Institution · Minneapolis, MN

Las Estrellas School

Name: Las Estrellas School
Address: 1201 University Ave Ne, Minneapolis, MN

1201 University Ave Ne

Last inspected Sep 29, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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When was Las Estrellas School last inspected?: The most recent inspection on record was on Sep 29, 2026. The result listed by Minneapolis Health Department was “Complete” (official score 100).
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?: Yes: 2 violations recorded, none marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?: 6 inspections on record, from Nov 21, 2023 to Sep 29, 2026.
Has Las Estrellas School ever been closed by the health department?: No closure appears in the 6 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Nov 21, 2023.

The Full Inspection History

6 inspections

Routine

Sep 29, 2026

Complete

Official score: 100 · Understand This Area’s Scale

2 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 state certified food protection manager (CFPM) at the time of the inspection. Obtain and employ 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.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues

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 out of service refrigerator units in the establishment - remove.

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

Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, Sep 29, 2026 · Original Source

Routine

Dec 18, 2025

Complete

Official score: 100 · Understand This Area’s Scale

2 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) onsite. Obtain and post a CFPM certificate in a conspicuous area.

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 4626.1580ABFacility maintenance

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

Observed refrigeration units that are not in use stored in the facility - remove all units or equipment that are not for the facility's daily operation use.

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

Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, Dec 18, 2025 · Original Source

Routine

May 27, 2025

Complete

Official score: 100 · Understand This Area’s Scale

2 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). Obtain and post a CFPM certificate onsite.

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 2-door stand refrigerator foot plate has come off. 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

Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, May 27, 2025 · Original Source

Routine

Dec 10, 2024

Complete

Official score: 100 · Understand This Area’s Scale

2 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) onsite. Employ a CFPM and post a copy of the CFPM certificate in a conspicuous area.

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

2-door stand refrigerator foot plate has come off. Repair the plate.

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

Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, Dec 10, 2024 · Original Source

Routine

May 28, 2024

Complete

Official score: 98 · Understand This Area’s Scale

3 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) onsite. The school uses a CFPM from another location - a CFPM is not transferable. Obtain CFPM onsite.

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

The 2-door stand refrigerator foot plate has come off. Repair to prevent the plate from being a hazard to employee safety.

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

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

Handwashing sink blocked at the time of the inspection. Person in charge removed speed rack for inspector use. Handwashing station must be accessible at all times.

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.

Nov 21, 2023

Complete

Official score: 100 · Understand This Area’s Scale

1 recorded violation

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) certificate was onsite at the time of the inspection. Provide.

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, Nov 21, 2023 · Original Source