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Kabul Lounge

Main Floor - 846 5 Avenue SW Calgary AB T2P 0N5 · Food - General

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Inspection summary

Kabul Lounge has been inspected 8 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since October 25, 2023. The most recent inspection, on February 21, 2026, recorded 7 infractions.

None of the 8 inspections on record were free of infractions. In the past 12 months there was 1 inspection with 7 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Pests, Cleaning and sanitizing and Protecting food from contamination.

Recent inspections have recorded fewer infractions than earlier ones, so the record is improving.

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 5 times across 5 separate inspections, most recently on January 22, 2024. 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 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on February 21, 2026. For example: Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?

  • Protecting food from contaminationHigher risk

    This covers how food is stored, prepared and displayed: raw meat kept away from ready-to-eat food, food covered and stored off the floor, and nothing dripping or splashing into it. Cross-contamination from raw to cooked food is a direct route for salmonella and E. coli.

    Recorded once on February 21, 2026. For example: Is all food in this facility fit for human consumption and not unwholesome, spoiled, or adulterated?

  • 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 February 21, 2026. For example: Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?

  • 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 7 times across 5 separate inspections, most recently on February 21, 2026. 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.

8 inspections

  1. Monitoring Inspection

    7 infractions

    • 03. Is all food in this facility fit for human consumption and not unwholesome, spoiled, or adulterated?
      • Various vegetables observed in the walk-in-cooler observed to be rotten, molded or unfit for human consumption.Box of lettuce was discarded.
    • 07. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
      • Kabobs observed to be wrapped in black garbage bags that are not food grade. Do not store food in non-food grade packaging or containers.
    • 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
      • Display Cooler holding the dessert items observed to be at 9-11 degrees C. Ensure the display cooler can maintain temperatures at 4 degrees C or less.
    • 12. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • Staff could not locate sanitizer test strips. Ensure that sanitizing solutions are properly tested for strength.
    • 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
      • 1.The hand sink in the cook line was not operational. 2. The hand sink in the back of house, was clogged and was not able to drain. Both handwashing sinks were not stocked with soap or paper towel. Please repair both hand sinks, and stock with soap and paper towel from a dispenser.
    • 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
      • Various wooden shelving, drawer/shelving doors, equipment are broken throughout the facility. The ice machine is not in operational and leaking, please repair.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • The back of house and cook line requires a deep clean, lids of containers, food contact surfaces, hard to reach areas, door handles require cleaning and sanitizing. The shisha area also required a deep clean. Remove all articles not associated with the day-to-day operation of the facility.
  2. Monitoring 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)?
      • Staff could not locate sanitizer test strips. Ensure that sanitizing solutions are properly tested for strength.
  3. Demand Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 15. Is the facility free of a pest infestation?
      • A dead mouse was found underneath the sofa in the dining room area. Mouse droppings found in various locations in the facility, including the floors underneath the shelving units, the shelving unit containing kitchen equipment such as pans and pots, on the meat slicer equipment, and the shelving unit containing unopened and opened sacks of rice.**REMOVE DEAD MOUSE. CLEAN THE MOUSE DROPPINGS.**MORE WORK REQUIRED (2023-12-29). Extensive cleaning operation was conducted, including the removal of the dead mouse and all mouse droppings, as well as the dust and dirt previously noted. Some mouse droppings were still noted only in hard-to-reach areas, such as behind and below the walk-in cooler. All other aforementioned areas were cleaned. A professional pest control company is contracted to monitor and assess the facility for pest activity, and provide treatment, if necessary. Follow-up required.January 11th, 2024: Pest control reports had been received, and all droppings had been removed. Please continue with the pest control program to abate the pest issue. As well please continue to email the undersigned PHI copies of the pest control reports. January 22nd, 2024: Mouse droppings were noted in the bathroom under the sink int he cupboard. Please safely clean the droppings and sanitize the area. Please continue with the weekly pest control program.
  4. Risk Management Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 15. Is the facility free of a pest infestation?
      • A dead mouse was found underneath the sofa in the dining room area. Mouse droppings found in various locations in the facility, including the floors underneath the shelving units, the shelving unit containing kitchen equipment such as pans and pots, on the meat slicer equipment, and the shelving unit containing unopened and opened sacks of rice.**REMOVE DEAD MOUSE. CLEAN THE MOUSE DROPPINGS.**MORE WORK REQUIRED (2023-12-29). Extensive cleaning operation was conducted, including the removal of the dead mouse and all mouse droppings, as well as the dust and dirt previously noted. Some mouse droppings were still noted only in hard-to-reach areas, such as behind and below the walk-in cooler. All other aforementioned areas were cleaned. A professional pest control company is contracted to monitor and assess the facility for pest activity, and provide treatment, if necessary. Follow-up required.January 11th, 2024: Pest control reports had been received, and all droppings had been removed. Please continue with the pest control program to abate the pest issue. As well please continue to email the undersigned PHI copies of the pest control reports.
  5. Risk Management Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 15. Is the facility free of a pest infestation?
      • A dead mouse was found underneath the sofa in the dining room area. Mouse droppings found in various locations in the facility, including the floors underneath the shelving units, the shelving unit containing kitchen equipment such as pans and pots, on the meat slicer equipment, and the shelving unit containing unopened and opened sacks of rice.**REMOVE DEAD MOUSE. CLEAN THE MOUSE DROPPINGS.**MORE WORK REQUIRED (2023-12-29). Extensive cleaning operation was conducted, including the removal of the dead mouse and all mouse droppings, as well as the dust and dirt previously noted. Some mouse droppings were still noted only in hard-to-reach areas, such as behind and below the walk-in cooler. All other aforementioned areas were cleaned. A professional pest control company is contracted to monitor and assess the facility for pest activity, and provide treatment, if necessary. Follow-up required.
    • 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 facilities food handling permit was not posted. Please print and post a copy of your valid food handling permit in a location that is visible to the public. **OUTSTANDING (2023-12-29). The Food Handling Permit was not displayed. To ensure that the facility is operating with a valid permit at all times, please ensure to have a valid permit displayed in a conspicuous location in the facility easily seen by the patrons/customers. If a Food Handling Permit is needed, please contact [email protected] immediately to obtain one.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • A build-up of food debris, grime, and grease were observed in the following areas:- The floors and walls behind and under the cook lines both in the front and back kitchens.- The floors underneath the shelving units in the kitchen.- The shelving units in the kitchen containing equipment, including pans and pots.- The floors behind the shelving units and refrigeration units.Please clean these areas and follow a cleaning schedule.NOTE: This is an outstanding violation.**MORE WORK REQUIRED (2023-12-29). Obvious signs that the facility underwent a deep general cleaning was noted. The walls and floors of the kitchen area and the dining room were cleaned, except the floor below the walk-in cooler. The operator is to move the cooler out to allow the cleaning of the floor underneath.
  6. Risk Management Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 15. Is the facility free of a pest infestation?
      • A dead mouse was found underneath the sofa in the dining room area. Mouse droppings found in various locations in the facility, including the floors underneath the shelving units, the shelving unit containing kitchen equipment such as pans and pots, on the meat slicer equipment, and the shelving unit containing unopened and opened sacks of rice.**REMOVE DEAD MOUSE. CLEAN THE MOUSE DROPPINGS.**MORE WORK REQUIRED (2023-12-29). Extensive cleaning operation was conducted, including the removal of the dead mouse and all mouse droppings, as well as the dust and dirt previously noted. Some mouse droppings were still noted only in hard-to-reach areas, such as behind and below the walk-in cooler. All other aforementioned areas were cleaned. A professional pest control company is contracted to monitor and assess the facility for pest activity, and provide treatment, if necessary. Follow-up required.
    • 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 facilities food handling permit was not posted. Please print and post a copy of your valid food handling permit in a location that is visible to the public. **OUTSTANDING (2023-12-29). The Food Handling Permit was not displayed. To ensure that the facility is operating with a valid permit at all times, please ensure to have a valid permit displayed in a conspicuous location in the facility easily seen by the patrons/customers. If a Food Handling Permit is needed, please contact [email protected] immediately to obtain one.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • A build-up of food debris, grime, and grease were observed in the following areas:- The floors and walls behind and under the cook lines both in the front and back kitchens.- The floors underneath the shelving units in the kitchen.- The shelving units in the kitchen containing equipment, including pans and pots.- The floors behind the shelving units and refrigeration units.Please clean these areas and follow a cleaning schedule.NOTE: This is an outstanding violation.**MORE WORK REQUIRED (2023-12-29). Obvious signs that the facility underwent a deep general cleaning was noted. The walls and floors of the kitchen area and the dining room were cleaned, except the floor below the walk-in cooler. The operator is to move the cooler out to allow the cleaning of the floor underneath.
  7. Demand Inspection

    8 infractions

    • 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • Uncooked rice was being stored on its original packaging, being in sacks, after opening. Please ensure to transfer opened uncooked rice into a sealed food-grade container that is smooth, easily cleanable, and impervious to moisture.
    • 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • Personal belongings, including a jacket and eyeglasses, were being stored with kitchen equipment, including pans and pots. Store all personal belongings away from kitchen equipment.
    • 15. Is the facility free of a pest infestation?
      • A dead mouse was found underneath the sofa in the dining room area. Mouse droppings found in various locations in the facility, including the floors underneath the shelving units, the shelving unit containing kitchen equipment such as pans and pots, on the meat slicer equipment, and the shelving unit containing unopened and opened sacks of rice.**REMOVE DEAD MOUSE. CLEAN THE MOUSE DROPPINGS.
    • 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 facilities food handling permit was not posted. Please print and post a copy of your valid food handling permit in a location that is visible to the public.
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • Ceiling panels were missing in the washroom. Please re-install the ceiling panels.
    • 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
      • A kitchen equipment, being a meat slicer, was dirty, dusty, and had accumulation of food stains, as well as mouse droppings all over the equipment.**CLEAN AND SANITIZER ALL KITCHEN EQUIPMENT.
    • 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
      • Scoops for dry product were stored inside the bins with the scoops covered in product. All scoops should be stored away from the food product or in a separate food-safe container to prevent the risk of contamination of the bulk ingredients. The scoops were removed.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • A build-up of food debris, grime, and grease were observed in the following areas:- The floors and walls behind and under the cook lines both in the front and back kitchens.- The floors underneath the shelving units in the kitchen.- The shelving units in the kitchen containing equipment, including pans and pots.- The floors behind the shelving units and refrigeration units.Please clean these areas and follow a cleaning schedule.NOTE: This is an outstanding violation.
  8. Risk Management 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 facilities food handling permit was not posted. Please print and post a copy of your valid food handling permit in a location that is visible to the public.
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • Ceiling panels were missing in the washroom. Please re-install the ceiling panels.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • (ongoing violation) A build-up of food debris, grime, and grease were observed in the following areas:- The floors and walls behind and under the cook lines both in the front and back kitchens Please clean these areas and follow a cleaning schedule.

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