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7 inspections
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Aug 25, 2026
Approved - Minor Violations
5 recorded violations
notedCode 4.4(D)Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
4.4(D) - Warewashing equipment: Cleaning Frequency
Inspector’s notes
Warewashing equipment and/or components were not cleaned throughout the day or before use.
Observed dishwasher components not clean to sight or touch. It 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.
4.5(D) - Nonfood-contact surfaces - cleaning frequency
Inspector’s notes
Nonfood-contact surfaces are not cleaned frequently enough.
1. Observed build up between equipment in fryer area. Clean
2. Observed build up around dishwasher area. 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.
Wet wiping cloth was not maintained in a sanitizer solution between uses.
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.
6.1(R) - Outdoor refuse areas - curbed and graded to drain
Inspector’s notes
Outdoor refuse area was not properly constructed, curbed, or graded to drain.
Observed refuse area not smooth or nonabsorbent. Make area easily cleanable.
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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Aug 25, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Aug 11, 2026
Not In Compliance
16 recorded violations
notedCode 6.4(B)(1)Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
6.4(B)(1) - Cleaning- Frequency and Restrictions
Inspector’s notes
The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them 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.
6.4(D)(1) - Cleaning Ventilation Systems- Nuisance and Discharge
Inspector’s notes
Intake and exhaust air ducts are a source of contamination by dust, dirt, and other materials.
Observed build up in hood compartments in front prep area grill. It 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.
4.5(D) - Nonfood-contact surfaces - cleaning frequency
Inspector’s notes
Nonfood-contact surfaces are not cleaned frequently enough.
1. Observed build up between equipment in fryer area. It must be cleaned.
2. Observed build up under grill shelf in prep area. It must be cleaned.
3. Observed build up around dishwasher area. It 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.
4.4(S)(1) - Single-service articles and Single-use Articles - Use Limitations
Inspector’s notes
Single-service articles and single-use articles are reused.
Observed single service items being reused as scoops in prep area. Remove. Do not reused single service items.
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.
2.4(C)(18) - I. Employee Health - Written Procedures for Cleaning Up Vomiting and Diarrheal Events
Inspector’s notes
No/inadequate written procedures for response to vomiting/diarrheal events.
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.
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 dishwasher not properly adjusted. Repair or remove.
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.
4.4(D) - Warewashing equipment: Cleaning Frequency
Inspector’s notes
Warewashing equipment and/or components were not cleaned throughout the day or before use.
Observed dishwasher components not clean to sight or touch. It 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.
The nonfood contact surface is no longer corrosion -resistant, nonabsorbent and/or smooth.
Observed corrosion on bread rack in back prep area. Replace or make corrosion resistant.
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.
6.1(R) - Outdoor refuse areas - curbed and graded to drain
Inspector’s notes
Outdoor refuse area was not properly constructed, curbed, or graded to drain.
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.
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 meat residue on meat slicer in back prep area. It must be cleaned.
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.
The operator is using a poisonous/toxic substance that is not approved for use in a food facility and/ or the substance is not being used according to law, conditions of licensing or to the manufacturer's directions.
Observed household pesticide in prep area. Remove.
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.
6.2(E) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Handwashing Signage
Inspector’s notes
A handwashing sign was not posted at all handwashing lavatories.
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.
3.4(G)(4) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Ready-to-eat, TCS - date marking
Inspector’s notes
Date marking was not done in a consistent manner according to the code.
Observed items missing date makings. Date mark with discard date.
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.
Wet wiping cloth was not maintained in a sanitizer solution between uses.
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 11, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Oct 9, 2025
Approved - Minor Violations
7 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.
Exhaust fan in 3 door cooler soiled. Clean exhaust in all coolers regularly.
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.
3.2(C)(1)(H) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Packaged and Unpackaged Food - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation
Inspector’s notes
Food is stored unwrapped or in uncovered containers.
Uncovered potatoes walk in cooler and veggies in 3 door cooler. Keep all food covered during storage.
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.
Utensils and/or equipment were not properly rinsed.
Observed an employee washin food container with out sanitizing it. Wash, rinse and sanitize all food contact surfaces properly.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Wet wiping cloth was not maintained in a sanitizer solution between uses.
Wet towel by the grill not in sanitizer solution.
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.
The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair.
Leak marks on ceiling tiles above grill in front cooking area. Replace tiles.
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.
4.4(A)(2) - Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment
Inspector’s notes
Equipment components were not intact, tight or properly adjusted.
Detached gasket on the back side of deep freezer lid by hand washing sink. Replace gasket. Do not use tap to re attach the gasket. .
Dish washer was not working. Facility using 3 comp. Sink to wash dishes.
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.
Food employee(s) did not have their hair effectively restrained.
Food employee working with out bearded restrain. Provide effective bearded restrain.
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.
3.4(G)(1) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Ready-to-eat, TCS - date marking
Inspector’s notes
Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, TCS food that is prepared in the food facility and held refrigerated for more than 24 hours is not properly date marked.
No discard date on chili in walk in cooler. Must mark discard date if not consuming with in 24 hours.
On gyro meat discard date marked at 8 days. Date mark did not exceeds more then 7 days. Count day one when food prepared.
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.
3.4(F)(1)(a) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Time/Temperature Controlled for Safety Food - Hot Holding
Inspector’s notes
TCS foods were being hot held at temperatures <135° F or a roast <130° F.
Red beans and hot dogs held on 124-125 F. Keep hot food on 135 F or above to prevent growth of bacterias.
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(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.
Soiled slicer blade. Break down the slicer and Clean blade every 4 hours to prevent growth of bacterias.
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.
Wet wiping cloth was not maintained in a sanitizer solution between uses.
Wet towel on counter by the grill.
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.
The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
Observed mold growth on pipes handling above dish machine drain board and wall behind it. Clean mold.
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.
Cleaned equipment or utensils, laundered linens, or single-service or single-use articles are not stored in a clean, dry location, protected from contamination.
Peeler stored in soiled container. Keep clean utensils in clean container to prevent contamination.
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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, May 23, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Nov 19, 2024
Approved - Minor Violations
3 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.
Soiled filters on bac of ice machine.
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.
3.2(C)(8) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Protection from Contamination
Inspector’s notes
Food is stored unwrapped or in uncovered containers.
Uncovered raw hash brown in upright cooler. Corrected on site.
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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Nov 19, 2024 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Jul 30, 2024
Approved - Minor Violations
9 recorded violations
notedCode 3.2(C)(8)Contamination
Official wording
3.2(C)(8) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Protection from Contamination
Inspector’s notes
Food is stored unwrapped or in uncovered containers.
Observed uncovered hash brown and geote stored uncovered in the three door upright cooler in cooking area. Food must be stored covered to prevent contamination.
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) - Equipment, food-contact surfaces, nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils
Inspector’s notes
Non-food contact surfaces are dirty.
Observed three door fridge handles dirty.
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.
3.4(G)(2) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Ready-to-eat, TCS - date marking
Inspector’s notes
Ready-to-eat, TCS food that was prepared in a food processing plant and subsequently opened in a FSO or a RFE is not properly date marked.
Observed opened packaged of hot dogs without date marked. Must mark dates for food kept longer than 24 hours.
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.
Working containers of poisonous/toxic materials are not labeled.
Observed unlabeled chemical spray bottle on chemical cart. All chemicals must be labeled.
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.
3.4(G)(1) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Ready-to-eat, TCS - date marking
Inspector’s notes
Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, TCS food that is prepared in the food facility and held refrigerated for more than 24 hours is not properly date marked.
Observed no discard dates for boiled potatoes. Must have date marked if held for more than 24 hours.
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.
3.2(C)(1) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Preventing Contamination by Separation, Packaging, and Segregation
Inspector’s notes
Ready-to-eat food was not protected from cross-contamination by raw animal food.
Observed liquid eggs stored above cooked diced chicken. Must keep raw animal food below cooked food.
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.
The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
Oberved the floors in the walking cooler under the racks were heavily soiled. Scrub clean the floors.
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.
Intake and exhaust air ducts are a source of contamination by dust, dirt, and other materials.
Observed spoiled filters under the hood in stove located in the back.
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.
Receptacle is not provided in each area where refuse is generated or discarded.
Observed no small trash can below hand sink.
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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jul 30, 2024 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Oct 30, 2023
Not Abated
7 recorded violations
notedCode 3717-1-02.3(A)Contamination
Official wording
"3717-1-02.3(A) - Violation - Food contamination-eating Employees were eating, drinking or using tobacco in non-designated areas."
Inspector’s notes
"Person in charge drinking with open cup. Use lid and straw to drink beverages in the kitchen.
Employees were eating, drinking or using tobacco in non-designated areas."
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.
"3717-1-05.1(O)(2) - Violation - Using handwashing facility-Other purposes Handwashing facility is being used for purposes other than handwashing. "
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION:
Hand washing facility is being used for purposes other than hand washing.
CORRECTIVE ACTION: Use hand sink for hand washing only."
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.
"3717-1-04.4(N) - Violation - Warewashing Equipment-Chemical Sanitization A chemical sanitizer was unregistered, improperly used, or improperly produced."
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION: No sanitizer in dish washer.
A chemical sanitizer was unregistered, improperly used, or improperly produced.
CORRECTIVE ACTION: Check sanitizer conc. daily before loading dishes to ensure proper sanitization of food contact surfaces."
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.
notedCode 3717-1-06.4(H)Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
"3717-1-06.4(H) - Violation - Facilities-Cleaning plumbing fixtures Plumbing fixtures are being kept clean and maintained."
Inspector’s notes
"Soiled hand washing sink. Clean sink daily.
Plumbing fixtures are being kept clean and maintained."
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 3717-1-03.4(G)(2)Food source and labeling
Official wording
"3717-1-03.4(G)(2) - Violation - RTE TCS, date marking-prepared in processing plant Ready-to-eat, TCS food that was prepared in a food processing plant and subsequently opened in a FSO or a RFE is not properly date marked."
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION: No discard date on deli meat and gyro.
Ready-to-eat, TCS food that was prepared in a food processing plant and subsequently opened in a FSO or a RFE is not properly date marked.
CORRECTIVE ACTION: Ready-to-eat, TCS food that was prepared in a food processing plant and subsequently opened in a FSO or a RFE is MUST BE properly date marked."
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.
"3717-1-03.2(C)(2) - Violation - Protection from Contamination-Food Storage Food is stored unwrapped or in uncovered containers."
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION: Uncovered boiled potatoes and hash brown in walk in cooler.
Food is stored unwrapped or in uncovered containers.
CORRECTIVE ACTION: Keep all food covered during storage to prevent contamination from premises."
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.
"3717-1-03.2(Y) - Violation - Miscellaneous sources of contamination Miscellaneous sources of contamination observed."
Inspector’s notes
"Mop bucket stored close to bread rack. Store all cleaning supplies and tools in a separate place away from food and food contact surfaces.
Miscellaneous sources of contamination observed."
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.