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Royal Hotel - Food

4916 50 Street Ponoka AB T4J 1S1 · Food - General

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Inspection summary

Royal Hotel - Food has been inspected 3 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since August 12, 2025. The most recent inspection, on September 18, 2026, recorded 1 infraction.

None of the 3 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: Cleaning and sanitizing.

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.

  • 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 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on September 18, 2026. For example: Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(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 These findings are administrative: the documentation was missing or out of date at the time of inspection.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 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on December 3, 2025. 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?

  • 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 once on August 12, 2025. 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?

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.

3 inspections

  1. Risk Management Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 11. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
      • 09-18-2026: Bar Mechanical Dishwasher was not observed during this inspection.Previously: The bar's mechanical dishwasher was not operable at the time of the inspection.A replacement part has been indicated to have been installed; however, another part is still required to have the machine run as intended.Until the mechanical dishwasher is operating as intended, glassware and other food handling items must be washed in the commercial kitchen area using the available 2-compartment sink, or by using its operable mechanical dishwasher.
  2. Risk Management Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 11. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
      • The bar's mechanical dishwasher was not operable at the time of the inspection.A replacement part has been indicated to have been installed; however, another part is still required to have the machine run as intended.Until the mechanical dishwasher is operating as intended, glassware and other food handling items must be washed in the commercial kitchen area using the available 2-compartment sink, or by using its operable mechanical dishwasher.
    • 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 facility's current food handling permit was not observed in a location that is visible to the public at the time of the inspection.Ensure that the current permit is printed and displayed in a conspicuous location.
  3. Monitoring Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 11. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
      • The bar's mechanical dishwasher was not operable at the time of the inspection.The high temperature mechanical dishwasher turns on and fills, but will not run a cycle when prompted.Reusable customer glassware was being improperly washed in the bar's single compartment sink. Reusable customer items must be washed, rinsed and sanitized using an approved food sanitizer. Until the mechanical dishwasher is operating as intended, glassware and other food handling items must be washed in the commercial kitchen area using the available 2-compartment sink. Items will be washed with soap and water, rinsed and then submerged in an approved sanitizer solution before air drying.The kitchen's chemical mechanical dishwasher was not available for testing at the time of the inspection and must be serviced and operating as intended if it will be used as an alternative.
    • 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 facility's current food handling permit was not posted in a location that is visible to the public.Ensure that the current permit is printed and displayed in a conspicuous location.
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • Water was leaking from the ceiling immediately inside of the bar's entrance way. Buckets were located on the stairs and a warning sign was present to alert patrons. The water is dripping from the ceiling through the light fixture anchor and may pose an additional electrical risk if the wiring is effected. The owner indicated that the roof has water pooling in a specific area, and the entry point for the water has been identified. Once the roof has dried, the repairs will be completed.

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