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Restaurant · Minneapolis, MN

Hacienda Cinco De Mayo

5748 34th Ave S

Last inspected Oct 1, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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When was Hacienda Cinco De Mayo last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 1, 2026. The result listed by Minneapolis Health Department was “Complete” (official score 92).
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 4 violations recorded, including 2 marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
2 inspections on record, from Sep 24, 2025 to Oct 1, 2026.
Has Hacienda Cinco De Mayo ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 2 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Sep 24, 2025.

The Full Inspection History

2 inspections

Routine

Oct 1, 2026

Complete

Official score: 92 · Understand This Area’s Scale

4 recorded violations

minorCode MN Rule 4626.0735ABEquipment and utensils

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

Observed foods in drawer cooler below grill at 46*F (pork, dough). Instructed person in charge to turn down dial on cooler and monitor temperatures. Cold holding units should hold foods at 41*F or below at all times. Call for repair of cooler if temperatures do not decrease to 41*F or below. Observed excessive frost in upright freezer. Defrost freezer and ensure freezer is in good repair.

In Plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues
criticalCode MN Rule 4626.0395A2Food temperature

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

Observed foods in drawer cooler below grill at 46*F (pork, dough). Instructed person in charge to turn down dial on cooler and monitor temperatures. Cold holding units should hold foods at 41*F or below at all times. Call for repair of cooler if temperatures do not decrease to 41*F or below.

In Plain English

Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
criticalCode MN Rule 4626.0040COther

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

There was no employee illness log available at time of inspection. Explained purpose to person in charge. Sending an illness log pdf with report.

In Plain English

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

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minorCode MN Rule 4626.0450BCDECleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Remove all multi-use equipment, utensils, and food storage containers that are not: • Smooth • Easily cleanable • Durable • Nonabsorbent • In good condition

Inspector’s Notes

Observed door of walk-in cooler with significant chipping near handle. Repair door.

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, Oct 1, 2026 · Original Source

Routine

Sep 24, 2025

Complete

Official score: 100 · Understand This Area’s Scale

4 recorded violations

minorCode MN Rule 4626.0033APermits, training, and postings

Official Wording

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.

Inspector’s Notes

THERE WAS NO CERTIFIED FOOD PROTECTION MANAGER CERTIFICATE AVAILABLE. SEARCHED FOR LEONOR MONTECILLO IN CFPM DATABASE, BUT THERE WERE NO RESULTS. ENSURE SOMEONE EMPLOYED AT ESTABLISHMENT HAS OBTAINED CPFM CERTIFICATE. YOU CAN FIND MORE INFORMATION AT https://www.health.state.mn.us/communities/environment/food/cfpm

In Plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues
minorCode MCO 204.30AOther

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

OBSERVED SOME TO GO CONTAINERS MADE OUT OF STYROFOAM. TO GO CONTAINERS MUST BE RECYCLABLE, COMPOSTABLE OR REUSABLE. REPLACE CONTAINERS. SENDING MORE INFORMATION WITH REPORT.

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 4626.0735ABEquipment and utensils

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

OBSERVED FREEZER WITH EXCESSIVE FROST BUILDUP. DEFROST FREEZER AND HAVE FREEZER REPAIRED IF NECESSARY. ALL EQUPIMENT MUST BE MAINTAINED IN GOOD REPAIR.

In Plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues
minorCode MN Rule 4626.0495Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

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.

Inspector’s Notes

THE DOOR OF THE WALK-IN COOLER WAS CORRODING AND PEELING. REPAIR OR REPLACE DOOR.

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, Sep 24, 2025 · Original Source

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