Cincinnati, OH

Bana Market

Name: Bana Market
Address: 220 W Mcmillan St, Cincinnati, OH

220 W Mcmillan St

Last inspected Apr 8, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Approved - Minor Violations

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6 inspections

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Apr 8, 2026

Approved - Minor Violations

3 recorded violations

notedCode 6.1(L)Other

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6.1(L) - Toilet rooms - enclosed

Inspector’s notes

A toilet room wasn't completely enclosed or lacks a self-closing door. Observed hole in lower part of the bathroom door. Repair door.

In plain English

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

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notedCode 4.5(D)Cleaning and sanitizing

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4.5(D) - Nonfood-contact surfaces - cleaning frequency

Inspector’s notes

Nonfood-contact surfaces are not cleaned frequently enough. Observed debris accumulation in drink cooler racks. Clean more frequently.

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

notedCode 6.4(A)Facility maintenance

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6.4(A) - Repairing

Inspector’s notes

The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair. 1. Observed vent falling off near the cooler area. Repair vent 2. Observed ceiling tiles missing in retail space. Repair ceiling 3. Observed utility sink missing caulking. Recaulk sink. 4. Observed holes on the walls near bathroom and storage area. Repair holes 5. Observed bathroom door missing lower part of the door. Repair door.

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

More about building upkeep issues

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Apr 8, 2026 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Apr 1, 2026

Not In Compliance

4 recorded violations

notedCode 4.5(D)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

4.5(D) - Nonfood-contact surfaces - cleaning frequency

Inspector’s notes

Nonfood-contact surfaces are not cleaned frequently enough. Observed debris accumulation in drink cooler racks. Clean more frequently

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

notedCode 6.1(L)Other

Official wording

6.1(L) - Toilet rooms - enclosed

Inspector’s notes

A toilet room wasn't completely enclosed or lacks a self-closing door. Observed hole in lower part of of bathroom door. Repair door.

In plain English

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

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notedCode 7.2Chemicals

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7.2 - X. Chemical - Poisonous/toxic material - Separation/Location on Retail Display Shelving

Inspector’s notes

Poisonous/toxic materials for retail sale are stored improperly. Observed automobile chemicals stored over drinks. Move chemicals to be under or away from a drink or food products.

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.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely

notedCode 6.4(A)Facility maintenance

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6.4(A) - Repairing

Inspector’s notes

The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair. 1. Observe them falling off near the cooler area. Repair vent 2. Observed ceiling tiles missing in retail space. Repair ceiling 3. Observed utility sink missing caulking. Recall sink. 4. Observed holes in bathroom and storage area. Repair facilities 5. Observed bathroom door missing lower part of the door. Repair door.

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

More about building upkeep issues

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Apr 1, 2026 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Mar 25, 2026

Not In Compliance

4 recorded violations

notedCode 7.2Chemicals

Official wording

7.2 - X. Chemical - Poisonous/toxic material - Separation/Location on Retail Display Shelving

Inspector’s notes

Poisonous/toxic materials for retail sale are stored improperly. Observed chemicals stored over food. Move chemicals to be under or away from food products.

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.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely

notedCode 6.2(I)(1)Facility maintenance

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6.2(I)(1) - Lighting - intensity

Inspector’s notes

The light intensity was <10 foot candles at 30 inches above the floor, in walk-in refrigerators, dry food storage areas, or in other areas during cleaning periods. Obtain more lighting for storage area.

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

More about building upkeep issues

notedCode 4.5(D)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

4.5(D) - Nonfood-contact surfaces - cleaning frequency

Inspector’s notes

Nonfood-contact surfaces are not cleaned frequently enough. Observed dust accumulation in vents around the facility. Clean more frequently. Observed debris accumulation in drink coolers. Clean more frequently.

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

notedCode 6.4(A)Facility maintenance

Official wording

6.4(A) - Repairing

Inspector’s notes

The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair. 1. Observed a vent falling off near the cooler area. Reapair vent. 2. Observed ceiling tiles missing in retail space. Obtain ceiling tiles. 3. Observed utility sink missing caulking. Recaulk to make easiliy clenable. 4. Observed holes in in bathroom and storage area. Repair facilities.

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

More about building upkeep issues

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Mar 25, 2026 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Jun 2, 2025

Approved - Minor Violations

1 recorded violation

notedCode 5.1(S)(2)Water, plumbing, and sewage

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5.1(S)(2) - Plumbing System- Maintained in Good Repair

Inspector’s notes

Plumbing system is not maintained in good repair. Observed the cooler next to the walk-in leaking and pooling water at the base. It must be repaired.

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.

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Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jun 2, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Aug 7, 2024

Approved - Minor Violations

1 recorded violation

notedCode 3.2(Q)Other

Official wording

3.2(Q) - Food Storage

Inspector’s notes

Food items are not protected from contamination during storage. Observed a leak in the seltzer cooler. It must be fixed.

In plain English

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

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Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Aug 7, 2024 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Jul 23, 2024

Not In Compliance

4 recorded violations

notedCode 3.2(Q)Other

Official wording

3.2(Q) - Food Storage

Inspector’s notes

Food items are not protected from contamination during storage. Observed the "Spiked Seltzer" cooler leaking on top of items. The leak must be fixed to prevent food contamination.

In plain English

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

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notedCode 4.5(A)(2)(3)Cleaning and sanitizing

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4.5(A)(2)(3) - Equipment, food-contact surfaces, nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils

Inspector’s notes

Non-food contact surfaces are dirty. Observed coolers 5 through 9 with a buildup inside. They must be cleaned.

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

notedCode 6.1(I)(1)Facility maintenance

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6.1(I)(1) - Facilities: Light bulbs - protective shielding

Inspector’s notes

Light bulbs were not shielded or shatter-resistant in required areas. Observed light in the back of store without shatter resistant shield over light bulb. Light bulb must be covered by shatter resistant shield.

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

More about building upkeep issues

notedCode 4.1(Y)Food temperature

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4.1(Y) - Temperature Measuring Devices

Inspector’s notes

Temperature measuring devices are missing, not correctly placed, not readable, or of improper design. Observed thermometers missing in several coolers. Each cooler must have a thermometer placed inside.

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

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jul 23, 2024 · Original Source