Fairmont Banff Springs - Rundle Lounge
405 Spray Avenue Banff AB T1L 1J4 · Food - General
Inspection summary
Fairmont Banff Springs - Rundle Lounge has been inspected 4 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since February 15, 2024. The most recent inspection, on September 15, 2026, recorded 1 infraction.
None of the 4 inspections on record were free of infractions. In the past 12 months there were 2 inspections with 3 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Pests, Cleaning and sanitizing and 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.
PestsHigher risk
Signs of mice, rats, cockroaches or flies, or gaps and clutter that let them get in or hide. Pests carry bacteria and can contaminate food and surfaces, so evidence of activity is treated seriously and usually triggers a follow-up visit.
Recorded once on September 15, 2026. For example:
Is the facility free of a pest infestation?
Cleaning and sanitizingHigher risk
Anything that touches food, such as cutting boards, dishes and utensils, must be washed, rinsed and sanitized. Inspectors check dishwasher temperatures, sanitizer strength and how wiping cloths are stored. Poor sanitizing lets bacteria survive from one use to the next.
Recorded once on January 9, 2026. For example:
Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
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 once on January 9, 2026. For example:
Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
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 3 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on February 6, 2025. For example:
Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
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 February 15, 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.
4 inspections
- Demand Inspection
1 infraction
- 15. Is the facility free of a pest infestation?
- Private function room: droppings noted in corner at entrance to room. Mouse noted in snap trap under bench at tables on far side of room. Debris (paper products and dust) noted under bench. Thoroughly clean this area at least daily. Remove any mice that are caught and re-assess pest control actions.
- 15. Is the facility free of a pest infestation?
- Monitoring Inspection
2 infractions
- 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
- KITCHEN: Rice scoop stored in standing water. Store scoop in water with ice (below 4C), surface sanitizer, or replace scoop and container with water at timed/documented intervals.BAR: A number of utensils used for making drinks were stored in water well. Ensure tap is on if storing utensils in water to prevent bacterial growth in water (similar to ice cream scoop). Water can be running very minimally.
- 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
- BAR: Cut cucumber is considered a perishable item; store below 4C (ice or refrigerator).
- 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
- Monitoring Inspection
1 infraction
- 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
- Rundle bar reports using single use cloth towels for handwashing (no paper towel at hand sink). If using cloth towels, ensure there are enough at sink for single use and appropriate laundry bin provided. Alternatively, provide paper towel in dispenser or container. Additional cloth towels provided during inspection.
- 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
- Monitoring Inspection
3 infractions
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- Popcorn is kept in open tray at entrance to kitchen (for service to tables). To avoid contamination cover or put sneeze guard over top open food such as popcorn.
- 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
- Hand sink by back dishwasher area is not working. Ensure hand sink is functioning so dishwashers have immediate access to handwashing. *Feb.15/24; Water is working at this sink but it is set-up to be a eye wash station (staff would need to turn on/off water below sink). Hand sinks are required to be in close proximity to dishwashing facilities (not adequate to take on/off gloves). Ensure sink is accessible to dishwashers.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- A small amount of debris was noted around downstairs bar dishwasher. Ensure this area is thoroughly cleaned as often as needed.
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
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