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Saratoga Restaurant

2610 Calgary Trail NW Edmonton AB T6J 5J6 · Food - General

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Inspection summary

Saratoga Restaurant has been inspected 7 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since June 28, 2024. The most recent inspection, on August 21, 2026, found no infractions.

3 of 7 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 3 inspections with 10 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Pests.

The number of infractions per inspection has stayed roughly the same over time.

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 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on July 24, 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?

  • 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 7 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on July 24, 2026. For example: Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?

  • 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 4 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on July 24, 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 3 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on June 4, 2025. For example: Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?

  • 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 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on July 24, 2026. For example: Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Non-Critical)?

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.

7 inspections

  1. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. Risk Management Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • July 24, 2026*** Scoops and bowls continue to be kept in bulk food containers with dirty handles touching food items. Ensure all dry food items had individual scoops with handles and that scoop handles are positioned in a manner that does not contaminate the food. July 13, 2026*** Scoops and bowls observed in bulk food containers with dirty handles touching food items, including and not limited to: ice machine and flour. Ensure the scoop handles are positioned in a manner that does not contaminate food or stored outside the food ingredient in a sanitary manner.
    • 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?
      • July 24, 2026*** No decrease in pest activity was observed. July 13, 2026*** Live and dead cockroaches were observed, along with cockroach fecal matter observed in multiples areas of the facility. The presence of pests may result in the contamination of food, equipment and food contact surfaces. Ensure immediate pest control measures are implemented: - Remove potential sources of food, water and harbourage. - Clean and sanitize all areas affected by pest activity. - Seal any gaps and other entry points. - Ensure all food is stored in tightly sealed containers.
    • 18. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Non-Critical)?
      • July 24, 2026Outdoor flying insect zapper was observed in facility but was not in operation. Remove outdoor flying insect zapper from the facility premises and replace with an approved UV light system that is approved for use in food facilities. July 13, 2026*** An outdoor flying insect zapper (explodes insects on contact) was observed in use within an open food area. Remove the device from the facility as it may contaminate open foods with insect parts. Please use an approved UV fly light with a sticker to catch the insects or contact a pest control company to obtain a proper/approved fly light for use in food facilities.
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • July 24, 2026Specialist required for maintenance of on-demand water heater system. Operator has contacted a specialist and has appointment scheduled. July 13, 2026*** Water was observed leaking from unit seams and connecting pipe work involving the hot water on demand system. Running hot water is required in a food establishment for proper handwashing and cleaning. Ensure that all plumbing is maintained in accordance with its approval. The leak must be repaired immediately and the hot water system maintained in proper working order.
  3. Monitoring Inspection

    6 infractions

    • 07. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
      • *** Ensure that raw meat is never stored beside or above: ready-to-eat foods, cooked foods, and/or vegetables in the cooler/freezer.
    • 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • *** Scoops and bowls observed in bulk food containers with dirty handles touching food items, including and not limited to: ice machine and flour. Ensure the scoop handles are positioned in a manner that does not contaminate food or stored outside the food ingredient in a sanitary manner.
    • 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?
      • *** Live and dead cockroaches were observed, along with cockroach fecal matter observed in multiples areas of the facility. The presence of pests may result in the contamination of food, equipment and food contact surfaces. Ensure immediate pest control measures are implemented: - Remove potential sources of food, water and harbourage. - Clean and sanitize all areas affected by pest activity. - Seal any gaps and other entry points. - Ensure all food is stored in tightly sealed containers.
    • 18. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Non-Critical)?
      • *** An outdoor flying insect zapper (explodes insects on contact) was observed in use within an open food area. Remove the device from the facility as it may contaminate open foods with insect parts. Please use an approved UV fly light with a sticker to catch the insects or contact a pest control company to obtain a proper/approved fly light for use in food facilities.
    • 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 observed leaking from unit seams and connecting pipe work involving the hot water on demand system. Running hot water is required in a food establishment for proper handwashing and cleaning. Ensure that all plumbing is maintained in accordance with its approval. The leak must be repaired immediately and the hot water system maintained in proper working order.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • *** Accumulation of grease, grime, food and debris was observed in kitchen and storage areas. Affected areas include, but are not limited to: Children’s highchairs, door/underside of the door/interior of the ice machine, fronts of all counters counter edges, light switches, doorknobs, shelving of back food storage room. All affected areas must be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized. *** What appeared to be a mold-like substance was observed on the lower surface (walls, baseboards) of the walk-in cooler. Mold growth may occur from inadequate cleaning and moisture control that may contribute to the contamination of food items. Clean and sanitize all affected areas.
  4. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  5. Monitoring Inspection

    7 infractions

    • 07. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
      • ** - Raw beef patties were observed to be improperly stored beside raw vegetables. Please ensure that that raw meat is not stored above or beside any vegetables, cooked foods, and/or ready-to-eat foods in cooler storage.
    • 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • ** - the outdoor food storage room contains items that are not required for the operation of a food facility. Please remove from the premises: ie. child car seat, tires. The storage room is very cluttered and items were observed stored on the floor -sabotaging efforts to maintain daily sanitation (required) and to conduct effective pest control monitoring.
    • 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • ** - Spatula was stored in an unsanitary manner: was observed stored between the grill pan and the table - an area that cannot be accessed to clean and sanitize. ** - A bowl used as a scoop with no handle was found with the dirty high contact surface in contact with food/sugar (container in the dry storage area). Use a handled scoop to denote which area hands should touch to prevent accidental contamination and store the scoops in a manner in which the handle does not come in contact with the food ingredient (Ie. outside of the container).
    • 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?
      • ** - weatherstripping was in poor repair at the back door – holes/gaps observed would allow for potential pest entry.
    • 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
      • ** - one chest freezer in the outdoor food storage room top lid was in extreme disrepair: duct tape was used liberally to repair the broken lid. Immediately cease and desist the use of tape (any kind of tap) to repair food equipment. Tape does not meet the requirements of smooth, cleanable, non-absorbent, and durable. Furthermore, broken items in which pieces of broken material may enter the food chain accidentally should be repaired to prevent that type of contamination.
    • 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
      • ** - The outdoor food storage building requires cleaning and decluttering. Build up of dirt, debris, garbage, and grime was observed on all cold holding units such as the walk in freezer door/handles/walls/floor, the chest freezers exteriors (multiple), the floors of the room, the shelves within the room.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • ** - staff washroom was maintained in a poor sanitary condition – the toilet, the toilet base, the sink, the door, the door edges/frames, the light switch, and fixtures.
  6. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  7. Monitoring Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • An ice scoop is observed to be sitting on the counter next to the 3-compartment sink in the front service area. Ensure that the ice scoop is stored within a clean container to help prevent contamination. The operator provided a clean container for storage during the inspection.
    • 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
      • The exterior surfaces of the freezers in the shed are observed with a buildup of grime. Ensure that the indicated equipment is cleaned and sanitized.

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