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Cincinnati, OH

Cabana On The River

7445 Forbes Rd

Last inspected Sep 3, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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6 inspections

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Sep 3, 2026

Approved - Minor Violations

3 recorded violations

notedCode 4.0(I)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

4.0(I) - Nonfood-Contact Surfaces - Materials

Inspector’s notes

The nonfood contact surface is no longer corrosion -resistant, nonabsorbent and/or smooth.

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 4.1(LL)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

4.1(LL) - Food equipment - certification and classification

Inspector’s notes

Food equipment was not commercially approvable by an recognized testing agency.

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
notedCode 6.1(M)Other

Official wording

6.1(M) - Outer Openings - Protected

Inspector’s notes

Outer openings of a food facility were not protected against the entry of insects and rodents.

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, Sep 3, 2026 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Aug 25, 2026

Not In Compliance

8 recorded violations

notedCode 4.6(C)(3)Contamination

Official wording

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 dishwashing machine in prep area not saitizing with effective chemical concentration. Use three compartment sink until dishwasher is repaired.

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 contamination
notedCode 4.0(I)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

4.0(I) - Nonfood-Contact Surfaces - Materials

Inspector’s notes

The nonfood contact surface is no longer corrosion -resistant, nonabsorbent and/or smooth. Observed corrosion on metal tables in prep area. Repair.

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 4.1(LL)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

4.1(LL) - Food equipment - certification and classification

Inspector’s notes

Food equipment was not commercially approvable by an recognized testing agency. Observed household crock pot in prep area. Obtain commercial hot holding.

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
notedCode 4.4(S)(1)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

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 for topping in containers. Discontinue reusing 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.

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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 build up inside soda guns in main bar and volley ball bar. They 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.

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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 service items outside of protective packaging in volleyball bar and adjacent bar. Assure single service items are protective.

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
notedCode 6.1(M)Other

Official wording

6.1(M) - Outer Openings - Protected

Inspector’s notes

Outer openings of a food facility were not protected against the entry of insects and rodents. Observed doors being kept open leading to prep area. Close doors or assure there is protection from pests entering prep area.

In plain English

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

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notedCode 3.4(C)Food temperature

Official wording

3.4(C) - Thawing TCS

Inspector’s notes

TCS food was improperly thawed. Observed sealed food in prep sink thawing in stagnant room temperature water. Thaw under refrigeration, in ice bath, directly cook, or under running cold water.

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.

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

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

May 6, 2026

Approved - Minor Violations

6 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 build up on fan in main kitchen. 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 4.0(I)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

4.0(I) - Nonfood-Contact Surfaces - Materials

Inspector’s notes

The nonfood contact surface is no longer corrosion -resistant, nonabsorbent and/or smooth. Observed steel table in main kitchen no longer corrosion resitant. Replace or clean so table in corrosion -resistant, nonabsorbent and/or smooth.

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 4.1(C)(1-4)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

4.1(C)(1-4) - Food Contact Surfaces Cleanability

Inspector’s notes

Multiuse food-contact surfaces were not smooth or free of breaks, open seams, cracks, chips, inclusions, pits, sharp internal angles, space corners, or crevices. Observed chips on ice scoop in volley ball bar. Scoop was voluntarily discarded. +COS

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(M)Other

Official wording

6.1(M) - Outer Openings - Protected

Inspector’s notes

Outer openings of a food facility were not protected against the entry of insects and rodents. Observed gaps on doors in the main kitchen. Close gaps to prevent entry of insects and rodents.

In plain English

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

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notedCode 3.4(F)(1)(a)Food temperature

Official wording

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. Observed sauce holding at 117 ° F. Sauce was reheated to hold at 135 ° 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.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
notedCode 3.2(K)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

3.2(K) - In-use utensils - between-use storage

Inspector’s notes

In-use utensils are improperly stored. Observed scoops in main bar being held next to alcohol bottles. Place scoops in clean dry containers.

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

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, May 6, 2026 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Sep 26, 2025

Approved - No Violations

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Sep 26, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Apr 30, 2025

Approved - No Violations

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Apr 30, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Jun 21, 2024

Approved - Minor Violations

2 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 buildup on the ice machine. 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.

More about food not protected from contamination
notedCode 4.5(B)(4)(b)Contamination

Official wording

4.5(B)(4)(b) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Cleaning frequency

Inspector’s notes

Utensils or equipment are not cleaned at the proper frequency or the frequency is not documented Observed soda fountain nozzles not being cleaned frequently enough. They must be sanitized at least every 24 hours.

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 contamination

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jun 21, 2024 · Original Source

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