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Cub Foods #1693

1104 Lagoon Ave

Last inspected Mar 11, 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

4 inspections

Routine

Mar 11, 2026

Complete

Official score: 92 · Understand this area’s scale

7 recorded violations

minorCode MN Rule 4626.1520ACleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

The wall and flooring area on the side of the glazing stations were soiled with a buildup of food debris. The floor under the combi oven in the deli area was soiled with grease buildup from the combi oven. Ensure all walls, floors, and ceilings are clean and maintained 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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minorCode MN Rule 4626.0840CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

The speed rack near the glazing station in the bakery was soiled with a buildup of food debris. Clean and maintain clean all non-food contact surfaces.

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 4626.1457Handwashing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Employee bathroom downstairs was missing a handwashing reminder sign. Post a handwashing reminder sign next to all hand sinks.

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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criticalCode MN Rule 4626.1085AOther

Official wording

Remove control valve located on the discharge side of the atmospheric vacuum breaker.

Inspector’s notes

Mop sink back to back door has a splitter attached to the faucet with a control valve on one side. Remove the wye splitter with control valve from this faucet. Replace with an appropriate sidekick and fittings if desired.

In plain English

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

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minorCode MN Rule 4626.0435D(3)Food source and labeling

Official wording

Provide labeling for bulk, unpackaged food, such as bakery treats prepared on the premises of the food establishment or at another food establishment or a food processing plant that is owned by the same person and is regulated by the food regulatory agency that has jurisdiction.

Inspector’s notes

No ingredient information is available on-site for the self-service bakery items. Obtain and know how to find ingredient information for all unpackaged food available for sale.

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.

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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

No employee illness log on-site. Illness logging requirements were reviewed and a sample log is being provided with the report. Ensure that an employee illness log is maintained and all persons in charge know how to use and find it.

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

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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 combi oven in the corner of the deli continues to not operate as design causing a buildup of grease and fat that backs up into the unit and has created a significant sanitation concern in the deli kitchen. Repair or replace this 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

Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, Mar 11, 2026 · Original Source

Follow-Up

Mar 25, 2025

Complete

Official score: 92 · Understand this area’s scale

5 recorded violations

minorCode MN Rule 4626.1520ACleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Flooring around the cook line in the deli soiled with build up and grease deposits near the corner by the walk-in cooler. Flooring throughout the back bakery area soiled with build up. Clean and maintain clean flooring throughout the facility.

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 4626.0405AOther

Official wording

Throw away TCS foods seven days after being made or opened. Day one is the date food was made or opened.

Inspector’s notes

Two examples of deli meats storing beyond day 7 were observed. One was packaged deli meat for sale in self-service and the other was an opened half chub of deli meat. Ensure that deli meats are not holding beyond 7 days. These products were discarded during the inspection.

In plain English

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

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criticalCode MN Rule 4626.0805C3Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Have an approved quaternary ammonium sanitizing solution: • Within the concentration specified in 21CFR.178.1010, and • According to the manufacturer/'s directions

Inspector’s notes

Spray bottle of sanitizer observed to have a concentration lower than specified by the manufacturer. Product was dumped. Ensure that all sanitizers are maintained within the approved concentration.

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 4626.0740Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Resurface scratched cutting boards. Discard them if they can not be cleaned or resurfaced.

Inspector’s notes

Main cutting board in the deli area where sandwich prep takes place is badly scored. Either resurface or replace this cutting board to provide a safe and cleanable food contact surface.

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 4626.0840CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Diamond plate flooring in the bakery walk-in freezer is soiled with build up. Clean and maintain 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

Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, Mar 25, 2025 · Original Source

Routine

Mar 11, 2025

Complete

Official score: 88 · Understand this area’s scale

10 recorded violations

minorCode MN Rule 4626.1520ACleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Flooring around the cooking equipment on the cook line soiled with build up and debris. This is especially built up around the corner by the walk-in cooler. Walls near the triple sink in the deli area soiled with splatter and build up. Flooring throughout the bakery soiled with build up. Clean and maintain clean all walls, floors, and ceilings.

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
criticalCode MN Rule 4626.0405AOther

Official wording

Throw away TCS foods seven days after being made or opened. Day one is the date food was made or opened.

Inspector’s notes

Two examples of open deli meat chubs storing in the cooler beyond 7 days from the day the package was opened. Ensure that these open chubs of deli meat are not storing beyond 7 days. Product to be discarded by cook.

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

The date marking system used is not effectively controlling for only 7 days of sale. Currently each individual package of deli meat that is put in grab and go area is date marked for 3 days of use regardless of how long the chub of that meat has been opened for. This is resulting in some deli meat packages storing for 7-10 days. Develop an effective date system that captures the entire life of the open chub of deli meat.

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.

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majorCode MN Rule 4626.0815Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Use the sanitizer test kit or other device to accurately measure the concentration of the sanitizing solution.

Inspector’s notes

Deli area had a test kit for quat but it was still in the foil packaging so it had not been used. Ensure that each dispenser of sanitizer is regularly tested between services from eco-lab to ensure the concentration is maintained within an approved range. This is especially relevant in spray bottle applications where the sanitizer is storing for multiple days before being replaced.

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
criticalCode MN Rule 4626.0805C3Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Have an approved quaternary ammonium sanitizing solution: • Within the concentration specified in 21CFR.178.1010, and • According to the manufacturer/'s directions

Inspector’s notes

Quat spray bottle of sanitizer in the deli area measuring below 50 ppm. Bottle was dumped and was to be filled with a new batch.

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 4626.0740Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Resurface scratched cutting boards. Discard them if they can not be cleaned or resurfaced.

Inspector’s notes

Main cutting board in the deli area where sandwich prep takes place is badly scored. Either resurface or remove this cutting board. In the meantime do not use this as a food contact surface.

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

Handwashing sink near the triple sink was missing a handwashing reminder sign. Place a handwashing reminder sign near all hand sinks.

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
minorCode MN Rule 4626.1515Facility maintenance

Official wording

Keep the physical facilities in good repair.

Inspector’s notes

Hand sink near the glazing station within the bakery had splash guards that were pulling away from the sink basin. These splash guards had been installed with the wrong type of caulking and it is in disrepair. Scrap and re-caulk the splash guards to the sink basin.

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 4626.1360ACleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Provide wall and ceiling covering materials that are attached to be easily cleanable.

Inspector’s notes

Used cardboard was lining the wall near the glazing station of the bakery. Manager removed the cardboard. Ensure that all wall coverings are easily cleanable.

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 4626.0840CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Diamond plate flooring of the bakery walk-in cooler had build up of debris. Clean and maintain 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

Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, Mar 11, 2025 · Original Source

Routine

Mar 21, 2024

Complete

Official score: 92 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

criticalCode MN Rule 4626.0395A1Food temperature

Official wording

Maintain all hot, TCS foods at 135 degrees F or hotter. (Roast beef may be held at 130 degrees F or hotter, if it is cooked according to Part 4626.0340 item B or reheated according to Part 4626.0360, item E.)

Inspector’s notes

Multiple examples of hot TCS foods such as potatoes and corn holding between 95-120 degrees F. Foods began reheating with an effective method during the inspection. Ensure that all hot TCS foods are holding at or above 135 degrees F.

In plain English

Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.

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majorCode MN Rule 4626.0710BFood temperature

Official wording

Have an item to verify the surface temperature of dishes reaches 160 degrees F inside mechanical hot water dishwashers.

Inspector’s notes

Bakery area has a high temp dishwasher but the person working the section was unaware of a hot water test kit to measure the maximum temperature on the rack within the machine during a cycle. Obtain and regularly use either a min/max waterproof thermometer or a single use indicator like a "t stick" to measure the internal rack temperature of the cycle.

In plain English

Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
majorCode MN Rule 4626.0715Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Have a test kit for the type of sanitizer used.

Inspector’s notes

Deli section didn't have a test kit on site for measuring the concentration of their sanitizer (quat). Section manager was aware of this and indicated that a new kit has been ordered. Ensure that a test kit for each sanitizer in use is available on site and used regularly.

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 4626.1520ACleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Floor of the large walk-in freezer downstairs is soiled with build up of debris. Ensure that all walls, floors and ceilings are clean and maintained 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

Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, Mar 21, 2024 · Original Source

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