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Restaurant · Minneapolis, MN

Cedar Grill And Deli

629 Cedar Ave S

Last inspected Jan 2, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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3 inspections

Routine

Jan 2, 2026

Complete

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

5 recorded violations

minorCode MN Rule 4626.0033APermits, training, and postings

Official wording

The business must employ at least one valid Minnesota Food Protection Manager's certification (CFPM). Find more information on the Minnesota Department of Health web page.

Inspector’s notes

Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager employed at the business. This was discussed. Use the following website to obtain training and resources for certification. https://www.health.state.mn.us/communities/environment/food/cfpm/index.html

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.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues
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 no business license posted, although up to date within the system. This was discussed. Post the license where it can be easily seen.

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.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues
minorCode MN Rule 4626.0855Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Keep non-food contact equipment surfaces clean.

Inspector’s notes

Observed very soiled conditions within the kitchen on the floors and equipment. This was discussed. Thoroughly clean the kitchen, removing the food debris and grime on the floors and equipment from all surfaces. Remove and do not replace all shelf linings such as cardboard and aluminum. Clean at a frequency that keeps the kitchen clean.

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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majorCode MN Rule 4626.1565CPests

Official wording

Use approved trapping devices or other means of pest control when pests are found.

Inspector’s notes

Observed a live mouse inside an unused oven being used only for cooktop. This was discussed and staff immediately went out to purchase sticky trap and obtain the pest control company hired prior to opening.

In plain English

The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.

More about signs of rodents or insects
minorCode MCO 188.590Pests

Official wording

The services of a licensed pest control operator shall be required when a facility has evidence of rodent or insect activity to the extent that rodent droppings are visible, or live insects are seen during an inspection. The facility shall maintain records of the pest control operator's services on file for inspection. (2003-Or-023, ? 3, 2-28-03)

Inspector’s notes

Observed no current pest control operator hired by the business, although one was mentioned and paperwork not available. This was discussed. Obtain the services of the PCO and provide your inspector with receipts and updates of the actions of the PCO.

In plain English

The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.

More about signs of rodents or insects

Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, Jan 2, 2026 · Original Source

Routine

Jan 7, 2025

Complete

Official score: 100 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

minorCode MN Rule 4626.0033AOther

Official wording

The business must employ at least one valid Minnesota Food Protection Manager's certification (CFPM). Find more information on the Minnesota Department of Health web page.

Inspector’s notes

No CFPM employed at the business. Find trainig info at the following website: https://www.health.state.mn.us/communities/environment/food/cfpm/index.html

In plain English

A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.

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minorCode MN Rule 4626.1580ABOther

Official wording

Remove all items unnecessary to the operation of the business from the premises.

Inspector’s notes

Observed an old ice machine and other old equipment onsite. Remove and install shelving.

In plain English

A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.

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minorCode MN Rule 4626.0735ABOther

Official wording

All equipment and components must be in good repair. Keep them maintained to manufacturer's specifications.

Inspector’s notes

Observed the hot hold units without the plugins to match the sockets on the wall. This was discussed and it was determined that the electrician was on his way. Since the hot hold units could not be turned on, the food was moved to the back of the grill and oven. Cardboard was observed lining the shelving units. Remove the cardboard.

In plain English

A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.

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minorCode MCO 188.390Other

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

The current license not posted.

In plain English

A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.

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Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, Jan 7, 2025 · Original Source

Routine

Nov 28, 2023

Complete

Official score: 96 · Understand this area’s scale

9 recorded violations

majorCode MN Rule 4626.0390BOther

Official wording

While TCS foods are cooling, keep containers uncovered, unstacked, and spread out.

Inspector’s notes

Several 6" deep containers within the cooler were observed stacked and covered while cooling for 2 hours and at 60F. Although first parameter was achieved (<70 @ 2 hours), there is a concern for the remaining parameters to be obtained. Uncover, unstack the cooling containers of food and obtain the cool-down parameter (<41F) as soon as you can. Use the attached cooling information for use on this matter.

In plain English

A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.

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minorCode MN Rule 4626.0033DOther

Official wording

Post the Certified Food Protection Manager certificate.

Inspector’s notes

The CFPM certificate NOT posted at the facility.

In plain English

A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.

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minorCode MN Rule 4626.0840COther

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

The surfaces/handles of equipment , shelving and tables observed with accumulated grease and food debris. Clean and maintain clean.

In plain English

A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.

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minorCode MN Rule 4626.1520AOther

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

The flooring throughout the facility observed with accumulated grease/food spills, therfore creating a slippery condition. Clean and maintain clean floor, including the floor to wall junctures, walls and under equipment.

In plain English

A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.

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minorCode MN Rule 4626.0735ABOther

Official wording

All equipment and components must be in good repair. Keep them maintained to manufacturer's specifications.

Inspector’s notes

Every surface in the facility observed with tinfoil, cardboard, made of wood or lined with cloth. Remove ALL these materials so that cleaning can occur properly.

In plain English

A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.

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majorCode MN Rule 4626.1110ABOther

Official wording

Keep handwashing sinks accessible at all times. Make sure they are only used for handwashing.

Inspector’s notes

Handsinks in back house observed with dirty dishes and food debris. Remove the dishes and do not use for disposing food.

In plain English

A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.

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minorCode MCO 204.30AOther

Official wording

Provide containers for food or beverages prepared for takeout or to be eaten immediately. Containers must be reuseable, recyclable or compostable.

Inspector’s notes

Facility observed using white styrofoam square takeout containers. These containers are not allowed to be used for takeout. Provide required containers.

In plain English

A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.

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minorCode MN Rule 4626.1580ABOther

Official wording

Remove all items unnecessary to the operation of the business from the premises.

Inspector’s notes

Several pieces of equipment are broke and not being fixed/used. Remove them from the facility.

In plain English

A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.

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minorCode MN Rule 4626.0300AOther

Official wording

Store all food: • In a clean, dry location • At least 6 inches above the floor

Inspector’s notes

Food observed being stored on crates, inside old equipment, pallets and chairs. Obtain approved storage shelving and racks for this purpose.

In plain English

A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.

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Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, Nov 28, 2023 · Original Source

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