Routine
Sep 9, 2025
Official score: 94 · Understand this area’s scale
9 recorded violations
Official wording
Wiping cloths used for wiping surfaces must: • Be held in an approved sanitizing solution • Laundered daily
Inspector’s notes
Wet wiping cloths stored on the prep tables between use. Note: Store all wet wiping cloths in chemical sanitizer solutions bucket between use at all times.
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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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 state of Minnesota Department of Health certified food protection manager for the facility's food operation. Note: At least one permanent employee needs to be certified. Note: For details, please see the following link: Minnesota Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) - MN Dept. of Health
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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Post a sign at all handwashing sinks used by employees to remind them to wash their hands.
Inspector’s notes
Hand washing signage missing from the hand sink in the kitchen. Note: Provide it for effective hand washing.
In plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
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Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils must be clean.
Inspector’s notes
Old food residues build up observed on the blade of the can opener. Note: 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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Clean all physical facilities (floors, walls, ceilings). Keep them clean.
Inspector’s notes
Observed black mold growth at 3- Compartment sink and wall junctures. Note: Clean/ recalk
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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Have a test kit for the type of sanitizer used.
Inspector’s notes
No test strips provided to accurately measures the sanitizers concentration. Note: Provide and use it as required.
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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Make sure light fixtures have light shields or shatter-resistant light bulbs in areas with: • Exposed food • Clean equipment and utensils • Clean linens • Unwrapped single-service items
Inspector’s notes
Light covers missing above the pizza prep table and at front service line areas. Note: Provide shutter proof bulbs or shields as required.
In plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
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Keep handwashing sinks accessible at all times. Make sure they are only used for handwashing.
Inspector’s notes
The hand sink at the back kitchen area was blocked with the non-food items stored in it. Note: PIC removed for correction. Note: Hand-sink need to be accessible for employees use at all times,
In plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
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Provide control of pests by routinely: • Inspecting incoming food shipments • Inspecting the premises for evidence of pests • Eliminating conditions that attract pests
Inspector’s notes
Observed live fruit flies in the kitchens (front & back kitchens). Note: Exterminate them from the facility.
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 insectsOfficial record from Minneapolis Health Department, Sep 9, 2025 · Original Source