Restaurant · Minneapolis, MN

Shaw's Bar & Grill

Name: Shaw's Bar & Grill
Address: 1528 University Ave Ne, Minneapolis, MN

1528 University Ave Ne

Last inspected Aug 17, 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

Aug 17, 2026

Complete

Official score: 94 · Understand this area’s scale

4 recorded violations

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 styrofoam onsite - remove.

In plain English

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

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criticalCode MN Rule 4626.0040COther

Official wording

Keep a log to record employee illness symptoms. Have it available upon request.

Inspector’s notes

Observed no employee illness log onsite at the time of the inspection - an electronic copy will be sent along with report. Print and use as necessary.

In plain English

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

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minorCode MN Rule 4626.1515Facility maintenance

Official wording

Keep the physical facilities in good repair.

Inspector’s notes

Observed missing tiles below the 3-compartment sink and in front of the ice machine located in the back prep small - repair and install tiles.

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.

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majorCode MN Rule 4626.0349FFood temperature

Official wording

Develop written procedures for the raw animal food noncontinuous cooking process and obtain prior approval from the regulatory authority before implementation.

Inspector’s notes

Per discussion with the owner, chicken wings are fried, cool down, and refried as ordered but there are no written procedures for the par-cooking. A copy of the form will be sent along with the report. Fill out the form and keep it in-house. This form will be requested at the next inspection.

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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Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, Aug 17, 2026 · Original Source

Routine

Jul 24, 2025

Complete

Official score: 94 · 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 no certified food protection manager (CFPM) at the business. Obtain a CFPM.

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 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 styrofoam cups and #6 plastic cups at the bar, styrofoam to-go containers in the kitchen. Provide compliance materials.

In plain English

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

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minorCode MN Rule 4626.1260Other

Official wording

Have a covered trash can in toilet rooms.

Inspector’s notes

Observed trash can in restrooms with no lid. Provide.

In plain English

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

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criticalCode MN Rule 4626.0040COther

Official wording

Keep a log to record employee illness symptoms. Have it available upon request.

Inspector’s notes

Observed no employee illness log at the time of the inspection. PIC was not able to locate illness log when requested. Obtain and use an illness log as necessary.

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 4626.1110ABHandwashing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Observed far end handwashing station blocked with a pack of water bottle. Remove, handwashing station must be accessible at all times. PIC removed water bottle.

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.

Jun 27, 2024

Complete

Official score: 96 · 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

No certified food protection manager (CFPM) posted onsite, observed ServSafe only. Obtain a CFPM. An application will be sent along with the report for the person in charge to fill and send to the state health department.

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 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

Styrofoam to-go containers and #6 portion cups used at the business. Discussed with the owner and person in charge to discontinue using non-compliance materials and obtain compliance materials. Green to Go flyer along with resources will be sent along with the report.

In plain English

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

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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

Ice machine shield on the interior observed with debris - clean as necessary.

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.

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minorCode MN Rule 4626.1260Other

Official wording

Have a covered trash can in toilet rooms.

Inspector’s notes

Observed trash can not cover in both of the bathroom - cover trash can.

In plain English

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

More about other finding

criticalCode MN Rule 4626.0040COther

Official wording

Keep a log to record employee illness symptoms. Have it available upon request.

Inspector’s notes

No employee illness log onsite at the time of the inspection. An electronic illness log will be sent along with the report. Print and use illness log as necessary.