The Winkin' Owl
10 - 13750 Bow Bottom Trail SE Calgary AB T2J6T5 · Food - General
3 inspections
- Monitoring Inspection
9 infractions
- 07. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
- Fish was thawing in the dirty sink and there was other food debris in the sink. Such debris included lettuce.-use a bus-bin/container in the sink for thawing foods. (and/or clean and sanitize the prep sink prior to use).
- 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
- Fish was thawing in stagnant water that measured 26Celsius.-thaw all perishable foods under cold running water.
- 12. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- Update February 18, 2025:- New test strips still needed.1) No quat test strips on site.- Obtain required strips.2) Iodine test strips were expired since 2020- Obtain test strips.(previous infractions)
- 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?
- There was a large gap at the back door.-replace the weatherstripping to ensure there is no gap at any door.
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- There was a plumbing leak at the sink in the dishwashing area.-repair the plumbing to ensure there are no leaks.
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- Several light fixtures were missing their covers.-ensure all light fixtures have covers to prevent breakage/shattering.
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- Floor tiles cracked and broken in front of deep fryers.Some tiles missing below fryers.Replace broken and or missing tiles.Surfaces must be maintained in good repair.Updated February 18, 2025:- Operator stated floor tiles are work in progress and recently sourced the tiles needed to do the repairs.(previous infraction)
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- Containers used for dry food storage were broken/damaged and/or dirty.-clean and replace broken containers.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- 1) Accumulation of dirt and debris under dishwashing machine and surrounding area and under and around the syrup station in small room behind the bar.- Clean these areas and ensure regular cleaning is done.2) The cooking line equipment was dirty with food spills/grease/grime.-clean all areas and equipment on the cooking line.
- 07. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
- Monitoring Inspection
4 infractions
- 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
- No probe thermometer for checking internal temperature of cooked foods.- Acquire a probe thermometer.
- 12. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- Update February 18, 2025:- New test strips still neeed.1) No quat test strips on site.- Obtain required strips.2) Iodine test strips were expired since 2020- Obtain test strips.
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- Updated February 18, 2025:- Operator stated floor tiles are work in progress and recently sourced the tiles needed to do the repairs.Floor tiles cracked and broken in front of deep fryers.Some tiles missing below fryers.Replace broken and or missing tiles.Surfaces must be maintained in good repair.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- Accumulation of dirt and debris under dishwashing machine and surrounding area and under and around the syrup station in small room behind the bar.- Clean these areas and ensure regular cleaning is done.
- 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
- Monitoring Inspection
3 infractions
- 12. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- 1) Chlorine test strips not available during inspection in April of 2023.Noted again during today's inspection.Obtain chlorine test strips.2) No quat test strips on site.Obtain required strips.
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- Floor tiles cracked and broken in front of deep fryers.Some tiles missing below fryers.Replace broken and or missing tiles.Surfaces must be maintained in good repair.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- Accumulation of food debris and grease on floor below fryers and grill.Syrup spills present in bar area cupboard.Clean noted areas.Ensure all areas are clean and well maintained.
- 12. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?