Institution · Minneapolis, MN

Way To Grow

Name: Way To Grow
Address: 3355 4th St N, Minneapolis, MN

3355 4th St N

Last inspected Apr 7, 2025 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.

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2 inspections

Routine

Apr 7, 2025

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Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

minorCode MN Rule 4626.0300ACleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Store all food: • In a clean, dry location • At least 6 inches above the floor

Inspector’s notes

Observed food utensils and bowls to be stored on racking less than 6 inches off the floor. Store food items at least 6 inches off the floor.

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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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 in the snack area to also be used for washing employee dishes. Designate handwashing sink and only use them for washing hands.

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.

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 of Minnesota Certified Food Protection Manager certificate posted onsite. Instructions on getting this certificate will be included in this report. Ensure that an employee obtains a State of Minnesota Certified Food Protection Manager certificate and that it is posted onsite.

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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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Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, Apr 7, 2025 · Original Source

Routine

Oct 4, 2023

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Official score: 94 · Understand this area’s scale

3 recorded violations

majorCode MN Rule 4626.0715Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Have a test kit for the type of sanitizer used.

Inspector’s notes

Observed bleach (chlorine) to be used onsite as a sanitizing solution, but establishment does not have test strips available to test the sanitizer concentration. . It was discussed with the Person-In-Charge the importance of being able to ensure proper sanitizer concentration to prevent chemical contamination of food products while also ensuring proper sanitization of surfaces. Provide and maintain sanitizer test strips onsite.

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 4626.1620Chemicals

Official wording

Use only chemical sanitizers on food-contact surfaces that meet Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations requirements: • Part 180, section 180.940 • Part 180, subpart E, section 180.2020

Inspector’s notes

Observed the bleach (chlorine) solution in a spray bottle to be at a concentration of 200 ppm. It was discussed with Person-In-Charge the importance of maintaining an appropriate sanitizer concentration to prevent potential chemical contamination of food and food products. The spray bottle was diluted during the inspection and a concentration of 50 ppm was observed. Maintain chlorine sanitizer concentration between 50 - 100 ppm.

In plain English

Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.

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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 plastic #6 single use cups to be in use at establishment. Information on the City of Minneapolis' Green-To-Go ordinance will be included in this report. Ensure that recyclable/compostable single use items are provided.

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

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Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, Oct 4, 2023 · Original Source

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