Routine
Aug 26, 2025
Official score: 96 · Understand this area’s scale
5 recorded violations
Official wording
Doors and windows for all outside openings should be self-closing and tight-fitting. Seal openings along the outside of the building.
Inspector’s notes
Observed large gap between door frame and floor in back room. Repair and seal this gap to prevent pests from entering.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Have a test kit for the type of sanitizer used.
Inspector’s notes
Operator did not have test strips for either quat or chlorine. Ensure you have test strips available for each type of sanitizer used on site.
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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Have enough handwashing sinks for convenient use by employees.
Inspector’s notes
There is no designated handwash sink in the meat cutting room. Room is equipped with a prep sink and a sink with sanitizer dispensing system, however no handwash sink with soap and paper towels. Ensure there is a dedicated handwash sink in place.
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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Have at least one service sink or curbed cleaning area with a floor drain. The drain must be in a convenient location for disposing of mop water.
Inspector’s notes
Per discussion with operator, the only mop sink on site is in the basement. Provide a mop sink on the same floor as the meat market.
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.
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Keep the physical facilities in good repair.
Inspector’s notes
Observed missing and/or damaged floor tiles in back room. Repair/replace floor tiles.
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 issuesOfficial record from Minneapolis Health Department, Aug 26, 2025 · Original Source