demand Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 17. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Critical)?
      • 1. The existing ventilation system in the establishment may not comply with the Alberta Building Code. Contact the City of Calgary to determine how to get the ventilation system inspected and approved to offer shisha services.2. Do not use tupperware containers to store shisha. All shisha products must be stored in their original container.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • **Repeat Violation**The shisha area requires a deep cleaning of the floors, walls and counters. Please clean and sanitize this area.
  2. Demand Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 17. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Critical)?
      • 1. The existing ventilation system in the establishment may not comply with the Alberta Building Code. Contact the City of Calgary to determine how to get the ventilation system inspected and approved to offer shisha services.2. Do not use tupperware containers to store shisha. All shisha products must be stored in their original container.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • **Repeat Violation**The shisha area requires a deep cleaning of the floors, walls and counters. Please clean and sanitize this area.
  3. Monitoring Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • **Repeat Violation**The shisha area requires a deep cleaning of the floors, walls and counters. Please clean and sanitize this area.
  4. Demand Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 19. Does the facility have a valid permit and does the facility operate in compliance with the conditions of that permit, or is the facility awaiting approval prior to operation?
      • **Repeat Violation**Please correctThe permit displayed has expired, please post new permit.
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • Evidence of a sewage backup was observed on floor drains. Facility was close while a plumber was trying to snake multiple drains within the building. Ensure all areas where sewage has penetrated are clean and sanitized. **Repeat Violation**The plumbing underneath the shisha sink was observed to be leaking. Please fix plumbing fixtures and correct the leak.
    • 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
      • **Repeat Violation**The ice machine requires a deep clean, mold was observed in and around the ice trays.Please remove the ice and clean and sanitize.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • **Repeat Violation**The shisha area requires a deep cleaning of the floors, walls and counters. Please clean and sanitize this area.
  5. Monitoring Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 19. Does the facility have a valid permit and does the facility operate in compliance with the conditions of that permit, or is the facility awaiting approval prior to operation?
      • The permit displayed has expired, please post new permit.
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • The plumbing underneath the shisha sink was observed to be leaking. Please fix plumbing fixtures and correct the leak.
    • 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
      • The ice machine requires a deep clean, mold was observed in and around the ice trays.Please remove the ice and clean and sanitize.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • The shisha area requires a deep cleaning of the floors, walls and counters. Please clean and sanitize this area.
  6. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  7. 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?
      • ** The violation still exists**Update: During recent inspection (Jul 4, 2025) the mouse droppings appeared greenish in color. A few new mouse bait stations were installed. Ensure to clean the back door surroundings.A few mouse droppings were observed in the facility, including bottom shelf of prep table in kitchen and in lounge side seating area. - The inspector informed the operator that the mouse droppings must be removed by following the 7 Steps to Safe Clean-up of Mouse Droppings, Nests, or Dead Mice document from the AHS website: https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/Advisories/ne-pha-hantavirus-protection.pdf.- The operator mentioned that they currently have monthly active contract with a professional pest control company. - Contact the company to treat and service the facility.- Provide last two pest control service reports.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • **The violation still exists**A few hard-to-reach surfaces in the kitchen including shelves were not clean.- Ensure to keep all the areas of the facility in a clean and sanitary condition.
  8. 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?
      • A few mouse droppings were observed in the facility, including bottom shelf of prep table in kitchen and in lounge side seating area. - The inspector informed the operator that the mouse droppings must be removed by following the 7 Steps to Safe Clean-up of Mouse Droppings, Nests, or Dead Mice document from the AHS website: https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/Advisories/ne-pha-hantavirus-protection.pdf.- The operator mentioned that they currently have monthly active contract with a professional pest control company. - Contact the company to treat and service the facility.- Provide last two pest control service reports.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • A few hard-to-reach surfaces in the kitchen including shelves were not clean.- Ensure to keep all the areas of the facility in a clean and sanitary condition.
  9. Initial Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • A few hard-to-reach surfaces were not clean.- Ensure to keep all the areas of the facility in a clean and sanitary condition.
  10. Demand Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 15. Is the facility free of a pest infestation?
      • ** Two dead mice and mouse dropping were observed in electrical room and under the couch in bar area during inspection conducted on Dec 13, 2024**** Two live cockroaches and a few mouse droppings (approximately 4) were observed in the facility during current inspection**A live cockroach was noted underneath the compartment sink. The operator mentioned that they currently have an active contract with a professional pest control company. Thus, the inspector informed the operator that the company must be contacted to treat and service the facility.
    • 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?
      • There were mouse droppings noted in the facility, including underneath the compartment sink in the kitchen, underneath the floor cabinets, underneath shelving units, and underneath other kitchen equipment. The inspector informed the operator that the mouse droppings must be removed by following the 7 Steps to Safe Clean-up of Mouse Droppings, Nests, or Dead Mice document from the AHS website: https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/Advisories/ne-pha-hantavirus-protection.pdf.
    • 19. Does the facility have a valid permit and does the facility operate in compliance with the conditions of that permit, or is the facility awaiting approval prior to operation?
      • Operating without a valid and subsisting Food Handling Permit from Alberta Health Services. Closure Order was issued. Please ensure to cease all food operations unless an approval from an Executive Officer and a valid Food Handling Permit is obtained.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • The floor below the refrigeration unit in the bar station was dirty. The inspector informed the operator that all areas of the facility must remain clean and sanitary. Please ensure to keep all the areas of the facility in a clean and sanitary condition.
  11. Demand Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 15. Is the facility free of a pest infestation?
      • ** Two live cockroaches and a few mouse droppings (approximately 4) were observed in the facility during current inspection**A live cockroach was noted underneath the compartment sink. The operator mentioned that they currently have an active contract with a professional pest control company. Thus, the inspector informed the operator that the company must be contacted to treat and service the facility.
    • 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?
      • There were mouse droppings noted in the facility, including underneath the compartment sink in the kitchen, underneath the floor cabinets, underneath shelving units, and underneath other kitchen equipment. The inspector informed the operator that the mouse droppings must be removed by following the 7 Steps to Safe Clean-up of Mouse Droppings, Nests, or Dead Mice document from the AHS website: https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/Advisories/ne-pha-hantavirus-protection.pdf.
    • 19. Does the facility have a valid permit and does the facility operate in compliance with the conditions of that permit, or is the facility awaiting approval prior to operation?
      • Operating without a valid and subsisting Food Handling Permit from Alberta Health Services. Closure Order was issued. Please ensure to cease all food operations unless an approval from an Executive Officer and a valid Food Handling Permit is obtained.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • The floor below the refrigeration unit in the bar station was dirty. The inspector informed the operator that all areas of the facility must remain clean and sanitary. Please ensure to keep all the areas of the facility in a clean and sanitary condition.
  12. Demand Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
      • The handwashing station in the kitchen area was clogged and not draining. The inspector informed the operator that the handwashing station must be fixed.
    • 15. Is the facility free of a pest infestation?
      • A live cockroach was noted underneath the compartment sink. The operator mentioned that they currently have an active contract with a professional pest control company. Thus, the inspector informed the operator that the company must be contacted to treat and service the facility.
    • 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?
      • There were mouse droppings noted in the facility, including underneath the compartment sink in the kitchen, underneath the floor cabinets, underneath shelving units, and underneath other kitchen equipment. The inspector informed the operator that the mouse droppings must be removed by following the 7 Steps to Safe Clean-up of Mouse Droppings, Nests, or Dead Mice document from the AHS website: https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/Advisories/ne-pha-hantavirus-protection.pdf.
    • 19. Does the facility have a valid permit and does the facility operate in compliance with the conditions of that permit, or is the facility awaiting approval prior to operation?
      • Operating without a valid and subsisting Food Handling Permit from Alberta Health Services. Closure Order was issued. Please ensure to cease all food operations unless an approval from an Executive Officer and a valid Food Handling Permit is obtained.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • The floor below the refrigeration unit in the bar station was dirty. The inspector informed the operator that all areas of the facility must remain clean and sanitary. Please ensure to keep all the areas of the facility in a clean and sanitary condition.