Desi Meal Time
104 - 100 Riverstone Ridge Fort McMurray AB T9K 1S6 · Food - General
24 inspections
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Monitoring Inspection
1 infraction
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- The three-door freezer had a build up of crumbs and other food debris inside it. Ensure that it is cleaned on a regular basis, and maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Risk Management Inspection
1 infraction
- 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 kitchen hood ventilation is overdue for servicing (February 2026). Owner indicated that they have hired a contractor to service the vent hood. Spoke with vent hood service operator who indicated that due to the weather, the service was delayed until the end of April 2026. They indicated that they have spoken with the relevant Fire Code and Safety agencies who gave the go ahead to delay the cleaning until the end of the month. Ensure that the ventilation system is serviced every 6 months or as often as a professional recommends.
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- Risk Management Inspection
1 infraction
- 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 kitchen hood ventilation is overdue for servicing (February 2026). Owner indicated that they have hired a contractor to service the vent hood. Confirmation was sent to the inspector. Ensure that the ventilation system is serviced every 6 months or as often as a professional recommends.
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- Risk Management Inspection
1 infraction
- 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 kitchen hood ventilation is overdue for servicing (February 2026). Owner indicated that they have hired a contractor to service the vent hood. Confirmation was sent to the inspector. Ensure that the ventilation system is serviced every 6 months or as often as a professional recommends.
- 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
2 infractions
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- Bags of onions were found stored on the floor in front of the walk-in cooler. Ensure that all food items are stored at least 6 inches off the ground.
- 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 kitchen hood ventilation is overdue for servicing (February 2026). Owner indicated that they have hired a contractor to service the vent hood by the end of March 2026. Ensure that the ventilation system is serviced every 6 months or as often as a professional recommends.
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- Monitoring Inspection
0 infractions
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Risk Management Inspection
1 infraction
- 12. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- Chlorine test strips expired in May 2025. Ensure that new chlorine test strips are acquired so staff can accurately measure the concentration of the chlorine sanitizer.
- 12. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- Monitoring Inspection
5 infractions
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- 1. Milk jugs were observed stored on the ground in the walk-in cooler.2. A container of peeled onions were observed stored in the walk-in cooler without a proper cover.Ensure that all processed food items are properly covered and stored off the ground.
- 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
- An opened jar of Mayonnaise was found stored at room temperature. Staff discarded the jar during the inspection. Ensure that all high-risk food items are stored according to manufacturer instructions.
- 12. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- Chlorine test strips expired in May 2025. Ensure that new chlorine test strips are acquired so staff can accurately measure the concentration of the chlorine sanitizer.
- 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?
- Monthly pest inspection reports were not available or sent within 2 business days. Ensure that pest control reports are available or sent for review within a timely manner.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- The following areas of the kitchen had a build up of food debris and require extensive cleaning:- 3 door freezer- Space behind main cook line- Underneath the middle prep tables- Dishwashing pitEnsure the areas are cleaned and maintained in a sanitary condition.
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Risk Management 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?
- Monthly pest monitoring reports were not available onsite or provided within 2 working days after inspection. Ensure that the records are available or sent to inspector for review.
- 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?
- 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?
- Monthly pest monitoring reports were not available onsite or provided within 2 working days after inspection. Ensure that the records are available or sent to inspector for review.
- 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?
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Monitoring Inspection
1 infraction
- 11. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
- The mechanical dishwasher measured 0ppm for the chlorine sanitizer when tested. Owner indicated that they would switch to manual dishwashing until it is repaired. Ensure that the dishwasher is tested at least once a day and that the sanitizer concentration measured 100ppm.
- 11. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
- Monitoring Inspection
0 infractions
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Monitoring Inspection
2 infractions
- 11. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
- The mechanical dishwasher was not working at the time of inspection. The owner fixed it so that the concentration of chlorine sanitizer was 100ppm.
- 18. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Non-Critical)?
- There was a metal cover that was not properly attached at the wall (near the toilet) in the washroom. This resulted in a hole near the pipe and a loose piece of metal which could cause injury. Ensure that the cover is properly re-attached.
- 11. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
- Demand Inspection
0 infractions
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Monitoring Inspection
1 infraction
- 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 posted Food Handling Permit expired on September 2023. Ensure that a valid permit is posted in clear view of customers.
- 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?
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Monitoring Inspection
1 infraction
- 11. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
- The mechanical dishwasher measured 0ppm when tested with the chlorine sanitizer test strips. Staff understand that an additional sanitizing step is necessary after the dishes and utensils have gone through the mechanical dishwasher. Ensure that the mechanical dishwasher is sanitizing the dishes and utensil properly at all times.
- 11. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?