Routine
Sep 2, 2025
Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale
5 recorded violations
Official wording
Have a thermometer in the: • Warmest part of mechanically refrigerated units • Coldest part of hot food storage units
Inspector’s notes
Observed no thermometer in either the prep cooler or the reach in cooler. Ensure all refrigerators have a thermometer to monitor temperature.
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
All equipment and components must be in good repair. Keep them maintained to manufacturer's specifications.
Inspector’s notes
Observed thin tipped thermometer with a dead battery. Ensure all equipment is working properly.
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
Keep all intake and exhaust air ducts and filters clean.
Inspector’s notes
Observed hood baffles soiled with dust and grease. Clean at a frequency to prevent accumulation.
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
Have a test kit for the type of sanitizer used.
Inspector’s notes
Observed no quat test strips on site. Ensure you have a means to test 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial 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 service window not providing a tight seal when closed. Ensure the service window is tight-fitting to prevent pests from entering the truck.
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, Sep 2, 2025 · Original Source