Institution · Minneapolis, MN

Heritage Academy

Name: Heritage Academy
Address: 3328 Elliot Ave, Minneapolis, MN

3328 Elliot Ave

Last inspected Oct 22, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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When was Heritage Academy last inspected?: The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 22, 2026. The result listed by Minneapolis Health Department was “Complete” (official score 96).
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?: Yes: 3 violations recorded, including 1 marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?: 7 inspections on record, from Oct 16, 2023 to Oct 22, 2026.
Has Heritage Academy ever been closed by the health department?: No closure appears in the 7 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Oct 16, 2023.

The Full Inspection History

7 inspections

Routine

Oct 22, 2026

Complete

Official score: 96 · Understand This Area’s Scale

3 recorded violations

criticalCode MN Rule 4626.0165AFood temperature

Official Wording

Discontinue sale or service of TCS foods not received at a temperature of 41 degrees F (5 degrees C) or below.

Inspector’s Notes

Observed TCS food being delivered during inspection to exceeding the established cold-holding threshold. Milk, chicken chili, and yogurt were observed to be holding between 51-57F at time of delivery. The Person In Charge was asked to check food temperatures immediately upon delivery and reject any food received above 41F.

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 4626.1565ABDPests

Official Wording

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

Observed mouse droppings in different areas of the kitchen including the dry storage room and equipment room. Clean droppings and sanitize affected area. Ensure your Pest Control Operator is conducting more frequent visits.

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

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 certificate on-site. Ensure that at least one full-time staff member holds MN-issued certificate. Minnesota Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) - MN Dept. of Health

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, Oct 22, 2026 · Original Source

Routine

May 18, 2026

Complete

Official score: 100 · Understand This Area’s Scale

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, May 18, 2026 · Original Source

Routine

Nov 5, 2025

Complete

Official score: 100 · Understand This Area’s Scale

1 recorded violation

minorCode MN Rule 4626.1520ACleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

Observed mouse droppings along the base of kitchen walls. Clean and sanitize all affected areas.

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, Nov 5, 2025 · Original Source

Routine

Apr 23, 2025

Complete

Official score: 100 · Understand This Area’s Scale

3 recorded violations

minorCode MN Rule 4626.1565ABDPests

Official Wording

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

Observed a significant amount of mouse droppings along the floors of kitchen walls, indicating an active rodent activity. Immediate action is required. You must have your Pest Control Operators come more frequently and implement measures to prevent further infestation.

In Plain English

More about signs of rodents or insects

minorCode MN Rule 4626.1395AOther

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 a large gap in the doors of the delivery room, creating a potential entry point for rodents and other pests. All exterior doors must be tightly sealed to prevent pest entry.

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 4626.1520ACleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

Observed a large amount of mouse droppings on the kitchen floors. You must sanitize affected areas and implement cleaning protocols to prevent contamination. A citation will be issued if issue is not corrected before your next inspection.

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, Apr 23, 2025 · Original Source

Routine

Oct 22, 2024

Complete

Official score: 100 · Understand This Area’s Scale

1 recorded violation

minorCode MN Rule 4626.1565ABDPests

Official Wording

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

Observed mouse droppings in multiple areas around kitchen. Conversation was had with Person In Charge regarding the importance of cleaning droppings and having their Pest Control Operators come with more frequency.

In Plain English

More about signs of rodents or insects

Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, Oct 22, 2024 · Original Source

Routine

Apr 8, 2024

Complete

Official score: 100 · Understand This Area’s Scale

1 recorded violation

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 certificate on-site. Ensure that at least one full-time staff member holds a State of MN-issued CFPM certificate and post copy as requested.

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, Apr 8, 2024 · Original Source

Routine

Oct 16, 2023

Complete

Official score: 98 · 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 certificate on-site. Ensure that at least one full-time staff member holds a State of MN-issued CFPM certificate and post copy as requested.

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

minorCode MN Rule 4626.0285BCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Wiping cloths used for wiping surfaces must: • Be held in an approved sanitizing solution • Laundered daily

Inspector’s Notes

Observed several wet wiping cloths not held in sanitizer buckets. Wiping cloths should be held in a bucket with chemical sanitizer solution.

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

majorCode MN Rule 4626.0715Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Have a test kit for the type of sanitizer used.

Inspector’s Notes

Observed no quat test strips on-site. Obtain and utilize test kit.

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, Oct 16, 2023 · Original Source