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Paraiso Tropical Latin American Imports

6926 104 Street NW Edmonton AB T6H 2L7 · Food - General

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Inspection summary

Paraiso Tropical Latin American Imports has been inspected 5 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since March 21, 2024. The most recent inspection, on August 11, 2026, recorded 1 infraction.

None of the 5 inspections on record were free of infractions. In the past 12 months there were 2 inspections with 5 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Pests, Cleaning and sanitizing 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 5 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on August 5, 2026. For example: Is the facility free of unapproved animals, vermin and/or insects (unless noted elsewhere), and maintained to prevent the entry or harbourage of pests?

  • 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 March 21, 2024. For example: Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?

  • 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 March 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 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on August 5, 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?

  • 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 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on August 11, 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

    1 infraction

    • 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
      • Freezers noted to have high buildup of ice. Door appears to be in disrepair. Some food appears to be freezer burnt. Plans for fixing freezers appear to be in place.
  2. Monitoring Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 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?
      • Back door noted to be open. Please ensure doors remain closed to prevent vermin entry. Corrected during inspection.
    • 18. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Non-Critical)?
      • Paper towel dispenser in disrepair. Please ensure paper towel dispenser is in good repair.
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • Caulking around hand sink was in disrepair. Gaps between hand sink and wall was noticed. Please repair.
    • 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
      • Freezers noted to have high buildup of ice. Door appears to be in disrepair. Some food appears to be freezer burnt. Plans for fixing freezers appear to be in place.
  3. Risk Management Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • Food (flour) stored on the floor in the re-packaging room.
    • 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?
      • Small amount of mouse droppings are observed in the delivery storage area (back corner) and on pallets.
    • 26. Have plans for construction or alteration of this facility been submitted for approval?
      • Facility is re-packaging foods in a room without a handwashing sink. Facility is required to stop re-packaging foods in this room immediately. Facility can re-package foods in the kitchen or install a handwashing station in this room. A floor plan must be submitted for AHS approval prior to installing a new handwash station. Staff indicated they are no longer using this room to re-package.
  4. Monitoring Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 07. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
      • Multiple food is stored on the floor (onions, flour). Ensure all food is stored at least 6" off the floor.
    • 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?
      • Small amount of mouse droppings are observed in the delivery storage area (back corner) and on pallets.
    • 26. Have plans for construction or alteration of this facility been submitted for approval?
      • Facility is re-packaging foods in a room without a handwashing sink. Facility is required to stop re-packaging foods in this room immediately. Facility can re-package foods in the kitchen or install a handwashing station in this room. A floor plan must be submitted for AHS approval prior to installing a new handwash station.
  5. Demand Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
      • Sanitizer solution not prepared - a 100 ppm chlorine solution was prepared during the inspection. Ensure a sanitizer solution is prepared at all times of food preparation.
    • 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
      • Small containers of pork thawing at room temperature (still frozen). Containers of pork were moved into the cooler.
    • 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 noted in the back storage area. Please clean up safely.
    • 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?
      • Gap of light shining under rear door and under overhead garage door. Manager indicated they are getting a quote to replace the entire overhead garage door. Please repair/replace weatherstripping so there is no gap of light shining under.

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