Swank Eatery LLC

Year by year

Inspections

1. Dec 18, 2025 Routine Score 92
   • Not serious Priority 2

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

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

     Code MN Rule 4626.1110AB

   • Not serious Priority 2

     Have a test kit for the type of sanitizer used.

     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.

     Code MN Rule 4626.0715

   • Not serious Priority 3

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

     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.

     Code MN Rule 4626.1335A

   • Serious Priority 1

     All food must be from approved sources.

     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.

     Code MN Rule 4626.0130A

   • 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

     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.

     Code MN Rule 4626.1220

2. Dec 5, 2024 Routine Score 96
   • Serious Priority 1

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

     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.

     Code MN Rule 4626.0040C

   • 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.

     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.

     Code MN Rule 4626.0033A

   • Not serious Priority 3

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

     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.

     Code MN Rule 4626.1395A

   • Not serious Priority 3

     Keep the physical facilities in good repair.

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

     Code MN Rule 4626.1515

   • Not serious Priority 3

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

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

     Code MN Rule 4626.1520A