Liu Yi Shou Hot Pot
168 - 9700 105 Avenue NW Edmonton AB T5H 4J1 · Food - General
5 inspections
- Risk Management Inspection
1 infraction
- 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?
- Nov 28, 2025Noticeably less cockroach activity was observed from the two previous inspections. Nov 14, 2025-Live cockroach activity was found on the stations I checked.Reviewed the October 28th & Nov 7th pest control reports. Noted there was a significant increase in activity and all bait stations had cockroaches. Baiting and spraying occurred. The company is now providing weekly service from the previous bi-weekly.A live cockroach was observed in the kitchen. Multiple dead ones found in the dishwashing area.Continue to work with your pest control operator and follow their recommendations.
- 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?
- Risk Management Inspection
1 infraction
- 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?
- Nov 14, 2025-Live cockroach activity was found on the stations I checked.Reviewed the October 28th & Nov 7th pest control reports. Noted there was a significant increase in activity and all bait stations had cockroaches. Baiting and spraying occurred. The company is now providing weekly service from the previous bi-weekly.A live cockroach was observed in the kitchen. Multiple dead ones found in the dishwashing area.Continue to work with your pest control operator and follow their recommendations.
- 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?
- Monitoring Inspection
4 infractions
- 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
- Sanitizing solution chlorine was greater than 200ppm. Ensure that the solution is at 100ppm so that it is a non-rinse sanitzing solution.
- 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?
- A live cockroach was observed in the kitchen. Multiple dead ones found in the dishwashing area.Continue to work with your pest control operator and follow their recommendations.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- The dishwashing was completely disorganized with many dishes and utensils waiting to be washed. Manager indicated that they are left there for staff who be working later in the day. By leaving soiled utenstils out for an extended period of time you are allowing bacteria present to multiple to greater numbers and increasing the chance they survive the dishwashing process.Wash dishware in timely manner.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- The dishwashing was completely disorganized with many dishes and utensils waiting to be washed. Manager indicated that they are left there for staff who be working later in the day.
- 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Monitoring Inspection
6 infractions
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- 2024-12-09Meat in the small chest freezer across from the dishwashing area was stored in the freezer uncovered. ACTION REQUIRED: cover all foods when in storage. Clean the interior of the chest freezer to remove all food debris._______________________2023-03-291) A variety of sauces and herbs were available for self-service in the dining area of the restaurant without any manner to protect food from contamination. The operator was told that they need a sneezeguard to protect the foods in the self-service area from direct contamination. Install a sneezeguard or another device that can protect customer handled foods.
- 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
- Prep table cooler in the small prep hallway (East side/on the left) was not maintaining satisfactory temperature. Ambient temperature (IR gun) was 7-9C. Internal temperature (probe thermometer) of foods was measured at 7C. The prep table cooler temperature gauge stated the temperature between 1-4C. ACTION REQUIRED: Monitor the temperature closely with a calibrated probe thermometer. Clean the cooler vents & reduce number of containers in the cooler to ensure proper airflow. Service if necessary.
- 11. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
- The mechanical dishwasher reached a max of 68C following a cycle (measured using two min/max probe thermometers). PHI ran the cycle multiple times (>5) and allowed the machine to preheat >15 min. ACTION REQUIRED: continue to monitor max temperature reached during the rinse cycle - must reach a minimum of 71C at the plate/82C at the manifold (external temperature gauge). Service if necessary.
- 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
- The staff washroom hand sink was blocked with bags of empty bottles. ACTION REQUIRED: ensure all hand wash stations are always easily accessible & stocked with soap and paper towel.
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- 2024-11-09The walk-in freezer light was not equipped with a protective cover. ACTION REQUIRED: install a protective cover.___________________2023-04-051) Ceiling tiles in the back hall were missing. The operator mentioned that they had become wet from a water leak and needed to be removed. Replace ceiling tiles to prevent contamination of food.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- Sanitation concerns noted in the following areas:-Build-up of dirt & general filth along baseboards and the corner of floors, particularly in the back hallway, staff washroom, & in the dishwashing area-Clutter & poor organization in some of the drawers/storage areas of the front service counterACTION REQUIRED: deep clean of the above noted areas.
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?