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Restaurant · Minneapolis, MN

Chimborazo Restaurant

2851 Central Ave Ne

Last inspected Jan 28, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Repeat problemsSerious findings or closures appear in two or more of the last three inspections. Review the dated records below.

The full inspection history

3 inspections

Routine

Jan 28, 2026

Complete

Official score: 94 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

minorCode MN Rule 4626.0735ABEquipment and utensils

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Observed high temperature dish machine not closing - repair. Per PIC, work order has been put in for the unit.

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues
minorCode MN Rule 4626.1457Handwashing

Official wording

Post a sign at all handwashing sinks used by employees to remind them to wash their hands.

Inspector’s notes

Observed no handwashing sign posted at the server station and back prep handwashing station - post handwashing sign.

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.

More about handwashing problems
criticalCode MN Rule 4626.0040COther

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Observed no employee illness log at the time of the inspection - obtain and have an illness log onsite and available upon request.

In plain English

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

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majorCode MN Rule 4626.0400AFood source and labeling

Official wording

Use an effective method to date mark refrigerated, ready-to-eat, TCS food prepared and held for more than 24 hours. Day one is the day the food was made.

Inspector’s notes

Observed food containers in the business with no date mark label - date mark food containers.

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems

Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, Jan 28, 2026 · Original Source

Routine

Dec 3, 2024

Complete

Official score: 92 · Understand this area’s scale

7 recorded violations

minorCode MN Rule 4626.0105BOther

Official wording

Food employees must use a closed beverage container within the food preparation or utensil washing areas.

Inspector’s notes

Observed employee open beverage container stored in area where food are prepped or food area. Remove, use beverage containers that will not spill when tipped over. PIC has informed staff to discontinue.

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

1-door stand refrigerator gasket observed in poor condition - replace.

In plain English

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

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minorCode MN Rule 4626.0275COther

Official wording

Store in-use food preparation and serving utensils only on clean, sanitized surfaces.

Inspector’s notes

Tongs stored on stove handle - informed the PIC to remove utensils and stored in sanitary area. PIC informed staff to remove from stove handle.

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

Pans with food observed stored directly on the floor of the walk-in cooler - remove and store food at least six inches off the ground. PIC informed staff to store food six inches off the ground. Potatoes and bananas in the basement were observed stored directly on the floor. Remove and store at least six inches off the ground.

In plain English

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

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minorCode MN Rule 4626.1457Other

Official wording

Post a sign at all handwashing sinks used by employees to remind them to wash their hands.

Inspector’s notes

Handwashing station at the server station observed with no handwashing sign. Post a sign.

In plain English

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

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criticalCode MN Rule 4626.0805C1Other

Official wording

Have an approved chlorine chemical sanitizer solution. The solution must have a minimum concentration of 50 ppm. The solution must also meet the temperature and pH requirements of this rule.

Inspector’s notes

Chlorine dish machine observed reading lower than compliance level. Maintain chlorine level to at least 50 to 200 ppm. PIC has contacted Ecolab to service the unit. PIC was informed to use the 3-compartment sink to wash, rinse, and sanitize until the dish machine has been properly serviced.

In plain English

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

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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

Business does not have an illness log. An electronic illness log will be sent along with the report. Print and use the report as needed.

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, Dec 3, 2024 · Original Source

Routine

Nov 20, 2023

Complete

Official score: 96 · Understand this area’s scale

5 recorded violations

majorCode MN Rule 4626.0390AOther

Official wording

Use effective cooling methods to cool TCS foods.

Inspector’s notes

Observed mashed potatoes being cooled in large container for 4hrs. Person In Charge was asked to separate the potatoes into smaller portions.

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

Observed caulking in handwashing sink, three-comp sink and prep sink with mold. 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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majorCode MN Rule 4626.0715Other

Official wording

Have a test kit for the type of sanitizer used.

Inspector’s notes

Observed chlorine test strips missing. Obtain and utilize test kit.

In plain English

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

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minorCode MN Rule 4626.0725AOther

Official wording

Place fixed equipment to allow access for cleaning or, seal to adjoining equipment or walls.

Inspector’s notes

Observed handwashing sink and prep-sink pulling away from the walls. Reseal caulking.

In plain English

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

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minorCode MN Rule 4626.0780COther

Official wording

Discontinue the use of a food preparation sink for anything other than food preparation.

Inspector’s notes

Observed food worker washing dishes in prep sink. Do not use the food prep sink for something other than food prep.

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 20, 2023 · Original Source

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