Earls Kitchen + Bar
9802 Morrison Street Fort McMurray AB T9H 5B8 · Food - General
16 inspections
- 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)?
- Glass washer in the bar area was noted to not be dispensing iodine for sanitizing glassware. Sanitizer concentration was monitored several times using iodine test strips provided by the facility as well as the PHI’s test strips. No iodine was detected at the glassware level.Operator was advised to sanitize all glassware using the restaurant’s glasswasher or dishwasher prior to use until the bar glass washer is repaired and functioning properly.
- 11. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Monitoring Inspection
6 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?
- No pH meter or test strips available to monitor acidity of cooked sushi rice stored at room temperature. There was no written procedure for preparation of sushi rice.Ensure the pH (acidity) of the sushi rice is below 4.6 or keep the rice refrigerated at all times.Obtain pH meter or test strips and use to ensure that this acidity requirement is consistently met. Keep record of testing records and written recipes onsite for review.
- 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
- The cooler section under the prep coolers were not equipped with functional portable thermometers. Install functional thermometers in all coolers and monitor temperature to ensure foods are stored at required temperatures.
- 11. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
- The iodine concentration was noted at zero ppm at dish level after running the glass washer. The bucket of iodine sanitizer was empty. The operator replaced the bucket and fixed the issue. Ensure the dishwasher and glass washers are monitored for sanitizer concentration everyday prior to loading any dishes to ensure equipment is dispensing the required concentration of sanitizer and keep the log of results in the facility to review.
- 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 food handling permit was expired in the facility. Replace the expired food handling permit with a valid 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?
- 1- The ventilation system as stated on the stickers on the hood was overdue for cleaning since July 2025. Owner reported the system has been cleaned already. Investigate and provide the invoice and change the sticker on the ventilation hood.2-Tiles in the walk-in cooler were noted being broken. Seal the tiles broken areas to make area smooth and facilitate cleaning and sanitation.Floor tiles were noted broken in the bar area. Water pooling was noted between the tiles. Fill the gaps and ensure there is no gaps for water pooling.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- The surfaces of 3 compartment sink, hand sink located on the side and stainless walls in the area were noted with build up dirt and debris. Adequately clean the surfaces and maintain in a clean and sanitary condition.
- 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?
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Risk Management Inspection
2 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?
- Floor tiles in the following areas were either missing or in disrepair:- corner besides the mechanical dishwasher- the beer walk-in cooler- in front of the main cook line flat cooktopManagement indicated that they are aware of the issue and are in talks with contractors to get the issue resolved.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- Caulking above the hand sink and adjacent dish sink was worn and moldy. Remove the caulking and replace it.Area around the hand sink was noted being unsanitary. Clean the steel walls around the hand sink and maintain in a clean and sanitary condition.
- 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
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- Floor tiles in the following areas were either missing or in disrepair:- corner besides the mechanical dishwasher- the beer walk-in cooler- in front of the main cook line flat cooktopManagement indicated that they are aware of the issue and are in talks with contractors to get the issue resolved.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- Temperature of the prep cooler top was measured 10-13 degrees Celsius on the left side. It appeared that cooling is not equally distributing inside the cooler. Repair required.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- Caulking above the hand sink and adjacent dish sink was worn and moldy. Remove the caulking and replace it.Area around the hand sink was noted being unsanitary. Clean the steel walls around the hand sink and maintain in a clean and sanitary condition.
- 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
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?
- Floor tiles in the following areas were either missing or in disrepair:- corner besides the mechanical dishwasher- the beer walk-in cooler- in front of the main cook line flat cooktopManagement indicated that they are aware of the issue and are in talks with contractors to get the issue resolved.
- 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?
- Floor tiles in the following areas were either missing or in disrepair:- corner besides the mechanical dishwasher- the beer walk-in cooler- in front of the main cook line flat cooktopManagement indicated that they are aware of the issue and are in talks with contractors to get the issue resolved.
- 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
2 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?
- Food handling permit was expired September 30th, 2024. Staff was advised to make payment ASAP.
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- Floor tiles in the following areas were either missing or in disrepair:- corner besides the mechanical dishwasher- the beer walk-in cooler- in front of the main cook line flat cooktopManagement indicated that they are aware of the issue and are in talks with contractors to get the issue resolved.
- 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
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?
- Floor tiles in the following areas were either missing or in disrepair:- corner besides the mechanical dishwasher- the beer walk-in cooler- in front of the main cook line flat cooktopManagement indicated that they are aware of the issue and are in talks with contractors to get the issue resolved.
- 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
- 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 is a small gap in the corner of the back receiving door large enough for pests to enter the facility. Ensure that the gap is removed so that pest infiltration is minimized.
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- Floor tiles in the following areas were either missing or in disrepair:- corner besides the mechanical dishwasher- the beer walk-in cooler- in front of the main cook line flat cooktopManagement indicated that they are aware of the issue and are in talks with contractors to get the issue resolved.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- The ice machine filters had a build up of food debris. Ensure that the filters are cleaned on a regular basis so that build up is minimized.
- 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
2 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?
- Floor tiles in the prep line area and drinks walk-in cooler were broken.Repair or replace floor tiles.
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- Dust particles accumulated on the walls and ceiling surfaces above the food preparation and server sections in the kitchen area.Remove dust particles and clean the walls and ceiling surfaces in the above-mentioned areas.
- 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
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- Boxes of packaged foods were stored on the floor of the walk-in freezer.Store foods at least 6 inches off the floor.
- 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
- The following high-risk foods were stored at the line prep cooler at above 4C temperature and were discarded during inspection:- Alfredo and truffle dressing measured at 12C.- Garlic mayonnaise measured at 10C.Store perishable foods away from the temperature danger zone (4C to 60C). Repair line prep cooler to ensure food temperatures are maintained at 4C or below.
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- Floor tiles in the prep line area and drinks walk-in cooler were broken.Repair or replace floor tiles.
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- Demand Inspection
0 infractions
- Demand Inspection
0 infractions