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Restaurant · Minneapolis, MN

Caribou Coffee #1119

509 Washington Ave S

Last inspected May 1, 2025 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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1 inspection

Routine

May 1, 2025

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Official score: 96 · Understand this area’s scale

6 recorded violations

minorCode MN Rule 4626.1520ACleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Clean all physical facilities (floors, walls, ceilings). Keep them clean.

Inspector’s notes

Observed front counter area floor was wet and sticky - clean front counter area floor.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

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minorCode MN Rule 4626.0855Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Keep non-food contact equipment surfaces clean.

Inspector’s notes

Clean build-up of mold and scum around backs and sides of front counter dump sink.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

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minorCode MN Rule 4626.1290BOther

Official wording

Keep all outdoor trash, recycling, and organics containers closed.

Inspector’s notes

Observed outside dumpster lids wide open. Keep dumpster lids closed. Note: This is a community dumpster serving several businesses.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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minorCode MCO 188.390Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

The business license must be posted where it can be easily seen.

Inspector’s notes

Observed posted business license expired 4/1/25. Obtain and post up to date business license.

In plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

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minorCode MN Rule 4626.0840CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Clean non-food contact surfaces of equipment. Keep them clean.

Inspector’s notes

Observed the bottom shelf in back room 2-door upright cooler was in need of cleaning. Clean and maintain unit in a clean condition.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

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criticalCode MN Rule 4626.0040COther

Official wording

Keep a log to record employee illness symptoms. Have it available upon request.

Inspector’s notes

The manager on duty was not aware if store had an employee illness log. Ensure all managers and persons in charge are aware of and know how to fill out records of employee illnesses. Log sent with a copy of this report.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, May 1, 2025 · Original Source

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