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7 inspections
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Aug 14, 2026
Approved - Minor Violations
3 recorded violations
notedCode 2.4(A)(3)Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
2.4(A)(3) - IV. Demonstration of Knowledge - Certified Manager
Inspector’s notes
No manager had Ohio manager certification in food protection.
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.
4.4(A)(2) - Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment
Inspector’s notes
Equipment components were not intact, tight or properly adjusted.
Observed the reach-in cooler in the basement not maintaining adequate ambient air temperatures.
Ensure the cooler is serviced so that it maintains ambient air temperatures <41° F
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.
There is no test kit available for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer.
EHSIT gave the PIC chlorine test strips, PIC assured they would acquire more chlorine test strips.
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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Aug 14, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Aug 5, 2026
Not In Compliance
10 recorded violations
notedCode 4.8(E)(1)(3)Equipment and utensils
Official wording
4.8(E)(1)(3) - Single-Service Articles and Single-Use Articles - Storage
Inspector’s notes
Single-service and single-use articles were not stored in the original protective package or were stored by means that did not protect them from contamination.
Observed single-use food storage containers that were stored on the floor of the basement.
Ensure single use articles are stored in a clean, dry location that is protected from contamination and is at least six inches above the floor.
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.
notedCode 2.4(A)(3)Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
2.4(A)(3) - IV. Demonstration of Knowledge - Certified Manager
Inspector’s notes
No manager had Ohio manager certification in food protection.
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.
3.4(F)(1)(b) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Time/Temperature Controlled for Safety Food - Cold Holding
Inspector’s notes
TCS foods were being held at temperatures >41° F.
Observed eggs and butter stored at 55° F.
Ensure TCS foods are being held at temperatures <41° F.
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.
4.5(B)(4)(b) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Equipment Food Contact Surfaces and Utensils – Cleaning Frequency
Inspector’s notes
Utensils or equipment are not cleaned at the proper frequency or the frequency is not documented.
Observed a spoon, stored in a container of salsa that was in the reach in cooler, that was not cleaned every 24 hours.
Ensure utensils in contact with TCS foods and are maintained at 41° F or less are cleaned every 24 hours.
PIC removed the spoon from the salsa.
In plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
4.5(A)(2)(3) - Food-Contact Surfaces of Cooking Equipment and Pans and Nonfood-Contact Surfaces Equipment
Inspector’s notes
The food contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans and Nonfood contact surfaces of equipment are to be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
Observed a buildup of liquid in the bottom of the reach-in cooler in the basement.
Ensure nonfood contact surfaces of equipment are kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
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.
3.5(E) - VII. Consumer Advisory - Consumer Advisory
Inspector’s notes
The consumer was not properly advised of the risk of consuming raw or undercooked animal foods.
In plain English
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
4.6(C)(3) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Sanitizing Frequency Utensils/Food Contact Surfaces - Before Use After Cleaning
Inspector’s notes
After being cleaned, food-contact surfaces and utensils were not sanitized using an effective or approved combination of exposure time, chemical concentration, temperature, and/or pH.
Observed the mechanical dish machine did not reach the proper concentration of chlorine to effectively sanitize food-contact surfaces and utensils.
Ensure the dish machine is serviced so that it produces a sanitizing solution that is at the proper concentration.
In plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
There is no test kit available for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer.
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.
4.4(A)(2) - Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment
Inspector’s notes
Equipment components were not intact, tight or properly adjusted.
Observed the reach-in cooler in the basement maintained an ambient air temperature of 55° F.
Ensure the cooler is serviced so that it maintains ambient air temperatures <41° F
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.
notedCode 3701-21-25 (K)Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
3701-21-25 (K) - Person in Charge Certification in Food Protection FSO
Inspector’s notes
No person in charge certified in food protection was at the FSO where it is needed.
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.
5.1(S)(2) - Plumbing System- Maintained in Good Repair
Inspector’s notes
Plumbing system is not maintained in good repair.
Observed leak under three compartment sink. Repair.
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
notedCode 2.4(A)(3)Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
2.4(A)(3) - IV. Demonstration of Knowledge - Certified Manager
Inspector’s notes
No manager had Ohio manager certification in food protection.
Operator has been signed up for level two manager certification.
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.
2.1(A) - I. Employee Health - Management and Personnel - Employee Health
Inspector’s notes
License holder did not ensure food employee(s) report certain diseases, symptoms or high risk situations as obligated by law including providing necessary additional information.
Provided example of employee reporting policy to ensure food employee(s) report certain diseases, symptoms or high risk situations as obligated by law. +COS
In plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
notedCode 3701-21-02(I)Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
3701-21-02(I) - Display of License
Inspector’s notes
FSO license not displayed onsite.
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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jan 30, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Jul 15, 2025
Approved - Minor Violations
5 recorded violations
notedCode 5.1(B)(1)Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
5.1(B)(1) - Approved System and Cleanable Fixtures
Inspector’s notes
Plumbing system is not designed, constructed, and installed according to the Ohio building code. Observed y splitter on mop sink faucet that has backflow preventer not designed for continuous back pressure. +Repeat
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.
notedCode 2.4(A)(3)Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
2.4(A)(3) - IV. Demonstration of Knowledge - Certified Manager
Inspector’s notes
No manager had Ohio manager certification in food protection. +Repeat
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.
4.5(A)(1) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils: Clean to Sight and Touch
Inspector’s notes
Food-contact surfaces were not clean to the sight and touch. Observed black residue on sides of ice machine. PIC turned unit off to remove the ice and start cleaning process. +COS
In plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
3.2(E) - Pasteurized eggs - Substitute for Raw Eggs for Certain Recipes
Inspector’s notes
Unpasteurized eggs are being used to make products that are not fully cooked; or are being served without a consumer advisory; or are being served to a highly susceptible population. Observed unpasteurized eggs on menu without consumer advisory or being substituted for pasteurized eggs. Facility provided consumer advisory. +COS
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
notedCode 3701-21-25 (K)Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
3701-21-25 (K) - Person in Charge Certification in Food Protection FSO
Inspector’s notes
No person in charge certified in food protection was at the FSO where it is needed.
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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jul 15, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Jan 28, 2025
Approved - Minor Violations
5 recorded violations
notedCode 5.1(B)(1)Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
5.1(B)(1) - Approved System and Cleanable Fixtures
Inspector’s notes
Plumbing system is not designed, constructed, and installed according to the Ohio building code.
Observed y splitter on mop sink with built in backflow prevention device not designed for continuous backpressure.
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.
2.2(C) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Hands and arms - When to Wash
Inspector’s notes
Food employee(s) did not wash hands in situations that specifically require them to do so.
Observed food employee that did not wash their hands immediately before initiating a task that involved exposed food. Food employee washed hands.
In plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
notedCode 2.4(A)(3)Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
2.4(A)(3) - IV. Demonstration of Knowledge - Certified Manager
Inspector’s notes
No manager had Ohio manager certification in food protection.
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.
4.4(N)(1-5) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Manual/Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization Criteria
Inspector’s notes
A chemical sanitizer was unregistered or improperly used.
Observed inadequate chlorine in sanitizer rinse of dishwasher. PIC put dishwasher out of service and opted to use manual dishwashing methods until dishwasher could be adjusted.
In plain English
Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jan 28, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Sep 5, 2024
Approved - Minor Violations
2 recorded violations
notedCode 5.1(B)(1)Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
5.1(B)(1) - Approved system and cleanable fixtures
Inspector’s notes
Plumbing system is not designed, constructed, and installed according to the Ohio building code.
Observed y splitter on mop sink with backflow preventer in faucet that is not designed to have continuous backpressure.
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.
notedCode 2.4(A)(2)Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
2.4(A)(2) - IV. Demonstration of Knowledge - Person in charge - assignment of responsibility
Inspector’s notes
No manager has level 2 certification in food protection.
Observed no manager with Ohio manager certification in food protection.
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.