Routine
May 14, 2025
Official score: 92 · Understand This Area’s Scale
13 recorded violations
Official Wording
Clean all physical facilities (floors, walls, ceilings). Keep them clean.
Inspector’s Notes
The floors throughout the facility and between equipment had a large amount of dirt debris. Deep clean. The ceiling vent above the aluminum containers had a large amount of dust build up. 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 problemsOfficial Wording
Keep all cold TCS foods at 41 degrees F or colder under mechanical refrigeration.
Inspector’s Notes
The following items in the True display cooler were measured above 41 F: -Milk measured at 52 F. -Yogurt measured at 51 F. The items were removed from the cooler and we not to be sold. The owner came and they removed the products from the store and are trying to get a credit from their supplier. The facility is not to use the cooler until it is serviced and maintaining below 41 F. Send MHD a service invoice of the cooler being serviced and working correctly. Ensure that TCS foods maintain at 41 F or 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 temperatureOfficial Wording
Clean non-food contact surfaces of equipment. Keep them clean.
Inspector’s Notes
The tracks of the cooler units had dirt debris. 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 problemsOfficial Wording
Include the following information on the food label: 1. common name of the food; 2. ingredient list; 3. quantity; 4. manufacturer name and location; 5. allergen declaration; 6. nutrition label, unless exempt; 7. fish color additives.
Inspector’s Notes
Packaged nuts were missing labeling. Provide labels with the above information. Also, the labels for Ghee and cows butter were missing ingredient list and manufacturers location. Provide. Ensure all packaged foods have complete food labels present.
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 problemsOfficial Wording
Store single-service and single-use articles in the original protective package or other effective means to protect them from contamination.
Inspector’s Notes
Aluminum containers were stored upright. Store upside down to the protect the interior of the containers. The containers were flipped upside down.
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 contaminationOfficial Wording
Store all food: • In a clean, dry location • At least 6 inches above the floor
Inspector’s Notes
A bag of onions were stored directly on the floor. Store off the ground. The facility moved the items to a shelf.
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 problemsOfficial Wording
Store clothing and other personal items in lockers or other suitable places.
Inspector’s Notes
Observed personal clothing and items stored on boxes of food. The items were moved.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Provide control of pests by routinely: • Inspecting incoming food shipments • Inspecting the premises for evidence of pests • Eliminating conditions that attract pests
Inspector’s Notes
Mouse droppings were found near the window. Clean and have the facility serviced. Seal openings from the outside and work with your pest control operation on bettering other pest control practices.
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 insectsOfficial 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 light coming from under the front door. Install a door sweep.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial Wording
Keep the physical facilities in good repair.
Inspector’s Notes
The ceiling tiles above the coolers were damaged. Replace.
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 Wording
All equipment and components must be in good repair. Keep them maintained to manufacturer's specifications.
Inspector’s Notes
The True cooler was not maintaining temperature. The facility removed all the TCS product out of the cooler. Service cooler to endure that all refrigeration is working properly. No TCS foods are to be held in the cooler until the unit is serviced and maintaining at 41 F or below.
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 issuesOfficial Wording
The business license must be posted where it can be easily seen.
Inspector’s Notes
The current City of Minneapolis food license was not posted. Post.
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 issuesOfficial Wording
Discard food that is contaminated by food employees, consumers, or other persons through contact with hands, bodily discharges or other means.
Inspector’s Notes
Cilantro was contaminated by an employee. An employee was observed cutting raw meat with gloves on and with the same gloves they went to wash cilantro. The cilantro was discarded and the container touched was washed. After handling raw meat discard gloves before switching tasks.
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 problemsOfficial record from Minneapolis Health Department, May 14, 2025 · Original Source