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Como Tap

2124 Como Ave Se

Last inspected Apr 23, 2025 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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When was Como Tap last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Apr 23, 2025. The result listed by Minneapolis Health Department was “Complete” (official score 96).
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 8 violations recorded, including 1 marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
3 inspections on record, from Nov 15, 2023 to Apr 23, 2025.
Has Como Tap ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 3 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Nov 15, 2023.

The Full Inspection History

3 inspections

Routine

Apr 23, 2025

Complete

Official score: 96 · Understand This Area’s Scale

8 recorded violations

minorCode MN Rule 4626.1290BOther

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

Trash dumpsters' lids found left opened (in the back exterior areas). Note: Keep the dumpster's lids closed when not in a continuous use.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
criticalCode MN Rule 4626.0040COther

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

Employees illness logs not maintained onsite. Note: Keep employee's illness record onsite and make available upon request for review.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode MN Rule 4626.0240Food source and labeling

Official Wording

Label all containers of food and food ingredients with their common name.

Inspector’s Notes

foods such as oil, water in squeeze bottles not labeled. Note: Label them with food common name.

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
minorCode MN Rule 4626.0285BCleaning and sanitizing

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 table between use. Note: Store all wet wiping cloths in chemical sanitizer 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
minorCode MN Rule 4626.0855Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Keep non-food contact equipment surfaces clean.

Inspector’s Notes

Food residues and grease build up on/ and between the equipment (such as fryers, grill, dishwasher) in the kitchen. 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
minorCode MN Rule 4626.1515Facility maintenance

Official Wording

Keep the physical facilities in good repair.

Inspector’s Notes

Damaged ceiling tiles seen above the 3-compartment sink. Note: Repair to eliminate gaps.

In Plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

More about building upkeep issues
minorCode MN Rule 4626.1520ACleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

Caulking at three-compartment sink and wall juncture was dirty and need cleaning. Balck mold growth also observed. 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
minorCode MN Rule 4626.1285APests

Official Wording

Discontinue outside storage of unprotected plastic bags, paper bags, baled units that contain materials with food residue and refuse receptacles that are not durable, cleanable, insect- and rodent-resistant, leakproof and nonabsorbent.

Inspector’s Notes

Used and dirty oils in several drums and plastic buckets found stored in the rear exterior area. Note: Dispose them off properly

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, Apr 23, 2025 · Original Source

Follow-Up

Dec 22, 2023

Complete

Official score: 96 · 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

The following items need to be fixed: -The door and interior of reach-in coolers near kitchen area showing signs of rust. Remove or restore. - Observed pooling water at the bottom of the cooler near kitchen area. Note: Clean up water and make sure that the unit is in the proper working condition.

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 4626.0033APermits, 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

Still no state of Minnesota health department certified food protection manager for the facility's food operation. Note: The manager provided the training certificate onsite. But not get registered with the state. Note: Either hire at least one full time employee with the certificate or get registered with the state with your current training certificate. Note: For details, please see the link: Initial and Renewal Process Minnesota Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) - MN Dept. of Health (state.mn.us)

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 4626.1290BOther

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

The lids of the trash dumpsters in the back exterior areas were left open. Note: Keep the dumpster's lids closed when not in a continuous use.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
criticalCode MN Rule 4626.0805C1Chemicals

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

The chlorine sanitizer concentration was found at O ppm (below the regulated range) in the dishwasher. Note: Maintain it at minimum 50 PPM. Note: Use 3-compartment sink until the problem has been fixed.

In Plain English

Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely

Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, Dec 22, 2023 · Original Source

Routine

Nov 15, 2023

Complete

Official score: 90 · Understand This Area’s Scale

7 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

-The door and interior of reach-in cooler near kitchen area showing signs of rust. Remove or restore. - Observed pooling water at the bottom of the cooler near kitchen area. Note: Clean water and make sure that the unit is in the proper working condition.

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
majorCode MN Rule 4626.0840ACleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils must be clean.

Inspector’s Notes

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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
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

Hand washing signage missing from hand sink in the bar area. Note: Provide hand washing signage notifying employees to wash their hands.

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

No employee's illness log maintained onsite. Note: See the template sent with the report.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
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

No state of Minnesota health department certified food protection manager for the facility's food operation. Note: Hire at least one full time employee with the certificate. Note: For details, please see the link: Minnesota Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) - MN Dept. of Health (state.mn.us)

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 4626.1290BOther

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

The lids of the trash dumpsters in the back exterior areas were left open. Note: Keep the dumpster's lids closed when not in a continuous use.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
criticalCode MN Rule 4626.0805C1Chemicals

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

The chlorine sanitizer concentration was below the regulated range in the dishwasher. Note: Maintain it at minimum 50 PPM. Note: Use 3-compartment sink until fixed.

In Plain English

Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely

Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, Nov 15, 2023 · Original Source

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