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Khao San Thai Kitchen

1314 17 Avenue SW Calgary AB T2T 0C3 · Food - General

Inspection summary

Khao San Thai Kitchen has been inspected 2 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since February 26, 2026. The most recent inspection, on March 13, 2026, found no infractions.

1 of 2 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 2 inspections with 9 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Chemicals and toxic substances, Food temperature control and Cleaning and sanitizing.

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.

  • Chemicals and toxic substancesHigher risk

    Cleaning products, sanitizers and pesticides must be labelled and stored away from food and food-contact surfaces. Inspectors flag chemicals that could end up in food, as well as pest treatments applied without proper supervision.

    Recorded once on February 26, 2026. For example: Are chemicals stored and handled in a safe manner?

  • 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 26, 2026. For example: Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?

  • 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 February 26, 2026. For example: Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?

  • 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 3 times on February 26, 2026. For example: Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?

  • 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 2 times on February 26, 2026. For example: Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?

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.

2 inspections

  1. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. Monitoring Inspection

    9 infractions

    • 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • 1) Bag of Roger's sugar and bag of carrots were stored directly on the floor. Cutting board and baking trays were stored directly on the floor in the basement.Store all foods and food items at least 6 inches off the floor.2) Newspaper and cardboard were used to line the tray that was used to store vegetables. in the walk-in cooler.Remove all uncleanable materials from the walk-in cooler. 3) Styrofoam container was covered with stains was used to store food. Do not reuse containers for food storage if they can't be cleaned and sanitized.4) Personal items such as purse and phone cords were stored with food items at the bar. Provide a separate space for personal items storage.
    • 09. Are chemicals stored and handled in a safe manner?
      • Chlorine in the spray bottles were measured greater than 1000ppm. It bleached out the test strips. Use 100ppm chlorine (1/2 teaspoon bleach per L water) and verify with test strips.
    • 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
      • 1) Containers of bean sprouts and deep-fried tofu were placed on top of ice. Bean sprouts were measured at 6.0 to 12.6 degrees C on top and deep-fried tofu were measured at 6.2 to 13.8 degrees C. on top. Bean sprouts and deep-fried tofu was placed back into cooler. 2) Container of garlic in oil was stored at room temperature without temperature control. Garlic mixture was measured at 24. 2 degrees C. Discarded the garlic mixture. 1 to 2) Store all cold perishable foods at 4.0 degrees C or less.
    • 11. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
      • Cutting boards and other items were washed in the basement handwash sink.All dishes must be washed and sanitized in the dishwasher or two-compartment sink.
    • 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
      • 1) Cloth towels were hanging on the bar drawer handle were used to dry hands.Remove cloth towels and use paper towels to dry hands. 2) Water was added to the soap at the basement handwash sink. The liquid doesn't form suds. No paper towels at the basement handwash sink.Provide a new soap and paper towels for handwashing.
    • 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) Basement food preparation table was underneath a waste pipe. Provide a cover or relocate the preparation table. 2) Basement ceiling tiles were missing by the dry storage shelves and water damaged noted by dry storage shelves also. Fix the ceiling.3) Basement floor was exposing bare concrete. Reseal the basement concrete floor.4) Hole with insulation above the Coke cooler and wok was not covered. Fix the hole.5) No air gap between the drink ice well and waste pipe at the bar. Provide an air gap or store drink ice in a bucket.
    • 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
      • Equipment sanitation issues noted during inspection:1) Grease, dust and food debris build-up on the Coke cooler next to the stove.2) Grease, food debris, and dust build-up on and inside the deep fryer.3) Wok water line was leaking; a bus pan was placed underneath the catch the water. 4) Grease and dust build-up on oil storage container.5) Grease build-up on the prep cooler doors. 6) Black stains build-up on the dish racks. 7) Duct tape was used to hold the rice cooker cord on the side and on the coffee dial.8) Gray stains on the white walk-in cooler door, slight dust around the fan area and mold noted on the beer lines.9) Stains build-up on the basement deep and stand-up freezers. 10) Deep grooves and stains on the small cutting board at the bar.1 to 10) Clean/Replace equipment.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • Sanitation issues were noted throughout the facility:1) Large amount of food and grease build-up underneath the deep fryers and stove. 2) Grease and char build-up on the mainline kitchen equipment. 3) Dust build-up on the kitchen vents. 4) Dried sauces build-up on the dry storage room shelves. 5) Kitchen shelves were covered with aluminum foil and plastic shelf liners. Food debris build-up underneath the shelf liners. Remove all covers on the kitchen shelves and clean them once a week.6) Grime and grease build-up on the floor. 7) Cloth cushion on the stool was torn and cushion on the large chair by the basement preparation table was covered with stains. 8) Grease build-up on the walls and grease and dust build-up on the pipes and wires.9) Black stains and debris build-up on the basement floor.Clean the entire kitchen and basement preparation area.Previous Report:Cleaning in hard-to-reach areas and under equipment is needed.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • 1) No cleaning schedule available. Provide a cleaning schedule and ensure it is followed. 2) Coolers and freezers temperatures, food surface sanitizer and dishwashers were not checked daily. Check and record coolers and freezers temperatures, food surface sanitizer and dishwashers daily.

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