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Restaurant · Minneapolis, MN

Swank Eatery LLC

328 West Broadway

Last inspected Dec 18, 2025 · 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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2 inspections

Routine

Dec 18, 2025

Complete

Official score: 92 · Understand this area’s scale

5 recorded violations

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 the handwashing sink behind the bar to be blocked with racking. Make sure that handwashing sinks are designated and kept accessible.

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.

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majorCode MN Rule 4626.0715Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Have a test kit for the type of sanitizer used.

Inspector’s notes

Observed there to be no sanitizer test kit at the bar. Food grade bleach was available. Make sure that a sanitizer test kit is kept at the bar.

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.

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minorCode MN Rule 4626.1335ACleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floors, walls and/or ceiling finishes are not approved. Finishes must be smooth and easily cleanable.

Inspector’s notes

Observed bar to be cooking pizzas in tabletop pizza ovens behind the bar. The finishes of the bar are wooden and not approved for food service. Make sure that pizzas and tabletop ovens are moved into the kitchen. Make sure all areas of food prep have approved floors, walls, and ceilings.

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.

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criticalCode MN Rule 4626.0130AFood source and labeling

Official wording

All food must be from approved sources.

Inspector’s notes

Through discussion with Person-in-Charge, it was determined that food is sometimes provided to the public via potluck. Discontinue serving food to the general public that is not made/prepared in a commercial kitchen from a licensed business.

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 MN Rule 4626.1220Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

Dispose of condensate drainage, no sewage liquids and rainwater from the point of discharge to disposal according to Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Rules Chapters 7080, 7081 and 7083

Inspector’s notes

Through discussion with Person-in-Charge, it was determined that facility dumps mop water in grass located outside of the business. Make sure mop water is dumped in the mop sink, located in the front kitchen.

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

Routine

Dec 5, 2024

Complete

Official score: 96 · Understand this area’s scale

5 recorded violations

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 to be kept onsite. An employee illness log will be included in this email. Keep and maintain an employee illness log available for review.

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 4626.0033APermits, 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 the Food Safety Manager to not be in the State register for Certified Food Protection Manager. Information on getting this certificate will be included in this report. Make sure an employee gets and keeps an updated State of Minnesota Certified Food Protection Manager Certificate.

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 4626.1395AOther

Official wording

Doors and windows for all outside openings should be self-closing and tight-fitting. Seal openings along the outside of the building.

Inspector’s notes

Observed the door sweep of the front door to be damaged, providing a gap. Repair door sweep and make sure that all exterior entrances are tightly sealed to prevent pest entry into the building.

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 multiple ceiling tiles to be loosely hanging above the bar area. Repair tiles and keep physical facility in good repair.

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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minorCode MN Rule 4626.1520ACleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Observed ceiling fans above the bar area to be dusty. Clean and keep physical facilities clean.

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.

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Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, Dec 5, 2024 · Original Source

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