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E & L Supermarket & Deli

1122 Lowry Ave N

Last inspected Apr 29, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Quick Answers

When was E & L Supermarket & Deli last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Apr 29, 2026. The result listed by Minneapolis Health Department was “Complete” (official score 100).
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 3 violations recorded, none marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
2 inspections on record, from Dec 19, 2024 to Apr 29, 2026.
Has E & L Supermarket & Deli ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 2 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Dec 19, 2024.

The Full Inspection History

2 inspections

Routine

Apr 29, 2026

Complete

Official score: 100 · Understand This Area’s Scale

3 recorded violations

minorCode MCO 203.10 (a)-(j)Other

Official Wording

STAPLE FOOD ORDINANCE: Under the Staple Food Ordinance stores are required to stock items in 10 staple food categories including: milk; cheese; eggs; meat and vegetable proteins; fruits and vegetables; 100% juice; whole grains; cereals; canned beans; and dried peas/beans/lentils. Your store has not stocked the following: Title 10, MCO 203.10 (a)-(j). Comply immediately.

Inspector’s Notes

Observed store to be missing the required amounts of fresh produce, as required under the Staple Foods ordinance. A handout for the Staple Foods ordinance will be included in this report. Make sure that all required foods are carried and available for customers.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode MN Rule 4626.0855Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Keep non-food contact equipment surfaces clean.

Inspector’s Notes

Observed the ceiling of the walk-in cooler to be soiled. Observed the beverage racks and the sandwich racks in the walk-in cooler to be soiled. Clean and keep equipment clean.

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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
minorCode MN Rule 4626.1395AOther

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

Observed there to be a large light gap at the back entrance door. Replace the door sweep so the door is tightly sealed.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding

Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, Apr 29, 2026 · Original Source

Routine

Dec 19, 2024

Complete

Official score: 100 · Understand This Area’s Scale

2 recorded violations

minorCode MCO 203.10 (a)-(j)Other

Official Wording

STAPLE FOOD ORDINANCE: Under the Staple Food Ordinance stores are required to stock items in 10 staple food categories including: milk; cheese; eggs; meat and vegetable proteins; fruits and vegetables; 100% juice; whole grains; cereals; canned beans; and dried peas/beans/lentils. Your store has not stocked the following: Title 10, MCO 203.10 (a)-(j). Comply immediately.

Inspector’s Notes

Observed business to not stocked required quantities and varieties of animal/vegetable proteins and fresh fruits/vegetables that are required under the Staple Foods Ordinance. Information on the Staple Food Ordinance will be included in this report. Stock and provide all foods required under the Staple Foods Ordinance.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
minorCode MN Rule 4626.0855Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Keep non-food contact equipment surfaces clean.

Inspector’s Notes

Observed the fan guards, beverage racking, and ceiling of the walk-in cooler to be soiled. Clean and keep equipment clean.

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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, Dec 19, 2024 · Original Source

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