Restaurant · Minneapolis, MN

Ideal Diner

Name: Ideal Diner
Address: 1314 Central Ave Ne, Minneapolis, MN

1314 Central Ave Ne

Last inspected Feb 12, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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When was Ideal Diner last inspected?: The most recent inspection on record was on Feb 12, 2026. The result listed by Minneapolis Health Department was “Complete” (official score 92).
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?: Yes: 5 violations recorded, including 1 marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?: 3 inspections on record, from Nov 27, 2023 to Feb 12, 2026.
Has Ideal Diner ever been closed by the health department?: No closure appears in the 3 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Nov 27, 2023.

The Full Inspection History

3 inspections

Routine

Feb 12, 2026

Complete

Official score: 92 · Understand This Area’s Scale

5 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 (CFPM) onsite. Employ and obtain a CFPM, post a copy of the CFPM's certificate in a conspicous area.

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 4626.0735ABEquipment and utensils

Official Wording

All equipment and components must be in good repair. Keep them maintained to manufacturer's specifications.

Inspector’s Notes

Observed dessert cold unit in the front not holding food at temp. Service. Observed 4-door upright refrigerator door not closing. Repair.

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 issues

criticalCode MN Rule 4626.0040COther

Official Wording

Keep a log to record employee illness symptoms. Have it available upon request.

Inspector’s Notes

No employee illness log provided at the time of the inspection. Obtain and keep illness log onsite and accessible for the person in charge to utilize as needed.

In Plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding

majorCode MN Rule 4626.0390AFood temperature

Official Wording

Use effective cooling methods to cool TCS foods.

Inspector’s Notes

Observed bulk container of potato cooling in the 1-door stand refrigerator. Cool in smaller portion.

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 4626.0390BFood temperature

Official Wording

While TCS foods are cooling, keep containers uncovered, unstacked, and spread out.

Inspector’s Notes

Observed bulk container of boiled potato cooling inside the 1-door stand refrigerator, which is affecting other food temperature. Informed the PIC to cool food inside the freezer or plan for another method to allow for maximum heat transfer.

In Plain English

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, Feb 12, 2026 · Original Source

Routine

Dec 18, 2024

Complete

Official score: 94 · Understand This Area’s Scale

4 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

No certified food protection manager (CFPM) onsite. Employ a CFPM.

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 4626.0735ABEquipment and utensils

Official Wording

All equipment and components must be in good repair. Keep them maintained to manufacturer's specifications.

Inspector’s Notes

Dessert cold unit observed not holding food at 41*F or below. Service the unit and store small portions of dessert until it has been serviced and properly working.

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 issues

majorCode MN Rule 4626.0442BFood temperature

Official Wording

The consumer advisory disclosure must include either: • A description of the food as raw or undercooked • An asterisk to a footnote describing the food as raw or undercooked

Inspector’s Notes

The business serves undercooked eggs onsite and does not have an asterisk on the menu items. Asterisk menu items.

In Plain English

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

criticalCode MN Rule 4626.0040COther

Official Wording

Keep a log to record employee illness symptoms. Have it available upon request.

Inspector’s Notes

No employee illness log provide as requested during the inspection. An electronic version will be sent along with the report. Print and use the report as needed.

In Plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding

Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, Dec 18, 2024 · Original Source

Routine

Nov 27, 2023

Complete

Official score: 94 · Understand This Area’s Scale

4 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 (CFPM) in the business - employ a CFPM.

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 4626.0442AFood temperature

Official Wording

Use a consumer advisory to inform customers of the increased risk of consuming raw or undercooked animal foods.

Inspector’s Notes

No consumer advisory warning on the menu - customers can request how eggs and beef patties can be done. Provide consumer advisory warning on menus and online menus. Provide an asterisk to all menu items that can be served raw or undercooked.

In Plain English

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

minorCode MN Rule 4626.0735ABEquipment and utensils

Official Wording

All equipment and components must be in good repair. Keep them maintained to manufacturer's specifications.

Inspector’s Notes

Dessert cold station was observed holding deserts higher than 41*F at the time of the inspection. Repair unit.

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 issues

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

Berry pie (50*F) and lemon pie (51*F) inside the dessert cold station were reading higher than 41*F at the time of the inspection. Maintain cold food at 41*F or below.