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The Alchemist Cafe and Lounge

10217 97 Street NW Edmonton AB T5J 0L5 · Food - General

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Inspection summary

The Alchemist Cafe and Lounge has been inspected 4 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since April 17, 2025. The most recent inspection, on July 20, 2026, recorded 1 infraction.

None of the 4 inspections on record were free of infractions. In the past 12 months there was 1 inspection with 1 infraction recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Pests 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.

  • 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 4 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on July 20, 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 3 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on April 22, 2025. For example: Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(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 once on April 17, 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.

4 inspections

  1. Initial Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 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?
      • The front and back exterior doors were not tightly sealed - light visible along the base of both doorways. ACTION REQUIRED: Ensure all exterior doorways are tightly sealed to prevent pest entry.
  2. Risk Management Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 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?
      • The front and back exterior doors were not tightly sealed - light visible along the base of both doorways. ACTION REQUIRED: Ensure all exterior doorways are tightly sealed to prevent pest entry.
  3. 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)?
      • 1. Mechanical high-temperature dishwasher tested at 65-68C at the plate following the rinse cycle. ACTION REQUIRED: service the machine. Ensure it is capable of reaching 71C at the plate during the rinse cycle.2. Drain plugs not observed. ACTION REQUIRED: please ensure the two-compartment sink has drain plugs.
    • 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?
      • The front and back exterior doors were not tightly sealed - light visible along the base of both doorways. ACTION REQUIRED: Ensure all exterior doorways are tightly sealed to prevent pest entry.
  4. Initial Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 11. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
      • 1. Mechanical high-temperature dishwasher tested at 65-68C at the plate following the rinse cycle. ACTION REQUIRED: service the machine. Ensure it is capable of reaching 71C at the plate during the rinse cycle.2. Drain plugs not observed. ACTION REQUIRED: please ensure the two-compartment sink has drain plugs.
    • 12. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • Iodine test strips were available; however, the facility is using bleach (chlorine) as the approved sanitizer. ACTION REQUIRED: obtain chlorine test strips.
    • 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?
      • The front and back exterior doors were not tightly sealed - light visible along the base of both doorways. ACTION REQUIRED: Ensure all exterior doorways are tightly sealed to prevent pest entry.
    • 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. The walls and countertop structure under and around the bar were constructed of unfinished wood.ACTION REQUIRED: paint all exposed wood so that it is smooth, washable, & impervious to moisture.2. The prep table cutting board was heavily worn and discolored. ACTION REQUIRED: replace the cutting board.

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