ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
May 14, 2026
Approved - No Violations
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, May 14, 2026 · Original Source
Approved - No Violations
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7 inspectionsROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Nov 4, 2025
Approved - Minor Violations
2 recorded violations
notedCode 7.0(B)Chemicals
Official wording
7.0(B) - X. Chemical - Working Containers - Common Name
Inspector’s notes
Working containers of poisonous/toxic materials are not labeled. Observed working container of sanitizer in a spray bottle not labeled. Person in charge (PIC) labeled it immediately.
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 unsafelynotedCode 4.8(E)(1)Equipment and utensils
Official wording
4.8(E)(1) - Equipment, Utensils, Linens - Storage
Inspector’s notes
Cleaned equipment or utensils, laundered linens, or single-service or single-use articles are not stored in a clean, dry location, protected from contamination. Observed clean equipment stored on a rack positioned directly next to a handwashing sink without a splash guard. Recommended relocating the equipment to prevent potential contamination until a splash guard can be installed.
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 issuesOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Nov 4, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Jun 3, 2025
Approved - Minor Violations
2 recorded violations
notedCode 4.5(A)(1)Contamination
Official wording
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 biofilm growth inside the ice machines. To ensure proper sanitation, all ice must be discarded, and the interior surfaces thoroughly cleaned and sanitized before returning the machine to uses. Recommend more frequent cleaning.
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.
More about food not protected from contaminationnotedCode 4.8(E)(1)Equipment and utensils
Official wording
4.8(E)(1) - Equipment, Utensils, Linens - Storage
Inspector’s notes
Cleaned equipment or utensils, laundered linens, or single-service or single-use articles are not stored in a clean, dry location, protected from contamination. Observed clean equipment stored on a rack positioned directly next to a handwashing sink without a splash guard. Recommended relocating the equipment to prevent potential contamination until a splash guard can be installed.
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 issuesOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jun 3, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Nov 19, 2024
Approved - Minor Violations
1 recorded violation
notedCode 4.5(A)(1)Contamination
Official wording
4.5(A)(1) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Equipment cleanliness
Inspector’s notes
Food-contact surfaces were dirty. Observed small amount of black biofilm accumulation inside the ice machine. PIC stated that it will be cleaned immediately.
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.
More about food not protected from contaminationOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Nov 19, 2024 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Sep 19, 2024
Approved - Minor Violations
4 recorded violations
notedCode 4.5(A)(1)Contamination
Official wording
4.5(A)(1) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Equipment cleanliness
Inspector’s notes
Food-contact surfaces were dirty. observed a build up of black biofilm inside the ice machine. Must be emptied so that it can be properly cleaned and sanitized.
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.
More about food not protected from contaminationnotedCode 6.4(J)(2)Other
Official wording
6.4(J)(2) - Facilities: Lockers: Employee use
Inspector’s notes
Lockers or other suitable facilities are not being utilized for the orderly storage of employee clothing and other possessions. Observed phone on top of counter table where mixer is located. All personal items must be kept in a separate location used only my employees.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 7.0(B)Chemicals
Official wording
7.0(B) - X. Chemical - Poisonous/toxic material
Inspector’s notes
Working containers of poisonous/toxic materials are not labeled. Observed spray bottles containing sanitizer solution that was unlabeled. All working containers of 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.
More about chemicals stored or used unsafelynotedCode 4.8(E)(1)Equipment and utensils
Official wording
4.8(E)(1) - Equipment, utensils, linens, single-service articles, and single-use articles - storage
Inspector’s notes
Cleaned equipment or utensils, laundered linens, or single-service or single-use articles are not stored in a clean, dry location, protected from contamination. Observed clean equipment stored right next a handwashing sink that dose not have a splash guard. Must move all equipment and utensils away from the hand sink and store upside down or install splash guard.
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 issuesOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Sep 19, 2024 · Original Source
COMPLAINT - COMPLAINT
Feb 29, 2024
Not Abated
1 recorded violation
notedCode 3701-21-03Equipment and utensils
Official wording
"3701-21-03 - Violation - Approval of Facility Layout and Equipment Specifications Facility constructed, remodeled, or equipment installed without prior written approval from the licensor."
Inspector’s notes
"Operator has constructed a storage area without prior approval from the health department. Food is temporarily stored in the garage area next door. Plastic protective barrier covers the door way to protect food in the garage from construction dust/debris. Approval of Facility Layout and Equipment Specifications Facility constructed, remodeled, or equipment installed without prior written approval from the licensor."
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 issuesOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Feb 29, 2024 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Feb 12, 2024
Not Abated
1 recorded violation
notedCode 3717-1-04.4(A)(1)Equipment and utensils
Official wording
"3717-1-04.4(A)(1) - Violation - Equipment-good repair and proper adjustment. Equipment and/or components were not maintained in good working order."
Inspector’s notes
"Refrigeration unit in prep/baking area is out of order and repair a work in progress. Unit not in use during inspection."
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 issuesOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Feb 12, 2024 · Original Source