Clinton Halal Meat

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Inspections

1. Sep 10, 2026 Follow-Up Score 94
   • Not serious Priority 2

     Use approved trapping devices or other means of pest control when pests are found.

     OBSERVED FRUIT / DRAIN FLIES BY THE 3-COMP SINK. CONTACT YOUR PEST CONTROL COMPANY TO ADDRESS AND ELIMINATE FLIES. HAVE INVOICES AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW BY THE HEALTH INSPECTOR.

     Code MN Rule 4626.1565C

   • Serious Priority 1

     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

     OBSERVED REGULAR HOUSEHOLD BLEACH IN THE ESTABLISHMENT. THIS PRODUCT IS BEING USED FOR SANITIZING. OBTAIN CHLORINE SOLUTION (BLEACH) OR OTHER SANITIZER THAT IS SPECIFIC FOR SANITIZING FOOD CONTACT SURFACES. IT WILL STATE ON THE LABEL SOMETHING LIKE “FOR SANITIZING GLASSES, DISHES, UTENSILS, ETC”. THESE PRODUCTS HAVE INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO USE AND DILUTE IT. ALWAYS CHECK WITH APPROPRIATE TEST STRIP THE CONCENTRATION OF THE SANITIZER. AN EXAMPLE OF THE LABEL REQUIREMENTS WAS SEND VIA TEXT.

     Code MN Rule 4626.1620

   • Not serious Priority 3

     The services of a licensed pest control operator shall be required when a facility has evidence of rodent or insect activity to the extent that rodent droppings are visible, or live insects are seen during an inspection. The facility shall maintain records of the pest control operator's services on

     OBSERVED FRUIT / DRAIN FLIES BY THE 3-COMP SINK. NO LICENSED PEST CONTROL CONTRACT AVAILABLE DURING INSPECTION. PROVIDE A CURRENT DETAILED INVOICE / CONTRACT ADDRESSING PEST IN THE ESTABLISHMENT (SMALL FLIES). HAVE INVOICES AVAILABLE FOR HEALTH INSPECTIONS.

     Code MCO 188.590

2. Aug 26, 2026 Routine Score 82
   • Serious Priority 1

     Provide a pressure type vacuum breaker device on water supply lines used for water pressure cleaning systems, recoil hose reels, flex hose water supplies, or other situations where the control valve is located downstream from the water supply source. Atmospheric vacuum breakers are prohibited in the

     OBSERVED GREEN PRESSURIZED HOSE AT THE MOP SINK WITH A “B642 DEVICE” BUT NO BLEEDING DEVICE. THIS SET UP IS NOT RIGHT DUE TO LACK OF PROPER BACK FLOW PREVENTION AND NO BLEEDING DEVICE. YOU HAVE TWO OPTIONS: 1.- GET RID OF THE HOSE OR 2.- INSTALL A BACK FLOW DEVICE SUCH AS 1052 AND A PRESSURE BLEEDING DEVICE. DO NOT LEAVE WATER OPEN / ON FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME. THIS WILL NEGATE USE OF 1052.

     Code MN Rule 4626.1085A

   • Not serious Priority 3

     Keep the physical facilities in good repair.

     OBSERVED SOME DAMAGE CEILING TILES. REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN THE FACILITY.

     Code MN Rule 4626.1515

   • Not serious Priority 2

     Use approved trapping devices or other means of pest control when pests are found.

     OBSERVED FRUIT / DRAIN FLIES BY THE 3-COMP SINK. CONTACT YOUR PEST CONTROL COMPANY TO ADDRESS AND ELIMINATE FLIES. HAVE INVOICES AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW BY THE HEALTH INSPECTOR.

     Code MN Rule 4626.1565C

   • Serious Priority 1

     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

     OBSERVED REGULAR HOUSEHOLD BLEACH IN THE ESTABLISHMENT. THIS PRODUCT IS BEING USED FOR SANITIZING. OBTAIN CHLORINE SOLUTION (BLEACH) OR OTHER SANITIZER THAT IS SPECIFIC FOR SANITIZING FOOD CONTACT SURFACES. IT WILL STATE ON THE LABEL SOMETHING LIKE “FOR SANITIZING GLASSES, DISHES, UTENSILS, ETC”. THESE PRODUCTS HAVE INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO USE AND DILUTE IT. ALWAYS CHECK WITH APPROPRIATE TEST STRIP THE CONCENTRATION OF THE SANITIZER. AN EXAMPLE OF THE LABEL REQUIREMENTS WAS SEND VIA TEXT.

     Code MN Rule 4626.1620

   • Serious Priority 1

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

     NO EMPLOYEE ILLNESS LOG AVAILABLE DURING INSPECTION. MAINTAIN IN THE FACILITY A LOG TO BE ABLE TO RECORD REQUIRED ILLNESSES / SYMPTOMS, EXCLUSION DATES, ETC. BE SURE THE PERSON IN CHARGE CAN LOCATE THE LOG UPON REQUEST BY THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT. A SAMPLE IS ATTACHED TO THIS REPORT.

     Code MN Rule 4626.0040C

   • Not serious Priority 3

     The services of a licensed pest control operator shall be required when a facility has evidence of rodent or insect activity to the extent that rodent droppings are visible, or live insects are seen during an inspection. The facility shall maintain records of the pest control operator's services on

     OBSERVED FRUIT / DRAIN FLIES BY THE 3-COMP SINK. NO LICENSED PEST CONTROL CONTRACT AVAILABLE DURING INSPECTION. PROVIDE A CURRENT DETAILED INVOICE / CONTRACT ADDRESSING PEST IN THE ESTABLISHMENT (SMALL FLIES). HAVE INVOICES AVAILABLE FOR HEALTH INSPECTIONS.

     Code MCO 188.590

   • Not serious Priority 3

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

     OBSERVED BOXES WITH MEAT STORED DIRECTLY ONTO THE WALK IN FREEZER FLOOR. DO NO STORE FOOD ON THE FLOOR.

     Code MN Rule 4626.0300A

   • 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

     PAPER TOWELS WERE MISSING AT HANDWASHING SINK. KEEP ALL HAND SINKS FULLY STOCKED AT ALL TIMES.

     Code MN Rule 4626.1445

   • Not serious Priority 3

     All equipment and components must be in good repair. Keep them maintained to manufacturer's specifications.

     OBSERVED EXCESSIVE ICE ACCUMULATION INSIDE REACH DOWN FREEZER. MAINTAIN FREEZER FREE OF EXCESSIVE ICE ACCORDING TO THE MANUFACTURE’S INSTRUCTIONS.

     Code MN Rule 4626.0735AB

   • Not serious Priority 2

     Have a thin-tipped food thermometer easily available to measure the internal temperature of thin pieces of food.

     NO FOOD THERMOMETER AVAILABLE. PROVIDE A “THIN PROBE” THERMOMETER TO BE ABLE TO ASSESS INTERNAL TEMPERATURES OF FOOD.

     Code MN Rule 4626.0705B

3. Feb 20, 2025 Follow-Up Score 92
   • Serious Priority 1

     Provide a pressure type vacuum breaker device on water supply lines used for water pressure cleaning systems, recoil hose reels, flex hose water supplies, or other situations where the control valve is located downstream from the water supply source. Atmospheric vacuum breakers are prohibited in the

     OBSERVED GREEN PRESSURIZED HOSE AT THE MOP SINK. 1011 DEVICE PRESENT. THIS SET UP IS NOT RIGHT DUE TO LACK OF PROPER BACK FLOW PREVENTION (1052) AND A BLEEDING DEVICE. YOU HAVE TWO OPTIONS: 1.- GET RID OF THE HOSE OR 2.- INSTALL A BACK FLOW DEVICE SUCH AS 1052 AND A PRESSURE BLEEDING DEVICE. DO NOT LEAVE WATER OPEN / ON FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME. THIS WILL NEGATE USE OF 1052.

     Code MN Rule 4626.1085A

   • Not serious Priority 3

     Keep the physical facilities in good repair.

     OBSERVED SOME DAMAGE CEILING TILES. REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN THE FACILITY.

     Code MN Rule 4626.1515

   • Not serious Priority 2

     Remove all live animals from the establishment except as specified in rule.

     OBSERVED A CAT ROAMING IN THE ESTABLISHMENT. TWO LITTER BOXES PRESENT BEHIND THE COUNTER. REMOVE ANY ANIMALS / PETS FROM THE BUILDING.

     Code MN Rule 4626.1585AB

   • Not serious Priority 2

     Use approved trapping devices or other means of pest control when pests are found.

     OBSERVED FRUIT / DRAIN FLIES IN THE KITCHEN. OBSERVED ONE DEAD COCKROACH BY THE 3-COMP SINK. CONTACT YOUR PEST CONTROL COMPANY TO ADDRESS AND ELIMINATE FLIES. HAVE INVOICES AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW BY THE HEALTH INSPECTOR.

     Code MN Rule 4626.1565C

4. Feb 7, 2025 Routine Score 70
   • Serious Priority 1

     Provide a pressure type vacuum breaker device on water supply lines used for water pressure cleaning systems, recoil hose reels, flex hose water supplies, or other situations where the control valve is located downstream from the water supply source. Atmospheric vacuum breakers are prohibited in the

     OBSERVED GREEN PRESSURIZED HOSE AT THE MOP SINK. NO BACK-FLOW DEVICE PRESENT. THIS SET UP IS NOT RIGHT DUE TO LACK OF PROPER BACK FLOW PREVENTION. YOU HAVE TWO OPTIONS: 1.- GET RID OF THE HOSE OR 2.- INSTALL A BACK FLOW DEVICE SUCH AS 1052 AND A PRESSURE BLEEDING DEVICE. DO NOT LEAVE WATER OPEN / ON FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME. THIS WILL NEGATE USE OF 1052.

     Code MN Rule 4626.1085A

   • Not serious Priority 3

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

     OBSERVED MEATS STORED DIRECTLY ONTO THE KITCHEN FLOOR WHILE PREPPING FOOD. DO NO STORE FOOD ON THE FLOOR. INSTRUCTED PIC TO MOVE FOOD ONTO THE PREP TABLE.

     Code MN Rule 4626.0300A

   • Not serious Priority 3

     Keep the physical facilities in good repair.

     OBSERVED SOME DAMAGE CEILING TILES. REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN THE FACILITY.

     Code MN Rule 4626.1515

   • Not serious Priority 3

     The services of a licensed pest control operator shall be required when a facility has evidence of rodent or insect activity to the extent that rodent droppings are visible, or live insects are seen during an inspection. The facility shall maintain records of the pest control operator's services on

     OBSERVED FRUIT / DRAIN FLIES IN THE KITCHEN. OBSERVED ONE COCKROACH BY THE 3-COMP SINK. NO LICENSED PEST CONTROL CONTRACT AVAILABLE DURING INSPECTION. PROVIDE A CURRENT DETAILED INVOICE / CONTRACT ADDRESSING PEST IN THE ESTABLISHMENT (SMALL FLIES AND ROACHES). HAVE INVOICES AVAILABLE FOR HEALTH INSPECTIONS.

     Code MCO 188.590

   • Not serious Priority 2

     Remove all live animals from the establishment except as specified in rule.

     OBSERVED A CAT ROAMING IN THE ESTABLISHMENT. TWO LITTER BOXES PRESENT BEHIND THE COUNTER. REMOVE ANY ANIMALS / PETS FROM THE BUILDING.

     Code MN Rule 4626.1585AB

   • Not serious Priority 3

     Rinse washed utensils and equipment with water to remove abrasives or cleaning chemicals before sanitizing or use an approved detergent-sanitizer procedure.

     OPERATOR WAS WASHING AND SANITIZING AT 3-COMP SINK. RINSE STEP IN BETWEEN WAS MISSING. YOU MUST WASH (WATER + DISH DETERGENT), THEN RINSE WITH CLEAN WATER AND FINALLY SANITIZE KITCHEN EQUIPMENT / UTENSILS WITH AN APPROVED SANITIZER. THIS WAS REVIEWED ON SITE.

     Code MN Rule 4626.0885

   • Serious Priority 1

     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

     OBSERVED REGULAR HOUSEHOLD BLEACH IN THE ESTABLISHMENT. THIS PRODUCT IS BEING USED FOR SANITIZING. OBTAIN CHLORINE SOLUTION (BLEACH) OR OTHER SANITIZER THAT IS SPECIFIC FOR SANITIZING FOOD CONTACT SURFACES. IT WILL STATE ON THE LABEL SOMETHING LIKE “FOR SANITIZING GLASSES, DISHES, UTENSILS, ETC”. THESE PRODUCTS HAVE INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO USE AND DILUTE IT. ALWAYS CHECK WITH APPROPRIATE TEST STRIP THE CONCENTRATION OF THE SANITIZER. AN EXAMPLE OF THE LABEL REQUIREMENTS WAS SEND VIA TEXT.

     Code MN Rule 4626.1620

   • Serious Priority 1

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

     NO EMPLOYEE ILLNESS LOG AVAILABLE DURING INSPECTION. MAINTAIN IN THE FACILITY A LOG TO BE ABLE TO RECORD REQUIRED ILLNESSES / SYMPTOMS, EXCLUSION DATES, ETC. BE SURE THE PERSON IN CHARGE CAN LOCATE THE LOG UPON REQUEST BY THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT. A SAMPLE IS ATTACHED TO THIS REPORT.

     Code MN Rule 4626.0040C

   • Not serious Priority 2

     The person in charge must be able to explain: • Their responsibility for preventing the spread of foodborne illness by a food worker • The symptoms associated with a foodborne illness • How food workers must report illness symptoms and diseases • When a food worker must be excluded from work or rest

     THE PERSON IN CHARGE DID NOT KNOW ABOUT THE 24 HOURS / SYMPTOM FREE EXCLUSION REQUIREMENT TO RETURN TO WORK FOR EMPLOYEES HAVING BEEN EXCLUDED WITH SYMPTOMS SUCH AS VOMITING AND / OR DIARRHEA, ETC. MAKE SURE EMPLOYEE HEALTH TRAINING TAKE PLACE TO INSTRUCT FOOD WORKERS TO STAY HOME FOR AT LEAST 24 HOURS “SYMPTOM FREE” BEFORE RETURNING TO WORK.

     Code MN Rule 4626.0030BCQ

   • Serious Priority 1

     The person in charge must notify the regulatory authority of any complaint from a consumer having or suspected of having diarrhea or vomiting, norovirus, hepatitis A virus, Salmonella spp., Shigella spp., Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli, or other enteric bacterial, viral, or parasitic pathoge

     PERSON IN CHARGE DID NOT KNOW HOW TO HANDLE CUSTOMER’S COMPLAINTS RELATED TO FOOD BORNE ILLNESSES. YOU MUST REPORT TO MDH AT 1-877-FOOD-ILL ANY CUSTOMER’S COMPLAINT RELATED TO FOOD BORNE ILLNESSES (E.G: VOMITING, DIARRHEA, ETC). ALSO SHARE THIS PHONE NUMBER WITH AFFECTED CUSTOMER.

     Code MN Rule 4626.0040D

   • Not serious Priority 2

     Use approved trapping devices or other means of pest control when pests are found.

     OBSERVED FRUIT / DRAIN FLIES IN THE KITCHEN. OBSERVED ONE COCKROACH BY THE 3-COMP SINK. CONTACT YOUR PEST CONTROL COMPANY TO ADDRESS AND ELIMINATE FLIES. HAVE INVOICES AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW BY THE HEALTH INSPECTOR.

     Code MN Rule 4626.1565C

   • Not serious Priority 2 Corrected on site

     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

     PAPER TOWELS WERE MISSING AT HANDWASHING SINK LOCATED INSIDE EMPLOYEE RESTROOM AND MEAT MARKET SINK. KEEP ALL HAND SINKS FULLY STOCKED AT ALL TIMES. PIC PROVIDED PAPER TOWELS DURING INSPECTION.

     Code MN Rule 4626.1445

   • Not serious Priority 2 Corrected on site

     Have hand soap at all handwashing sinks.

     NO HAND SOAP AVAILABLE AT HANDWASHING SINK IN THE KITCHEN (MEAT MARKET) AND INSIDE RESTROOMS. KEEP ALL HANDWASHING SINKS FULLY STOCKED. PIC PROVIDED SOAP DURING INSPECTION.

     Code MN Rule 4626.1440

   • Not serious Priority 3

     All equipment and components must be in good repair. Keep them maintained to manufacturer's specifications.

     OBSERVED EXCESSIVE ICE ACCUMULATION INSIDE REACH DOWN FREEZER. MAINTAIN FREEZER FREE OF EXCESSIVE ICE ACCORDING TO THE MANUFACTURE’S INSTRUCTIONS.

     Code MN Rule 4626.0735AB

   • Not serious Priority 2

     The person in charge must make sure employees follow proper food safety procedures, including: • Proper handwashing • Preventing cross-contamination from bare hands • Proper cooking of TCS foods • Proper cooling of TCS foods • Proper hot and cold temperatures of TCS foods • Preventing plumbing cross

     ESTABLISHMENT WAS NOT ADEQUATELY EXECUTING ACTIVE MANAGERIAL CONTROL (AMC) WITH MULTIPLE HIGH PRIORITY (IMPORTANT) VIOLATIONS. MAKE SURE THE PERSON IN CHARGE (PIC) IS EXECUTING ACTIVE MANAGERIAL CONTROL. SEE MANAGER CHECK LIST HANDOUT ATTACHED TO REPORT. REPEAT VIOLATIONS MAY GENERATE CITATIONS. CITATIONS START AT $200. ADDITIONAL INSPECTIONS HAVE AN ASSOCIATED FEE OF $100.

     Code MN Rule 4626.0035DGHIKM

   • Not serious Priority 2

     Have a thin-tipped food thermometer easily available to measure the internal temperature of thin pieces of food.

     NO FOOD THERMOMETER AVAILABLE. PROVIDE A “THIN PROBE” THERMOMETER TO BE ABLE TO ASSESS INTERNAL TEMPERATURES OF FOOD.

     Code MN Rule 4626.0705B

5. Aug 4, 2023 Routine Score 96
   • Serious Priority 1

     Provide a pressure type vacuum breaker device on water supply lines used for water pressure cleaning systems, recoil hose reels, flex hose water supplies, or other situations where the control valve is located downstream from the water supply source. Atmospheric vacuum breakers are prohibited in the

     Observed hose attached to mop sink. Obtain and install hose backflow preventer

     Code MN Rule 4626.1085A

   • Not serious Priority 3

     Clean non-food contact surfaces of equipment. Keep them clean.

     1. Observed exterior and interior of meat slicer in need of cleaning. Clean and maintain. 2. Observed lower shelving in need of cleaning. Observed lots of random and unorganized equipment. Remove items that are not needed in the meat area. 3. Observed exterior handle of walk-in freezer in need of cleaning. 4. Observed excess ice build up on interior of chest freezer. Clean and maintain.

     Code MN Rule 4626.0840C

   • Not serious Priority 3

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

     Observed food stored on milk crates inside walk-in freezer. Discontinue using milk crates and store food on shelves.

     Code MN Rule 4626.0300A

   • Not serious Priority 3

     Discontinue offering packaged meat and poultry that is not in a ready-to-eat form and not labeled with safe handling instructions.

     Missing safe handling instructions for meat stored in chest freezer. Provide.

     Code MN Rule 4626.0130F

   • Not serious Priority 3

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

     1. Observed floor in walk-in freezer in need of cleaning. Remove empty boxes and clean floor. 2. Observed dirty hand sink in need of cleaning. 3. Observed walls in need of cleaning. 4. Observed flies and smell coming from meat area. Clean and sanitize entire area. Clean and maintain all areas.

     Code MN Rule 4626.1520A

   • Not serious Priority 3

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

     Missing sign at hand sink to remind employees to wash hands.

     Code MN Rule 4626.1457

   • Not serious Priority 3

     Keep the plumbing system in good repair.

     Observed hand sink with a slow drip. Repair.

     Code MN Rule 4626.1040B

   • Not serious Priority 3

     Keep the physical facilities in good repair.

     Observed ceiling tile missing/damaged from water damage. Per operator the AC vents were leaking. Repair and replace tiles.

     Code MN Rule 4626.1515

   • Not serious Priority 3

     Provide control of pests by routinely: • Inspecting incoming food shipments • Inspecting the premises for evidence of pests • Eliminating conditions that attract pests

     Observed flies in meat department area. Area had a smell and harborage conditions. Clean and sanitize area, dirty dishes, as well as other harborage conditions in grocery area. If flies persist, obtain a pest control operator.

     Code MN Rule 4626.1565ABD