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Pat's Tap

3510 Nicollet Ave

Last inspected Jun 2, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Repeat problemsSerious findings or closures appear in two or more of the last three inspections. Review the dated records below.

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4 inspections

Routine

Jun 2, 2026

Complete

Official score: 94 · Understand this area’s scale

10 recorded violations

minorCode MN Rule 4626.0960AContamination

Official wording

Discontinue storage of food, clean equipment, linens, utensils, in locker rooms; toilet rooms; garbage rooms; mechanical rooms; under unshielded sewer lines; under leaking water lines or sources of condensation or moisture; under open stairwells; or under other sources of contamination.

Inspector’s notes

Observed single service items stored in unfinished basement area under water lines. Ensure items are stored properly and protected from contamination.

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 contamination
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 prep cooler holding time/temperature controlled for safety foods above 41F. Ensure all equipment is maintained in good 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
minorCode MN Rule 4626.0033DPermits, training, and postings

Official wording

Post the Certified Food Protection Manager certificate.

Inspector’s notes

Observed no current certified food protection manager(CFPM) certificate posted. Ensure current CFPM certificate is posted.

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 4626.0442BFood 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

Observed the menu (online and printed) is missing the consumer advisory notation for animal foods offered to be cooked under the required temperature (2 eggs and hashbrowns, and the burgers). Ensure consumer advisory is on each animal food which is offered to the consumer below the required cooking temperature.

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
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

Observed prep cooler was holding time/temperature controlled for safety (TCS) foods above 41F. Ensure all cold-holding TCS foods are maintained at 41F and below to prevent pathogen growth. At time of inspection discussed cooler with PIC foods were stocked in the cooler less than an hour before the inspection. Had PIC move items that were above 41 to a unit holding at 41F and below. Discussed getting the unit serviced before using again.

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 4626.1040BWater, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Keep the plumbing system in good repair.

Inspector’s notes

Observed leak down stairs next to hot-water heater and on old, unused equipment. Ensure the plumbing system is maintained in good repair.

In plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems
minorCode MN Rule 4626.1580ABFacility maintenance

Official wording

Remove all items unnecessary to the operation of the business from the premises.

Inspector’s notes

Observed excessive unused equipment, and boxes in basement. Ensure all unnecessary items are removed from the premises.

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 issues
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 gap under basement door that leads outside. Ensure outside openings are sealed.

In plain English

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

More about other finding
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 feces in basement with harborage conditions of clutter, water stained boxes, and unused equipment with food debris. Ensure pests are controlled.

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 4626.0275CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Store in-use food preparation and serving utensils only on clean, sanitized surfaces.

Inspector’s notes

Observed ice cream scoop in basement in container of room temperature water. Observed tongs stored in sanitizer solution in bucket. Ensure in-use utensils are properly stored on a clean, sanitized surface.

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, Jun 2, 2026 · Original Source

Follow-Up

Jun 16, 2025

Complete

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

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 prep cooler 1 was holding at an air temperature of 54F. Observed two drawer cooler under grill was in disrepair. Ensure all equipment is maintained in good repair. TCS food was removed prior to inspection.

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
minorCode MN Rule 4626.0033DPermits, training, and postings

Official wording

Post the Certified Food Protection Manager certificate.

Inspector’s notes

Observed no CFPM certificate posted. Discussed with PIC to post Stephanie's at the store until the new hire has gotten their certificate. Ensure a CFPM certificate is posted.

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 4626.0442BFood 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

Observed online menu did not have the asterisk used to note undercooked animal foods for burgers or undercooked eggs. Ensure all menus have the proper consumer notice.

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

Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, Jun 16, 2025 · Original Source

Routine

Jun 2, 2025

Complete

Official score: 86 · Understand this area’s scale

9 recorded violations

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 Prep Cooler #1 was in dis repair and holding food over 41F. Ensure all equipment is maintained in good 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
minorCode MN Rule 4626.0033DPermits, training, and postings

Official wording

Post the Certified Food Protection Manager certificate.

Inspector’s notes

Observed no Minnesota Department of Health Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) certificate posted on site. Ensure one is posted.

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 wet rags being stored on the prep counter. Ensure all rags are stored in sanitizing solution to prevent bacteria growth.

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 4626.0442BFood 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

Observed online menu did not note burgers with a consumer advisory. Ensure consumer advisory is noted next to any animal foods which may be under cooked.

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
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

Observed prep cooler #1 holding time/temperature controlled for safety (TCS) foods between 53F-56F (see listed items in measurements). Ensure all TCS foods are held at 41F and below to prevent pathogen growth. At time of inspection PIC discarded TCS foods above 41F in prep cooler.

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 4626.1110ABHandwashing

Official wording

Keep handwashing sinks accessible at all times. Make sure they are only used for handwashing.

Inspector’s notes

Observed cup inside of handwashing sink. Observed handwashing sink being blocked by two trashcans. Ensure hand washing sinks are accessible at all times. PIC moved the items at time of inspection.

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 problems
criticalCode MN Rule 4626.0405AOther

Official wording

Throw away TCS foods seven days after being made or opened. Day one is the date food was made or opened.

Inspector’s notes

Observed slaw dressing with date mark of 4/11, Observed "tater" dressing with date mark of 4/11. Observed no date mark on sliced meats and cheeses in prep table #2. Ensure foods are discarded or used seven days after the earliest ingredient is prepared. PIC discarded items at time of inspection.

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 4626.1440Handwashing

Official wording

Have hand soap at all handwashing sinks.

Inspector’s notes

Observed bar hand washing sink was without soap. Ensure each hand washing sink is provided with soap, paper towels, sign, and trashcan to make handwashing accessible and easy.

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 problems
minorCode MCO 188.380Handwashing

Official wording

Food businesses must have handwashing sinks with a water temperature of: • At least 100 degrees F • Not hotter than 130 degrees F • If children use the sink, the water temperature must not be hotter than 120 degrees F

Inspector’s notes

Observed hand washing sink was above 130F. Ensure water at a hand washing sink is not more than 130F to prevent scalding.

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 problems

Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, Jun 2, 2025 · Original Source

Routine

May 31, 2024

Complete

Official score: 96 · Understand this area’s scale

10 recorded violations

minorCode MN Rule 4626.1515Facility maintenance

Official wording

Keep the physical facilities in good repair.

Inspector’s notes

Observed broken wall tiles beside kitchen dish machine. Missing ceiling tiles also seen above ice maker and walk-in freezer areas. Note: Repair.

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 issues
minorCode MN Rule 4626.0033DPermits, training, and postings

Official wording

Post the Certified Food Protection Manager certificate.

Inspector’s notes

There was no CFPM certificate posted as required. Note: Post CFPM certificate in a conspicuous location.

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

Obser4ved rusted lower shelves of the prep table located in the basement. Note: Clean/ paint or replace to eliminate rusting.

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
minorCode MN Rule 4626.0845EContamination

Official wording

Clean surfaces contacting non-TCS foods: • When surfaces may have been contaminated • At least once every 24 hours for consumer self-service utensils • Before restocking consumer self-service equipment and utensils • As often as needed to keep surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

Old food residue build-up observed on the blade of the can opener. Note: Clean

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 contamination
minorCode MN Rule 4626.1520ACleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Black mold growth seen at wall -dishwasher drain board 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 problems
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 state of Minnesota health Department certified food protection manager (CFPM) for the facility. Note: Send the copy of ServSafe Certificate and application to MDH to obtain the state CFPM certificate.

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 4626.1457Handwashing

Official wording

Post a sign at all handwashing sinks used by employees to remind them to wash their hands.

Inspector’s notes

Handwashing signage missing at hand sink located downstairs. Note: Provide

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 problems
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 wet wiping cloths stored on the prep tables. Note: Store all wet wiping cloths in chemical sanitizer solution buckets 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 problems
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

Asterisks to a footnote describing the hamburger as raw or undercooked missing from the hamburger menu. Note: Provide it. Note: For details, please see the consumer advisory notice sent with the report.

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 4626.0710BFood temperature

Official wording

Have an item to verify the surface temperature of dishes reaches 160 degrees F inside mechanical hot water dishwashers.

Inspector’s notes

T-stick or device not provided to measure the rack surface temperature high temp mechanical dishwasher. Note: Provide and use it as required.

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

Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, May 31, 2024 · Original Source

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