Restaurant · Minneapolis, MN

Punch Neapolitan Pizza

Name: Punch Neapolitan Pizza
Address: 208 Hennepin Ave E, Minneapolis, MN

208 Hennepin Ave E

Last inspected May 28, 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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3 inspections

Routine

May 28, 2026

Complete

Official score: 96 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

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

All foods in the salad prep cooler were found to be above 41F. Examples include blue cheese dressing at 60F and chickpeas at 61F. Upon inspection the outlet for the cooler had tripped and there was no power to the cooler. This was likely caused by water hitting the outlet when mopping the floors the previous evening. All TCS foods were discarded. Discussed ways to hold foods for salad preparations until the cooler has reached 41F or below. Tomato sauce for pizza is held at room temperature. Keep tomato sauce at 41F or below. Guidance on time as control, working supply and lab testing provided with 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.

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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

The ware washing thermometer used to measure the utensil surface temperature needs to be repaired or replaced. The dishwasher was run three time with a disposable temperature indicator for 160F, inspectors waterproof thermometer and the restaurants thermometer. The restaurant thermometer temperature was approximately ten degrees lower than the disposable temperature indicator and the inspectors thermometer.

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.

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minorCode MCO 204.30BOther

Official 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

Observed #7 compostable plastic lids used for the artichoke dip containers. There are no compost waste bins on site. You must have compost waste bins on site when compostable plastics are used. Discontinue using compostable plastics or provide compost waste bins.

In plain English

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

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Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, May 28, 2026 · Original Source

Routine

May 22, 2025

Complete

Official score: 96 · Understand this area’s scale

1 recorded violation

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 tomato (pizza) sauce held at room temperature. Observed red wine vinaigrette containing fresh garlic & oil held at room temperature. These are considered TCS foods and need to be kept under time or temperature control. Alternatively these products could be lab test for safety. Maintain any lab test results on site for inspections.

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Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, May 22, 2025 · Original Source

Routine

May 23, 2024

Complete

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

5 recorded violations

minorCode MCO 188.390Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

The business license must be posted where it can be easily seen.

Inspector’s notes

License is not posted. License provided with report, post.

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.

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minorCode MN Rule 4626.0435CFood source and labeling

Official wording

Label consumer self-dispensing bulk food with the following information: 1. manufacturer's or processor's label; 2. a card or sign with the common name of the food; 3. list of ingredients; 4. nutrition labeling, unless exempt.

Inspector’s notes

Soda machine is lacking ingredient labels. Contact supplier to provide labels.

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

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minorCode MCO 204.30AOther

Official wording

Provide containers for food or beverages prepared for takeout or to be eaten immediately. Containers must be reuseable, recyclable or compostable.

Inspector’s notes

Observed #6 plastic water cups. These are not recyclable. Discussed Green to Go ordinance requirements with PIC, guidance document provided with report.

In plain English

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

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majorCode MN Rule 4626.0680AWater, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Have a three-compartment sink with drainboards attached at each end. The three-compartment sink is for washing, rinsing, and sanitizing equipment and utensils by hand.

Inspector’s notes

There is no three compartment sink. Provide.

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.

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minorCode MCO 188.370Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

When a food establishment is altered or newly constructed, plans or suitable drawings and specifications shall be submitted to the manager of environmental health and such plans and specifications must be approved before such work is begun. Plans and specifications shall be in sufficient detail so that an accurate and complete appraisal can be made as to compliance with the provisions of this chapter. Failure to submit plans for approval may result in the closing down of operations until plans have been approved. New risk 1 licensees or risk 2 licensees shall be required to complete a process review. The applicable plan review fees are contained in Appendix J. Failure to pay the fee at the time of submitting the plans will result in a delay of the plan review approval process. (99-Or-119,§ 1, 10-29-99; 2003-Or-023,§ 1, 2-28-03)

Inspector’s notes

There is no three compartment sink. Before installing submit plans to the health department. Contact inspector with any questions.

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, May 23, 2024 · Original Source