Joey Bell Tower
10310 101 Street NW Edmonton AB T5J 3R6 · Food - General
11 inspections
- Demand Inspection
6 infractions
- 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
- The sanitizer in the bucket on the cookline was measured at inadequate concentration. Sanitizer was replaced during inspection.
- 05. Do food handlers refrain from handling food while ill and have acceptable attire and hygiene?
- Food handler was observed going back to food handling without washing hands between tasks.Ensure handwashing is completed at required times. A copy of the handwashing poster will be provided.
- 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?
- Records of pH of the Sushi was not observed. Ensure pH of rice is monitored and recorded every time a fresh batch is prepared.
- 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
- - Fish and frozen chicken were observed been thawed at room temperature.Food was moved into the cooler during inspection.Ensure food is thawed safely either by;1. Thawing overnight in the bottom shelf of the refrigerator/cooler2. Under cold running water3. In a microwave and cook immediately
- 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?
- Pest control records were not observed, and the back door had a gap beneath it.Ensure pest records are provided and available for review and, weatherstripping is completed on the backdoor.
- 20. Do food handlers at the facility have adequate food safety training?
- Food safety certifications for food handlers were not available for review. Ensure up to date Alberta Approved food safety certification is completed by food handlers and a staff with certification is available onsite when you have 6 or more food handlers in site.
- 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Risk Management Inspection
1 infraction
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- November 4, 2025;- Dishwasher was in use for glassware, external gauge was operational. Maximum temperature attained at dish level was 45C using both the inspector's and facility's probe thermometer.Ensure glassware are run through the kitchen dishwasher to complete the sanitizing cycle. Glasswasher should not be used for sanitizing until 71C can be attained at dish level (internally).----------------------------------------------------------The high temperature glasswasher was not reaching 71C at dish level nor 82C/180F on the external gauge. The external gauge was showing "E". Glassware should be washed in any of the kitchen dishwashers until glasswasher is repaired.Ensure glasswasher can sanitize dishes at minimum temperature of 71C internally and show 82C/180F on the external gauge.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- Monitoring Inspection
1 infraction
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- The high temperature glasswasher was not reaching 71C at dish level nor 82C/180F on the external gauge. The external gauge was showing "E". Glassware should be washed in any of the kitchen dishwashers until glasswasher is repaired.Ensure glasswasher can sanitize dishes at minimum temperature of 71C internally and show 82C/180F on the external gauge.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- Demand Inspection
1 infraction
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- A cooler door at the salad station does not close properly.Contact a technician to fix/service the defective cooler door.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- Monitoring Inspection
2 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?
- Rolls of Sushi with salmon are being held at room temperature without Time as Public Health Control Approval from AHS.All sushi with salmon must be stored at 4C (40F) or colder, unless TPHC has been granted by AHS.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- A cooler door at the salad station does not close properly.Contact a technician to fix/service the defective cooler door.
- 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
2 infractions
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- Two cooler compartments at the lounge are not in proper working order. Do not use these coolers to store high risk foods until it has been fixed.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- The safety strap buckle on the diaper change table in the men's washroom is broken/disrepair. Replace or repair the broken safety strap buckle on the diaper change table in the men's washroom.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- Demand Inspection
3 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 food handling permit invoice has not been paid.Operator was instructed to make payment online and email proof of payment to EPH.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- Two cooler compartments at the lounge are not in proper working order. Do not use these coolers to store high risk foods until it has been fixed.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- The safety strap buckle on the diaper change table in the men's washroom is broken/disrepair. Replace or repair the broken safety strap buckle on the diaper change table in the men's washroom.
- 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?
- Demand Inspection
2 infractions
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- Two cooler compartments at the lounge are not in proper working order. Do not use these coolers to store high risk foods until it has been fixed.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- The safety strap buckle on the diaper change table in the men's washroom is broken/disrepair. Replace or repair the broken safety strap buckle on the diaper change table in the men's washroom.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- Risk Management Inspection
2 infractions
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- Two cooler compartments at the lounge are not in proper working order. Do not use these coolers to store high risk foods until it has been fixed.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- The safety strap buckle on the diaper change table in the men's washroom is broken/disrepair. Replace or repair the broken safety strap buckle on the diaper change table in the men's washroom.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- Monitoring Inspection
4 infractions
- 18. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Non-Critical)?
- Multiple broken and dirty dishwashing racks are being used to clean dishware.Replace all old and broken dishwashing racks in the dishwashing area.
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- Water leak was noted on plumbing fixtures underneath the dishwashing sink and the ice compartment sink at the bar.Repair all plumbing issues at the dishwashing sink and ice compartment sink.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- The temperature of 2 cooler compartments at the lounge were measured at 10C & 14C. Do not use these coolers to store high risk foods until it has been fixed.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- The safety strap buckle on the diaper change table in the men's washroom is broken/disrepair. Replace or repair the broken safety strap buckle on the diaper change table in the men's washroom.
- 18. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Non-Critical)?