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Restaurant · Minneapolis, MN

Franklin Cafe Inc

2223 Franklin Ave E

Last inspected Oct 15, 2025 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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2 inspections

Routine

Oct 15, 2025

Complete

Official score: 94 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

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 Certified Food Protection Manager hired at the cafe. Use this link to obtain training and location information. https://www.health.state.mn.us/communities/environment/food/cfpm/index.html

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
majorCode MN Rule 4626.1565CPests

Official wording

Use approved trapping devices or other means of pest control when pests are found.

Inspector’s notes

Observed numerous flies in the kitchen and front of house. Provide catching devices to catch the flies. This was discussed.

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
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 milk and 1/2 n 1/2 in the prepackaged cooler at front of house at 45F. Maintain tcs foods at 41F or below. This was discussed.

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

Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, Oct 15, 2025 · Original Source

Routine

Sep 17, 2024

Complete

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

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 the rice cooker stored on the floor. Install shelving for storage.

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 4626.1040BWater, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Keep the plumbing system in good repair.

Inspector’s notes

Observed a plumbing leak on faucet of food prep sink. Repair and maintain

In plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems
minorCode MN Rule 4626.0850Food temperature

Official wording

Clean food contact surfaces of cooking and baking equipment, including microwave ovens, at least every 24 hours.

Inspector’s notes

Observed the microwave very dirty and in need of cleaing throughout.

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 4626.1720AFood temperature

Official wording

Submit a Food Plan Review application to Minneapolis Development Review before: • Remodeling a food or beverage area • Plumbing work • Mechanical ventilation work • Adding ventless cooking equipment • Changing the type of food business Find more information on the Minneapolis Food Plan Review web page.

Inspector’s notes

The original menu submitted stated cold/hot sandwiches and drinks. At the time of inspection, several meat and vegetable dishes were being prepared, requiring the proper hood exhaust and hot-hold equipment. In addition, there needs to be a review of your space and prep requipment. Submit a food plan review to the City of Mpls by calling 311 and requesting one of the plan review staff: Mohamed Yusuf or Janna Beard.

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

Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, Sep 17, 2024 · Original Source

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