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Restaurant · Minneapolis, MN

Qdoba Mexican Eats

50 10th St S #250

Last inspected Sep 16, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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3 inspections

Routine

Sep 16, 2026

Complete

Official score: 100 · 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 that the establishment still does not employ a Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM). Informed the manager on duty that an MDH-certified CFPM must be hired as soon as possible. This remains a continued, unabated violation and will result in a minimum citation of $200 in accordance with City policy.

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 that one of the coolers was again not functioning during this inspection, though no food was stored in it. Reminded the MODs to ensure the cooler is repaired, serviced, or replaced as needed. This is a continued, unabated violation and will result in a minimum citation of $200 in accordance with City policy if not corrected immediately.

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 4626.0840CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Clean non-food contact surfaces of equipment. Keep them clean.

Inspector’s notes

Observed again that the walk-in cooler shelves were dusty, had mold residues, and required cleaning. Discussed with the MOD the importance of maintaining clean non-food contact surfaces. Reminded the MOD that this is a continued, unabated violation and will result in a minimum citation of $200 in accordance with City policy if not corrected immediately.

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 4626.0855Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Keep non-food contact equipment surfaces clean.

Inspector’s notes

Observed again that the hood canopy had oil dripping from it, and the baffles had visible smoke, dust, and grease buildup. Discussed with the MOD the importance of cleaning these surfaces regularly. Reminded the MODs that this is a continued, unabated violation and will result in a minimum citation of $200 in accordance with City policy if not corrected immediately.

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 4626.1040BWater, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Keep the plumbing system in good repair.

Inspector’s notes

erved that the handwash sink near the dishwashing area was not functioning properly and that the mop sink faucet was leaking when shut off. Informed the MOD to ensure both sinks are repaired so they operate correctly and comply with Health Department and plumbing code requirements.

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

Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, Sep 16, 2026 · Original Source

Routine

Aug 27, 2025

Complete

Official score: 100 · 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

Establishment still does not have a Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) certified food protection manager (CFPM). Emphasized with the managers on duty (MODs) the importance of having an MDH certified food manager as soon as possible.

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

Two of the coolers in establishment were not in working condition at the time of this inspection though no products were stored in them. Informed the MODs to ensure they repair/service or replace these coolers.

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 4626.0840CCleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Clean non-food contact surfaces of equipment. Keep them clean.

Inspector’s notes

The shelves of the front beverage cooler and the walk-in cooler were dusty and needed cleaning. Discuss with the MODs the importance of cleaning these non-food contact Services

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 4626.0855Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Keep non-food contact equipment surfaces clean.

Inspector’s notes

The hood canopy had oil dripping from it, and the exterior of cooking equipment and some of the cold/hot-holding equipment had grease and dusty buildups. Discussed with the MODs the importance of cleaning these surfaces on regular basis.

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 4626.1520ACleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Observed dust buildup and some stains on kitchen walls, ceilings, and floors. Informed the MODs the importance of cleaning physical facilities on regular basis.

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, Aug 27, 2025 · Original Source

Routine

Aug 27, 2024

Complete

Official score: 100 · Understand this area’s scale

1 recorded violation

minorCode MN Rule 4626.0033AOther

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

Establishment still does not have a Minnesota Dept of Health (MDH) certified food protection manager (CFPM). Informed the manager on duty (MOD) to ensure they hire an MDH certified food manager (CFPM) as soon as possible.

In plain English

A plain-English explanation is being prepared. The official wording is the authoritative record.

More about inspection finding

Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, Aug 27, 2024 · Original Source

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