Follow-Up
Aug 7, 2026
Official score: 94 · Understand this area’s scale
7 recorded violations
Official wording
Wiping cloths used for wiping surfaces must: • Be held in an approved sanitizing solution • Laundered daily
Inspector’s notes
Wet wiping cloths still stored on the prep table throughout between use. Note: Store all wet wiping cloths in a chemical sanitizer solution bucket between use at all times.
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
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
The facility still does not have a Minnesota Department of Health certified food protection manager for their food operation. The manager had a training certificate but did not get register with the state. Note: For detail info how to obtain one, please check the following website link: 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 issuesOfficial wording
Keep handwashing sinks accessible at all times. Make sure they are only used for handwashing.
Inspector’s notes
The hand sink located at the front service line area still found being used as both dump sink and hand sink. Note: Discontinue this practice. Hand sink is for hand washing purpose only. A separate sink that can be used as dump sink for hot beverage dumping may be required
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 wording
Have a test kit for the type of sanitizer used.
Inspector’s notes
Chemical test strips (Quat) not provided to accurately measuring the sanitizer concentration in use. Note: Provide and use it.
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
Clean all physical facilities (floors, walls, ceilings). Keep them clean.
Inspector’s notes
Dust builds-up observed on the ceilings and walls in the back kitchen areas. Moldy caulking also still seen at 3-compartment sink-and wall juncture. Note: 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
Use approved trapping devices or other means of pest control when pests are found.
Inspector’s notes
Live house flies still observed in the facility. Note: Exterminate them from the facility.
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
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
Non-compliant #6 clear plastic water bottles and black cups' lids found in use. Note: Replace them with the products that comply with the city's ordinances such as reusable, recyclables or compostable materials. Note; For details, please see green-to-go flyer sent with the report again.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Minneapolis Health Department, Aug 7, 2026 · Original Source