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Punjabi Chulha Grocery Store

89 Martindale Boulevard NE Calgary AB T3J 3M7 · Food - General

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Inspection summary

Punjabi Chulha Grocery Store has been inspected 4 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since February 1, 2024. The most recent inspection, on October 7, 2026, recorded 1 infraction.

None of the 4 inspections on record were free of infractions. In the past 12 months there were 3 inspections with 9 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Food source, labelling and allergens.

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 source, labelling and allergensHigher risk

    Food must come from approved suppliers, stay in labelled containers and be thrown out when it is spoiled or damaged, such as dented or swollen cans. Labelling matters for allergies: an unlabelled container can hide an allergen.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on October 23, 2025. For example: Is all food in this facility from an approved source and/or properly labelled?

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

  • 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 3 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on October 5, 2026. For example: Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?

  • Other findingsLower risk

    Findings that do not fit the categories above, such as follow-ups that confirm an earlier violation was corrected, or requirements specific to this type of facility.

    Recorded 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on October 7, 2026. For example: Is solid and liquid waste being managed in a suitable manner?

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.

4 inspections

  1. Risk Management Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 24. Is solid and liquid waste being managed in a suitable manner?
      • **The violation still exists** The mop sink is currently installed close to the two-compartment sink without a splash guard, which poses a contamination risk.Relocate the mop sink to ensure adequate space and accessibility to the two-compartment sink.Install a splash guard or enclose the mop sink to prevent contamination.Do not store any food items, utensils, or equipment in front of or near the mop sink.
  2. Risk Management Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
      • The handwashing sink in the repackaging area was not supplied with paper towels, as the paper towel dispenser was empty at the time of inspection. - The owner restocked the paper towel dispenser during the inspection and adequate paper towels were made available for hand drying.
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • **REPEATING VIOLATION**The long hot and cold water lines at the mop sink were missing vacuum breakers/back-flow prevention devices.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • **The violation still exists**The area close to back entrance appeared dusty and dirty with food grime build up.-Ensure to clean and organize the area.
    • 24. Is solid and liquid waste being managed in a suitable manner?
      • **The violation still exists**1. A wet, dirty mop was found stored in the two-compartment sink located at the back, which is designated for washing scoops.- Store mops only in the designated mop sink to prevent cross-contamination.2. The mop sink is currently installed close to the two-compartment sink without a splash guard, which poses a contamination risk.Relocate the mop sink to ensure adequate space and accessibility to the two-compartment sink.Install a splash guard or enclose the mop sink to prevent contamination.Do not store any food items, utensils, or equipment in front of or near the mop sink.
  3. Demand Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 02. Is all food in this facility from an approved source and/or properly labelled?
      • **The violation still exists**Many repackaged bags of dry foods (nuts, candies, snacks, etc.) were not labelled with business name and contact information. Please label appropriately.
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • **REPEATING VIOLATION**The long hot and cold water lines at the mop sink were missing vacuum breakers/back-flow prevention devices.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • The area close to back entrance appeared dusty and dirty with food grime build up.-Ensure to clean and organize the area.
    • 24. Is solid and liquid waste being managed in a suitable manner?
      • 1. A wet, dirty mop was found stored in the two-compartment sink located at the back, which is designated for washing scoops.- Store mops only in the designated mop sink to prevent cross-contamination.2. The mop sink is currently installed close to the two-compartment sink without a splash guard, which poses a contamination risk.Relocate the mop sink to ensure adequate space and accessibility to the two-compartment sink.Install a splash guard or enclose the mop sink to prevent contamination.Do not store any food items, utensils, or equipment in front of or near the mop sink.
  4. Monitoring Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 02. Is all food in this facility from an approved source and/or properly labelled?
      • Many repackaged bags of dry foods (nuts, candies, snacks, etc.) were not labelled with business name and contact information. Please label appropriately.
    • 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
      • Paper towel dispenser in the staff bathroom was empty. Please restock current dispenser or install new dispenser for different sized paper towels.**Apr 7, 2021: roll of paper towels was not in a holder/dispenser.****Feb 1, 2024: paper towel dispenser was not dispensing/operating properly. Roll of paper towels on counter.
    • 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
      • Soap dispenser was empty, dried out at nozzle, and not dispensing any hand soap at the dishwashing sink in the warehouse. Please address so liquid hand soap is provided.
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • **REPEATING VIOLATION**The long hot and cold water lines at the mop sink were missing vacuum breakers/back-flow prevention devices.
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