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Golden Sparrow

10704 124 Street NW Edmonton AB T5M 0H1 · Food - General

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Inspection summary

Golden Sparrow has been inspected 7 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since November 19, 2024. The most recent inspection, on May 12, 2026, recorded 4 infractions.

4 of 7 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 3 inspections with 12 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Cleaning and sanitizing and Pests.

Recent inspections have recorded more infractions than earlier ones, so it is worth reading the latest reports closely.

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.

  • 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 2 times on April 17, 2026. For example: Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?

  • 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 May 12, 2026. For example: Is the facility free of unapproved animals, vermin and/or insects (unless noted elsewhere), and maintained to prevent the entry or harbourage of pests?

  • 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 May 12, 2026. For example: Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?

  • 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 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on April 30, 2026. For example: 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 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 May 12, 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?

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.

7 inspections

  1. Demand Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
      • No soap was available at the hand sink at the bar. Ensure all handwashing sinks are equipped with soap and paper towels at all times.
    • 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?
      • Weatherstripping on the back doors was missing or damaged. Please repair or install new weatherstripping to seal gaps and help prevent pest entry.Recent pest control records indicate pest activity. No pest activity was observed during the inspection. The facility remains diligent with cleaning.**Please keep pest control records onsite for review.
    • 18. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Non-Critical)?
      • Outstanding - Handwashing sinks were equipped with paper towels, except the hand sink at the bar. Please restock paper towels.
    • 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
      • The facility was generally well maintained. However, the following require attention: Outstanding - High touch surfaces of equipment (cooler and freezer handles/exterior).Outstanding - Interior bottom of the stand freezer.Please clean and maintain in a sanitary condition.
  2. Risk Management Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 18. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Non-Critical)?
      • Handwashing sinks were equipped with paper towels, except the hand sink at the bar. Please restock paper towels.
    • 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 not displayed. Please display the food handling permit.
    • 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
      • 1. The facility was generally well maintained. However, the following require attention: - High touch surfaces of equipment (cooler and freezer handles/exterior)- Interior bottom of the stand freezer
  3. Monitoring Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
      • A visibly soiled cleaning cloth was stored on a countertop. Please keep used cleaning cloths soaked in a sanitizer solution when not in active use. The cloths were taken for cleaning.
    • 12. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • QUAT sanitizer test strips could not be located during the inspection. Please obtain QUAT strips. Use QUAT test strips to verify sanitizer concentration. Maintain QUAT sanitizer solutions at 200 ppm.
    • 18. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Non-Critical)?
      • Handwashing sinks were equipped with paper towels, except the hand sink at the bar. Please restock paper towels.
    • 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 not displayed. Please display the food handling permit.
    • 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
      • 1. The facility was generally well maintained. However, the following require attention: - High touch surfaces of equipment (cooler and freezer handles/exterior)- Interior bottom of the stand freezer2. One basket was found with a loose metal wire not attached to frame posing a risk for physical contamination of food.Please cut off wires, wrap loose ones around wires beside, or obtain a new basket.
  4. Demand Inspection

    0 infractions

  5. Initial Inspection

    0 infractions

  6. Demand Inspection

    0 infractions

  7. Demand Inspection

    0 infractions

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