Ahlan Coffee #113

Year by year

Inspections

1. Mar 18, 2025 Routine Score 98
   • Not serious Priority 2

     Have a test kit for the type of sanitizer used.

     No test kit was available but one has been ordered and should arrive soon.

     Code MN Rule 4626.0715

   • Not serious Priority 3

     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.

     At least one employee must take a food safety class and submit the certificate of completed to the MDH to obtain a CFPM certificate. Visit https://www.health.state.mn.us/communities/environment/food/cfpm/index.html for more information.

     Code MN Rule 4626.0033A

   • Not serious Priority 3

     The business license must be posted where it can be easily seen.

     A copy of the current license needs to be posted.

     Code MCO 188.390

2. Sep 6, 2023 Follow-Up Score 96
   • Not serious Priority 2

     Have a test kit for the type of sanitizer used.

     Missing test kit to measure sanitizer concentration. Obtain chlorine test kit.

     Code MN Rule 4626.0715

   • 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 towel dispenser is not in working condition possibly due to wrong size towels. Per PIC proper towels are being bought today. Napkins used in the meantime.

     Code MN Rule 4626.1445

   • Not serious Priority 3

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

     Observed large sugar bag open. Food must be covered. Suggest obtaining a few containers with lids for easy access and proper storage.

     Code MN Rule 4626.0235A(4)

   • Not serious Priority 3

     Provide containers for food or beverages prepared for takeout or to be eaten immediately. Containers must be reuseable, recyclable or compostable.

     Observed unrecyclable #6 lids on site. Replace with recyclable plastic (#1,#2, #5) or compostable materials.

     Code MCO 204.30A

   • Not serious Priority 3

     Label all food packages as required by the law.

     Observed sambusas and cakes on site obtained from Som America. Obtain ingredient list for all products that are not made on site.

     Code MN Rule 4626.0435A

3. Aug 24, 2023 Routine Score 82
   • Not serious Priority 2

     Have a test kit for the type of sanitizer used.

     Missing test kit to measure sanitizer concentration. Obtain chlorine test kit.

     Code MN Rule 4626.0715

   • Not serious Priority 2

     Have hand soap at all handwashing sinks.

     Missing soap at hand sink. Provide. Use dish soap in mean time.

     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

     Missing paper towels in dispenser. Keep stocked at all times. Napkins used in the meantime.

     Code MN Rule 4626.1445

   • Not serious Priority 2

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

     Observed hand sink blocked with cutting board. Board was removed. Keep accessible at all times.

     Code MN Rule 4626.1110AB

   • Not serious Priority 3

     Store all clean equipment, utensils, linens, in a clean dry location where not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination and at least six inches above the floor.

     Observed drink dispenser, electric burner and a box of clean dishes on ground. All items must be kept off of the ground on shelving at least 6 inches above the ground.

     Code MN Rule 4626.0955A

   • Not serious Priority 3

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

     Observed a container of cinnamon sticks, a box of sugar, and peanut oil on the ground. Store all food on a shelf at least 6 inches above the ground.

     Code MN Rule 4626.0300A

   • 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 establishment. Provide control of insects and obtain a pest control operator if flies cannot be contained.

     Code MN Rule 4626.1565ABD

   • Not serious Priority 3 Corrected on site

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

     Observed wet wiping cloth stored on counter. Store in an approved sanitizing solution. A bucket was made and towel was placed inside.

     Code MN Rule 4626.0285B

   • Not serious Priority 3

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

     Observed large sugar bag open. Food must be covered- store inside a container with a lid.

     Code MN Rule 4626.0235A(4)

   • Not serious Priority 3

     Provide containers for food or beverages prepared for takeout or to be eaten immediately. Containers must be reuseable, recyclable or compostable.

     Observed unrecyclable #6 lids on site. Replace with recyclable plastic(#1, #2, #5) or compostable materials.

     Code MCO 204.30A

   • Serious Priority 1

     Keep all cold TCS foods at 41 degrees F or colder under mechanical refrigeration.

     Observed milk stored inside a chest cooler with ice measured at 54 degrees. Milk was discarded. This is not allowed inside the establishment. Milk must be stored inside mechanical refrigeration. Discontinue this practice and store inside a refrigerator.

     Code MN Rule 4626.0395A2

   • Not serious Priority 3

     Provide a waste receptacle for individual towels at the hand washing sink where individual towels are used.

     Missing a trash can next to hand sink. Provide.

     Code MN Rule 4626.1450

   • Not serious Priority 3

     Label all food packages as required by the law.

     Missing ingredient list for sambusas that are obtained from SomAmerica. Obtain for all products received from supplier.

     Code MN Rule 4626.0435A

   • Not serious Priority 3

     Non-food contact surfaces of equipment must be made of materials which are corrosion-resistant, non-absorbent, and smooth. Remove equipment with non-food contact surfaces made of other materials.

     Remove plastic laminate on shelving throughout establishment.

     Code MN Rule 4626.0495

   • Serious Priority 1

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

     No illness log on site. Provided log and explained use.

     Code MN Rule 4626.0040C

   • 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

     Based on number and type of violations, active managerial control is lacking. Ensure the person in charge is aware of and demonstrates food safety knowledge.

     Code MN Rule 4626.0035DGHIKM