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Cafe Mochiko

1524 Madison Rd

Last inspected Jul 23, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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7 inspections

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Jul 23, 2026

Approved - Minor Violations

6 recorded violations

notedCode 3.2(D)Other

Official wording

3.2(D) - Food Storage Containers - Identified with Common Name of Food

Inspector’s notes

Working containers of food are not properly labeled. Observed multiple food items in working containers that were not properly labeled. Ensure food items removed from the original packaging and are not easily identifiable are labeled with the common name of the food item.

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

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notedCode 3.4(H)(1)Food temperature

Official wording

3.4(H)(1) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Ready-to-eat, TCS - disposition

Inspector’s notes

Ready-to-eat, TCS food was not discarded by the date mark, or was undated and not discarded or was not discarded when the date mark exceeded the required time/temperature combination. Observed food items that were not discarded by the date indicated on the date marking. Ensure ready-to-eat, TCS food is discarded when the date mark exceeded the required time/temperature combination. PIC discarded the out-of-date food items.

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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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 a buildup of suspected mold on the inside of the ice machine. Ensure that the interior food contact surfaces of the ice machine are cleaned and sanitized. PIC drained out the ice machine to clean and sanitize the ice machine.

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 3.2(C)(1)(a)Contamination

Official wording

3.2(C)(1)(a) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Packaged and Unpackaged Food - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation

Inspector’s notes

Ready-to-eat food was not protected from cross-contamination by raw animal food. Observed raw chicken stored above raw pork in the reach-in cooler in the kitchen. Ensure raw animal products are stored according to cooking temperatures with the highest cooking temperature products stored on the bottom. PIC moved the raw chicken to the bottom of the cooler.

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 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. Observed a buildup of grease and debris on the floor underneath the fryer. Ensure the floor are cleaned more frequently and maintained 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.

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notedCode 3701-21-22Other

Official wording

3701-21-22 - Food Choking Standards

Inspector’s notes

Facility did not have accessible instructions for removing food of a choking victim accessible to the public as well as food employees. Observed instructions for removing food of a choking victim were not accessible by the public.

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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, Jul 23, 2026 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Jan 15, 2026

Approved - Minor Violations

2 recorded violations

notedCode 3.2(C)(1)(b)Contamination

Official wording

3.2(C)(1)(b) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Packaged and Unpackaged Food - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation

Inspector’s notes

The food facility is not preventing cross contamination between different types of raw animal products. Raw chicken was defrosting in the same container as beef in the fridge. Beef was moved to defrost in different container. +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.

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notedCode 3.4(A)Food temperature

Official wording

3.4(A) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Frozen food

Inspector’s notes

Foods in frozen storage exhibit signs of thawing or refreezing. Observed fries with signs of refreezing . Fries were voluntarily thrown away. +COS

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, Jan 15, 2026 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Jun 6, 2025

Approved - Minor Violations

1 recorded violation

notedCode 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 no splash guards next to handwashing sink that is immediately adjacent to food equipment.

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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Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jun 6, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

May 23, 2025

Not In Compliance

6 recorded violations

notedCode 3.5(C)(2)(e)Food source and labeling

Official wording

3.5(C)(2)(e) - Food Labeling - Allergens

Inspector’s notes

A food label did not include the name of the food source of each major food allergen contained in a food unless the food source is already part of the common or usual name of the respective ingredient. Observed wrapped shokupan where ingredients were not available upon request or displayed. Emailed PIC serving line letter of opinion. Bread taken back behind counter. +COS

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.

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notedCode 3.5(E)Food source and labeling

Official wording

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. Raw food advisory missing disclosure. Showed PIC examples of disclosure statements or description next to products.

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.

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notedCode 3.4(I)(2)Food temperature

Official wording

3.4(I)(2) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Time as a public health control

Inspector’s notes

Not following requirements for the 4 hour time as a public health control. Observed pastry with egg that was not discarded at the end of 4 hours. Pastry was voluntarily discarded. +COS

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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notedCode 4.4(N)(1-5)Chemicals

Official wording

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 no chlorine in rinse cycle of dishwasher. Discontinue use of dishwasher until it can be ensured that adequate chlorine is provided in rinse. +REPEAT

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.

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notedCode 6.4(A)Facility maintenance

Official wording

6.4(A) - Repairing

Inspector’s notes

The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair. Observed water damaged ceiling tiles over drystorage next to bakery serving area. Observed water damaged ceiling tiles in hallway.

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.

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notedCode 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 boiler and utensils less than 2' from handwashing sink with no 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.

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Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, May 23, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Jan 17, 2025

Approved - Minor Violations

2 recorded violations

notedCode 4.4(N)Contamination

Official wording

4.4(N) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Warewashing Equipment

Inspector’s notes

A chemical sanitizer was unregistered, improperly used, or improperly produced. Observed no sanitizer in rinse of dishwasher. Dishwasher was adjusted to provide adequate sanitizer in rinse.

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 2.3(C)Employee health and hygiene

Official wording

2.3(C) - Hair restraints, effectiveness

Inspector’s notes

Food employee(s) did not have their hair effectively restrained by wearing hair coverings.

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.

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Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jan 17, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Aug 9, 2024

Approved - Minor Violations

5 recorded violations

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

Official wording

5.1(S)(2) - Plumbing system

Inspector’s notes

Plumbing system is not maintained in good repair. Observed water leaking from the hand wash sink by bar area. Must be fixed.

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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notedCode 3.4(G)(1)Food temperature

Official wording

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 working working containers not dated. Must be dated and labeled if food item is held for 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.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
notedCode 3.1(L)Food source and labeling

Official wording

3.1(L) - V. Food from Approved Source - Package Integrity

Inspector’s notes

Food packaging does not protect food from contamination. Observed stacks of flour that were damaged. PIC moved flour to be discarded. Damaged products need to be not rejected.

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.

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notedCode 6.4(D)(1)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

6.4(D)(1) - Facilities: Ventilation systems: Cleaning

Inspector’s notes

Intake and exhaust air ducts are a source of contamination by dust, dirt, and other materials. Observed dust on vent cover.

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 4.5(A)(1)Contamination

Official wording

4.5(A)(1) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Equipment cleanliness

Inspector’s notes

Food-contact surfaces were dirty. Observed debris on the back of the slicer blade and on grip. Slicer was 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.

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Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Aug 9, 2024 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Dec 29, 2023

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

"Observed noodle boiler that was not installed with prior written approval from the licensor. Contact Trisha Blake, REHS for review of equipment change (trisha.blake@cincinnati-oh.gov)."

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, Dec 29, 2023 · Original Source

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