Montana's BBQ & Bar 3017
1720 99 Street NW Edmonton AB T6N 1M5 · Food - General
7 inspections
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Demand Inspection
10 infractions
- 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
- ** - handwashing sink in the back kitchen was not functional. All plumbing must be in good working condition at all times. Staff must be within 10 feet of a working handwashing sink while conducting food preparation.
- 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?
- ** - mouse droppings and urine were identified in the back area by staff washrooms, and in several areas of the bar. Please clean and disinfect.** - some mouse holes were identified - please close up the mouse holes permanently.
- 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 in the front customer entrance expired in 2025. Please post a current and valid Food Handling Permit in public view
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- ** - handwashing sink near the dishwashing area was leaking water at the tap. Please repair** - water was leaking under the sink (south service area) inside of the cabinet. Please repair and clean the cupboard
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- ** - canopy ventilation in the kitchen was not functioning properly - PHI could see smoke haze in the kitchen outside of the canopy. The grease in the air was making the PHI cough. Repair immediately.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- ** - staff were storing knives in between the dirty countertops - not permitted at any time. The space between counters cannot be cleaned regularly
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- ** - Poor sanitation and a build up of grease and grime was observed on the following items/areas that require thorough cleaning and degreasing which includes but is not limited to: the ventilation canopy, the salamander, the shelf underside of the salamander, the cook equipment, fire suppression, the large pot on the stove, the burners, all pots and pans stored near the salamander, all dishwasher racks, all containers, all container lids, all shelving, the inside of the ice machine, ice machine lid inside and out
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- ** - many scoops, sauce squeeze bottles, containers, etc. were in use for food in poor condition - the sales labels were still attached and were not removed as required before use. All food equipment must be fully cleaned BEFORE using for food processing or food storage. The intact sales labels indicate a lack of proper cleaning before use.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- ** - Poor sanitation and a build up of grease and grime was observed in the following areas that require thorough cleaning and degreasing which includes but is not limited to: ceilings, walls, ceiling diffusers, all walk-in cooler/freezer fan units inside and out, light switches, doors and door edges, cupboard doors in the bar, all interior cabinets in the wait service stations x2
- 26. Have plans for construction or alteration of this facility been submitted for approval?
- ** - the lack of a working handwashing sink was not approved by an AHS plans checker - a facility cannot arbitrarily decide which handwashing sinks to maintain
- 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Monitoring Inspection
4 infractions
- 11. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
- The glass washer at the bar was tested and found to have an iodine concentration of 0 ppm. This must be corrected to maintain an effective sanitizing concentration of 12.5–25 ppm. Until the issue is resolved, you must use either the main kitchen dishwashing machine or the manual dishwashing process.
- 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 was not displayed at the time of inspection. The operator was instructed to print and post it in a conspicuous location visible to customers.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- The mechanical dishwasher in the main kitchen has a leak underneath; please ensure this is repaired.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- Food debris and food spills were observed beneath the shelving unit in the walk-in cooler. Please ensure this area is cleaned and maintained regularly.
- 11. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
- Monitoring Inspection
0 infractions
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Demand Inspection
4 infractions
- 07. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
- **-do not store or place food related items/food on the floor
- 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
- **-ensure cook line staff do not overfill the counter cooler inserts with high risk foods. Ensure the high risk foods are stored below the fill line.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- **-dipper well was not functional. Ice cream scoops were stored at room temperature. Scoops cannot be stored at room temperature after use as the milk proteins may grow bacteria. Repair the dipper well the facility was approved with. Until the repairs are complete, store the scoops inside the freezer to prevent bacteria growth. Retrain staff on this procedure.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- **-more detail cleaning required on walls and ceilings, dishpit in the kitchen
- 07. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?