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Five Watt Coffee

3350 Lyndale Ave S

Last inspected Jan 27, 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.

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3 inspections

Routine

Jan 27, 2026

Complete

Official score: 94 · Understand this area’s scale

6 recorded violations

minorCode MN Rule 4626.1325A1Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floors, walls and/or ceiling surfaces are missing. Install smooth, durable, and easily cleanable floor, wall and ceiling surfaces.

Inspector’s notes

Observed food items stored in basement. Ensure food is stored in an area which has approved finishes.

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 4626.0033APermits, 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 one, with the ability to oversee day-to-day food operations and food employees, with the Minnesota Department of Health Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) certificate. Ensure at least one person obtains the CFPM certificate and it is posted on site.

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
criticalCode MN Rule 4626.0395A2Food temperature

Official wording

Keep all cold TCS foods at 41 degrees F or colder under mechanical refrigeration.

Inspector’s notes

Observed front milk cooler was holding time/temperature controlled for safety foods above 41F. Ensure all TCS cold-holding is at 41F or lower to prevent pathogen growth. Discussed with PIC to turn down the unit and move the items until it is holding at 41F and below.

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
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 milk cooler at coffee bar was holding TCS foods above 41F and had an air temperature of 44F. Ensure all equipment is maintained in good repair.

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 4626.0408AOther

Official wording

Before using Time as a Public Health Control for TCS food develop, follow and keep written procedures onsite.

Inspector’s notes

Observed no written procedures for time used as a public health control for creamers left for customer use. Ensure written procedures are available and items are marked. Emailed procedures to be filled out and on site.

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 4626.1457Handwashing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Observed hand washing signs missing in both public restrooms. Ensure all hand washing sinks have a sign reminding 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

Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, Jan 27, 2026 · Original Source

Routine

Jan 27, 2025

Complete

Official score: 96 · Understand this area’s scale

8 recorded violations

minorCode MN Rule 4626.1325A1Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floors, walls and/or ceiling surfaces are missing. Install smooth, durable, and easily cleanable floor, wall and ceiling surfaces.

Inspector’s notes

Observed food items stored in basement. Ensure food is stored in an area which has approved finishes.

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 MCO 204.30BOther

Official wording

GREEN TO GO RECYCLING/ORGANICS SYSTEM. Provide consumers with an opportunity to recycle and/or appropriately manage compostable plastics and utilize a qualified recycling and/or organics management system. This ordinance shall take effect April 22, 2015. (89-Or-060,§ 1, 3-31-89; 96-Or-059, ? 3, 6-28-96; 2014-Or-023, ? 3, 5-23-14)

Inspector’s notes

Observed no signage or recycling bin for the recyclable plastic cups. Ensure a recycling bin and collection system is in place.

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 4626.0395A1Food 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

Observed tapioca pearls (Boba) at 86F on counter. Ensure cooked time/temperature controlled for safety (TCS) foods are hot-held at 135F or higher under mechanical means to prevent pathogen growth. Discussed discarding the Boba. Discussed keeping the Boba on the hot-plate at 135F or using time as a public health control (TPHC) for the Boba. Written procedures would need to be submitted and followed.

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
minorCode MN Rule 4626.0845EContamination

Official wording

Clean surfaces contacting non-TCS foods: • When surfaces may have been contaminated • At least once every 24 hours for consumer self-service utensils • Before restocking consumer self-service equipment and utensils • As often as needed to keep surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

Observed ice machine guard with build-up. Ensure surfaces touching food are cleaned often. Discussed doing a deep clean on the machine as well as in-between cleanings. (94 Bubbles side)

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.

More about food not protected from contamination
minorCode MN Rule 4626.0300ACleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Observed tapioca pearls stored in packages on ground in basement. Cannot store food items in basement. Ensure all food items are at least six inches off the ground and protected. (94 Bubbles side)

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 4626.0955AContamination

Official wording

Store all clean equipment, utensils, linens, in a clean dry location where not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination and at least six inches above the floor.

Inspector’s notes

Observed boxes of single-use items stored on the floor in the basement. Ensure all single-use items are stored protected and at least six inches above the ground. (5 Watt side)

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.

More about food not protected from contamination
minorCode MN Rule 4626.0845D7Food temperature

Official wording

Clean in-use utensils that are stored in water, which is maintained at 135 degrees F or more, at least every 24 hours or frequently enough to preclude accumulation of soil residues.

Inspector’s notes

Observed utensils at bubble tea side stored in water at 71F. Ensure clean, in-use utensils are stored in hot water (at least 135F), or on a clean and sanitized surface, or in the food with the handle out. (94 Bubbles side)

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
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 one, with the ability to oversee day-to-day food operations and food employees, with the Minnesota Department of Health Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) certificate. Ensure at least one person obtains the CFPM certificate and it is posted on site.

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

Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, Jan 27, 2025 · Original Source

Routine

Feb 7, 2024

Complete

Official score: 100 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

minorCode MN Rule 4626.1325A1Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floors, walls and/or ceiling surfaces are missing. Install smooth, durable, and easily cleanable floor, wall and ceiling surfaces.

Inspector’s notes

Tea is being stored in the lower level where there are no finishes on walls and ceiling. This could be addressed by moving the tea to the upstairs storage room.

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 MCO 204.30BOther

Official wording

GREEN TO GO RECYCLING/ORGANICS SYSTEM. Provide consumers with an opportunity to recycle and/or appropriately manage compostable plastics and utilize a qualified recycling and/or organics management system. This ordinance shall take effect April 22, 2015. (89-Or-060,§ 1, 3-31-89; 96-Or-059, ? 3, 6-28-96; 2014-Or-023, ? 3, 5-23-14)

Inspector’s notes

No collection bin is provided for the recyclable plastic cups. Provide a recycling bin and collection system to keep recyclable plastic out of the landfill.

In plain English

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

More about other finding

Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, Feb 7, 2024 · Original Source

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