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Pizzabae

4604 Bowness Road NW Calgary AB T3B 0B3 · Food - General

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Inspection summary

Pizzabae has been inspected 5 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since October 7, 2025. The most recent inspection, on April 1, 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 3 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Food temperature control and Cleaning and sanitizing.

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.

  • 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 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on October 8, 2025. 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 2 times on October 7, 2025. For example: Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?

  • 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 April 1, 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 October 7, 2025. For example: Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?

  • Permits, records and postingLower risk

    Operating permits, required signage, written procedures and logs. These findings are administrative: the documentation was missing or out of date at the time of inspection.

    Recorded once on March 31, 2026. For example: 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?

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

    • 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. Ceiling light in the back prep area over the dough mixer did not have a shatterproof cover. Please obtain and install. Operator indicated that an electrician has been scheduled to install next week.
  2. Demand Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 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 premise has no valid food handling permit. Closure order was issued.Obtain a valid food handling permit.
    • 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. Ceiling light in the back prep area over the dough mixer did not have a shatterproof cover. Please obtain and install. Operator indicated that an electrician has been scheduled to install next week.
  3. Initial Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 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. Ceiling light in the back prep area over the dough mixer did not have a shatterproof cover. Please obtain and install. Operator indicated that an electrician has been scheduled to install next week.
  4. Demand Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
      • 1. Main pizza cooler measured 19C. Please repair the cooler2. Food was stored in cooler (pizza meat, cheese, cut vegetables, tomato sauce). All food measured 19-22C. Food discardedEnsure that all refrigeration units are maintained at a temp of 4C or lower at all timesEnsure that all hot holding units are maintained at temp of 60C or higher at all times
    • 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. Ceiling light in the back prep area over the dough mixer did not have a shatterproof cover. Please obtain and install
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • 1. Floors throughout facility are unclean. Please clean
  5. Initial Inspection

    7 infractions

    • 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
      • Quat sanitizer measured 50ppm. Quat sanitizer must be maintained at 200ppm
    • 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • Construction materials, shovels, and old electrical wires were stored throughout the back prep area. Please remove
    • 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
      • 1. Main pizza cooler measured 9C. Please repair the cooler2. Hot holding unit was not turned on and was not assessed. Ensure that all refrigeration units are maintained at a temp of 4C or lower at all timesEnsure that all hot holding units are maintained at temp of 60C or higher at all times
    • 12. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • Neither chlorine or quat test strips were available. Please obtain test strips for the sanitizer of your choice
    • 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
      • 1. Paper towel dispenser was not in working order2. Soap dispenser was not installedPlease ensure that paper towels and soap are available and in adequate working dispensers
    • 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. Ceiling light in the back prep area over the dough mixer did not have a shatterproof cover. Please obtain and install
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • 1. Back prep area is disorganized and unclean. Please organize, remove all items that are not associated with the business, and clean the area2. Floors throughout facility are unclean. Please clean3. Washroom is unclean and missing toilet paper. Please clean and provide supplies.

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