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Lina's Italian Market

2202 Centre Street NE Calgary AB T2E 2T5 · Food - General

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Inspection summary

Lina's Italian Market has been inspected 5 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since August 21, 2024. The most recent inspection, on October 14, 2026, recorded 2 infractions.

None of the 5 inspections on record were free of infractions. In the past 12 months there were 3 inspections with 11 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Pests and Food temperature control.

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 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on October 5, 2026. For example: Is the facility free of a pest infestation?

  • 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 August 21, 2024. 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 October 14, 2026. For example: Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?

  • 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 6 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on November 14, 2025. For example: Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?

  • 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 October 5, 2026. For example: Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?

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.

5 inspections

  1. Risk Management Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • *Outstanding violation - noted on October 5, 2026*A build of food debris and dirt observed on the walk-in freezer flooring. Please clean and always maintain in a clean and sanitary condition.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • There was an accumulation of food debris in the following areas: - Underneath the shelving units in the back storage areas - Underneath and behind the oven in the bakery areaThe facility must be maintained in a clean and sanitary manner to prevent the attraction of pests. Thoroughly clean the indicated areas and ensure hard-to-reach areas are cleaned on a regular basis.
  2. Monitoring Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 15. Is the facility free of a pest infestation?
      • 1. Two live mice were found in the electrical room. 2. A mouse nest was found in the electrical room.3. There were three dead mice found in the following areas: - Near area where the single-use customer takeout containers were stored - In the electrical room - Near the staff break room 4. There were mouse droppings throughout shelves and floors of the electrical room. 5. There were mouse droppings underneath and, on the shelves, where the single-use customer containers were stored. 6. There were mouse droppings on the shelf where the dry ingredients were stored. The facility must be maintained in a manner that prevents an infestation. Consult with the hired pest control company to assess entry points and areas where pest may harbor. Conduct weekly assessments with the hired pest control company to abate the mice infestation. Ensure all food is stored at least six inches above the floor. Store food in pest proof containers and conduct regular cleaning. Assess the integrity of food packages and discard if they have been compromised/contaminated by mice/pest.
    • 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
      • *Outstanding violation - noted on October 5, 2026*The exterior surfaces of the bulk bins were dirty and require cleaning. Please clean and always maintain in a clean and sanitary condition
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • There was an accumulation of food debris in the following areas: - Underneath the shelving units in the back storage areas - Underneath and behind the oven in the bakery areaThe facility must be maintained in a clean and sanitary manner to prevent the attraction of pests. Thoroughly clean the indicated areas and ensure hard-to-reach areas are cleaned on a regular basis.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • *Outstanding violation - noted on October 5, 2026*A build of food debris and dirt observed on the walk-in freezer flooring. Please clean and always maintain in a clean and sanitary condition.
  3. Demand Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • Ice scoop stored directly on surfaces of the ice maker. Store ice scoop in a container or any other sanitary manner to prevent contamination.
    • 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
      • The hand sink in the pizza station was obstructed.Do not store the cart in front of the handwashing sink. All designated hand sinks must be easily accessible for hand washing 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?
      • There was a gap alongside the bottom of the back exit door. Seal the gap/install weatherstripping to prevent the entry of pests into the facility.
    • 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
      • 1) High touched surfaces such as equipment door handles had a buildup of dried food residue in several areas such as bakery walk-in cooler, upright freezer in the back, pizza preparation cooler. Please clean and always maintain in a clean and sanitary condition.2) The exterior surfaces of the bulk bins were dirty and require cleaning. Please clean and always maintain in a clean and sanitary condition
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • 1) A build up of food debris was observed in the hard-to-reach areas of the facility including but not limited to flour storage shelves, along the wall floor joint in the back, behind the cooking equipment in the front.2) A build of food debris and dirt observed on the walk-in freezer flooring. Please clean and always maintain in a clean and sanitary condition.
  4. Demand Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • Ice scoop stored directly on surfaces of the ice maker. Store ice scoop in a container or any other sanitary manner to prevent contamination.
    • 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
      • The hand sink in the pizza station was obstructed.Do not store the cart in front of the handwashing sink. All designated hand sinks must be easily accessible for hand washing 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?
      • There was a gap alongside the bottom of the back exit door. Seal the gap/install weatherstripping to prevent the entry of pests into the facility.
    • 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
      • 1) High touched surfaces such as equipment door handles had a buildup of dried food residue in several areas such as bakery walk-in cooler, upright freezer in the back, pizza preparation cooler. Please clean and always maintain in a clean and sanitary condition.2) The exterior surfaces of the bulk bins were dirty and require cleaning. Please clean and always maintain in a clean and sanitary condition
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • 1) A build up of food debris was observed in the hard-to-reach areas of the facility including but not limited to flour storage shelves, along the wall floor joint in the back, behind the cooking equipment in the front.2) A build of food debris and dirt observed on the walk-in freezer flooring. Please clean and always maintain in a clean and sanitary condition.
  5. Monitoring Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • Tongs were stored above and hanging into a trash bin.Operator removed tongs to be washed. Please ensure that all serving utensils are stored in a manner that prevents contamination.
    • 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
      • 1. Cooked pasta was stored at room temperature.Staff placed the pasta into the cooler.2. Food that was stored in an ice bath was not fully submerged in ice, The temperature of the food items was 10-12C.Staff added ice to the ice bath. Ensure that all high-risk foods are maintained at below 4C or above 60C at all times.
    • 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
      • The hand sink in the deli was obstructed.All designated hand sinks must be easily accessible for hand washing at all times.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • There was food debris and dirt accumulated on the floors of the walk-in coolers.Thoroughly clean these floors.

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