Routine
Oct 27, 2026
Official score: 92 · Understand This Area’s Scale
7 recorded violations
Official Wording
Place fixed equipment to allow access for cleaning or, seal to adjoining equipment or walls.
Inspector’s Notes
Observed that the handwashing and prep sinks were no longer sealed to the adjoining wall. Reseal the sinks to prevent water or pests from getting behind them.
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
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 one live cockroach behind a handwashing sink. Immediately implement corrective measures to eliminate the pest activity.
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 insectsOfficial Wording
The services of a licensed pest control operator shall be required when a facility has evidence of rodent or insect activity to the extent that rodent droppings are visible, or live insects are seen during an inspection. The facility shall maintain records of the pest control operator's services on file for inspection. (2003-Or-023, ? 3, 2-28-03)
Inspector’s Notes
Observed evidence of active pest activity in the establishment. The Person In Charge was unable to provide information on their Pest Control Operator. Hire a licensed Pest Control Operator and have them implement appropriate corrective measures to prevent further pest activity. A Risk Control Plan will be implemented to address this ongoing issue.
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 insectsOfficial Wording
Use effective cooling methods to cool TCS foods.
Inspector’s Notes
Observed a spinach stew cooling in a large food storage container with the lid. The Person In Charge was instructed to stop placing TCS food in deep containers during cooling and to place it in a shallow pan. At the time of inspection, the stew was transferred to 2-inch hotel pans. More information on proper cooling methods has been provided 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 temperatureOfficial Wording
While TCS foods are cooling, keep containers uncovered, unstacked, and spread out.
Inspector’s Notes
Observed spinach stew cooling in a large food container with the lid covering it. The Person In Charge was instructed to leave TCS foods uncovered during the cooling process to ensure the food cools down properly. The stew was transferred to 2-inch hotel pans and left uncovered to promote rapid cooling.
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 temperatureOfficial Wording
Keep a log to record employee illness symptoms. Have it available upon request.
Inspector’s Notes
Observed no employee illness log on site. An illness log has been provided with the report. Print and use as instructed.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial Wording
Keep the plumbing system in good repair.
Inspector’s Notes
Observed the handwashing sink adjacent to the dish machine with both the hot and cold-water valves turned off. Per the Person In Charge (PIC), the valves were turned off due to a leak. Repair the sink to ensure employees have access to a functioning handwashing sink.
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 problemsOfficial record from Minneapolis Health Department, Oct 27, 2026 · Original Source