Candyland

Year by year

Inspections

1. Jan 28, 2026 Routine Score 96
   • Not serious Priority 2

     Have hand soap at all handwashing sinks.

     There was no soap at handsink in chocolate processing room. Provide and maintain soap at this handsink at all times.

     Code MN Rule 4626.1440

   • Not serious Priority 2 Corrected on site

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

     Access to hand wash sink in chocolate processing room was blocked. This was corrected while present.

     Code MN Rule 4626.1110AB

   • Not serious Priority 3

     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

     Observed a green hose from ceiling extending down inside the fill line of mop sink. Cut hose so that it does not extend down inside mop sink.

     Code MN Rule 4626.1220

   • Not serious Priority 3

     Keep the physical facilities in good repair.

     Repair the damaged ceiling in chocolate processing room so that it is smooth and washable.

     Code MN Rule 4626.1515

   • Not serious Priority 3

     Store in-use food preparation and serving utensils only on clean, sanitized surfaces.

     Observed several items being stored in popcorn unit immersed in the popcorn. Discontinue this practice. Store these items on a clean and sanitized surface or place a stainless steel divider between the popcorn and the stored utensils as we discussed during inspection.

     Code MN Rule 4626.0275C

   • Not serious Priority 3

     Protect food from cross-contamination by using packages or covered containers.

     At the front counter area observed uncovered salt and baking soda containers. Provide a lid or cover on these containers.

     Code MN Rule 4626.0235A(4)

2. Jul 25, 2024 Routine Score 96
   • Not serious Priority 2

     Have hand soap at all handwashing sinks.

     There was no soap or soap dispenser at handsink outside employee bathroom. Provide and maintain soap at this handsink at all times.

     Code MN Rule 4626.1440

   • Not serious Priority 2

     Keep at each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks one of: • A supply of disposable towels • A continuous towel system • An approved air temperature hand drying device

     There were no paper towels at handsink outside employee restroom. Install a paper towel dispenser and provide paper towels at all times.

     Code MN Rule 4626.1445

   • Not serious Priority 3

     Post a sign at all handwashing sinks used by employees to remind them to wash their hands.

     Provide a hand wash sign at handsink in bathroom and in chocolate room.

     Code MN Rule 4626.1457

   • Not serious Priority 3

     Keep the toilet room doors closed except during cleaning and maintenance operations.

     Observed bathroom door propped wide open. Keep bathroom door closed.

     Code MN Rule 4626.1555

3. Feb 3, 2023 Routine Score 100
   • Not serious Priority 3

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

     Mop sink basin soiled with build up and debris. Clean and maintain clean.

     Code MN Rule 4626.1520A

   • Not serious Priority 3

     Wiping cloths used for wiping surfaces must: • Be held in an approved sanitizing solution • Laundered daily

     Wiping cloth bucket sanitizer concentration observed less than 50 ppm. Ensure that this sanitizer (chlorine) is maintained between 50-200 ppm. Testing and appropriate range reviewed with the manager.

     Code MN Rule 4626.0285B

   • Not serious Priority 3

     Food employees must use a closed beverage container within the food preparation or utensil washing areas.

     Open canned beverage in the chocolate room along with cell phone and closed beverage container on the food prep table of the chocolate room. Reviewed proper storage of personal belongings with employee working this station. Ensure that all personal belongings are stored in a manner that doesn't contaminate food prep spaces.

     Code MN Rule 4626.0105B

   • Not serious Priority 3

     Include the following information on the food label: 1. common name of the food; 2. ingredient list; 3. quantity; 4. manufacturer name and location; 5. allergen declaration; 6. nutrition label, unless exempt; 7. fish color additives.

     Cotton candy is bagged in store and displayed packaged in the customer service area. These bags don't include a pack address or pack on date. Ensure that all food packaged for self-service is labeled with complete retail food labeling requirements. Labeling requirements reviewed with the manager and a fact sheet is bring provided with this report.

     Code MN Rule 4626.435B (1-4,6-7)