COMPLAINT - COMPLAINT
Sep 23, 2026
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Sep 23, 2026 · Original Source
COMPLAINT - COMPLAINT
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Sep 23, 2026 · Original Source
COMPLAINT - COMPLAINT
2 recorded violations
3.4(F)(1)(b) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Time/Temperature Controlled for Safety Food - Cold Holding
TCS foods were being held at temperatures >41° F. Observed cooked zucchini and shredded cheese at 47F, blue cheese at 50F. Ensure to monitor temperatures to ensure they are at 41F or below in cold holding. Person in charge voluntarily discarded items over 41F, will utilize another nearby cooler until unit repaired.
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 temperature4.4(A)(2) - Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment
Equipment components were not intact, tight or properly adjusted. Cold holding prep unit still not holding entirely at 41F or below. Ensure to keep in good repair.
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 16, 2026 · Original Source
COMPLAINT - COMPLAINT
2 recorded violations
4.4(A)(2) - Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment
Equipment components were not intact, tight or properly adjusted. Observed cold holding prep units not holding at 41F or below. Damaged gaskets on doors also present. Ensure to keep equipment in good repair.
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 issues3.4(F)(1)(b) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Time/Temperature Controlled for Safety Food - Cold Holding
TCS foods were being held at temperatures >41° F. Observed shredded cheese, lettuce, blue cheese at 50F in top of cold holding prep unit. Meatballs underneath in unit were 47F. Ensure to monitor TCS food temperatures as often as necessary to prevent contamination. Person in charge noted items had been in unit since the day prior and voluntarily discarded TCS items. A bag of pepperoni was in unit underneath but person in charge noted it had been brought over from the freezer earlier and it was reading under 41F so was relocated. Facility will utilize the other cold holding units unit repaired. Will follow up.
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 temperatureOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Sep 9, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
8 recorded violations
4.5(D) - Nonfood-contact surfaces - cleaning frequency
Nonfood-contact surfaces are not cleaned frequently enough. Observed build up on racks a in back storage area. It must be cleaned. Observed dust build up on ceiling. It must be cleaned.
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 problems6.4(K) - Controlling Pests
The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests is not being adequately controlled or minimized. Observed pest presence near dishwashing area. Observed pest control report who is treating once a month. Discussed with PIC increasing visits until problem subsides. +COS
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insects7.1(C)(1) - X. Chemical - Conditions of Use
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 present in the facility. Use pest control operator. Pesticide was discarded. +COS
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 unsafely4.5(A)(1) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils: Clean to Sight and Touch
Food-contact surfaces were not clean to the sight and touch. Observed build up on stand mixer. Stand mixer was cleaned. +COS
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 contamination4.0(I) - Nonfood-Contact Surfaces - Materials
The nonfood contact surface is no longer corrosion -resistant, nonabsorbent and/or smooth. Obeserved corrosion on metal racks around the facility. Repair or replace.
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 problems3.5(D)(6) - Other Forms of Information
The license holder did not notify customers of the presence of major allergens as an ingredient in unpackaged food items served or sold to the customer. Notify customers of allergens used in unpacakaged food.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other finding4.4(D) - Warewashing equipment: Cleaning Frequency
Warewashing equipment and/or components were not cleaned throughout the day or before use. Observed build up on dishwasher components. It must be cleaned.
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 problems5.4(G)(1) - Storage Areas, Rooms, and receptacles-Capacity and Availability
Refuse is stored in an area insufficient to handle the amount of waste. Observed trash cans overflowing. Ensure there is enough trash cans to handle the amount of waste.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Aug 26, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
3 recorded violations
3.2(J) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Food Contact with Equipment, Utensils, and Linens
Food is contacting an unclean surface. Observed the bottom of a container in direct contact with food. Manager removed container from food and advised they would store foods with lids moving forward. +COS
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 contamination4.4(D) - Warewashing equipment: Cleaning Frequency
Warewashing equipment and/or components were not cleaned throughout the day or before use. Observed a buildup within the dishwasher. It must be cleaned more frequently.
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 problems6.4(D)(1) - Cleaning Ventilation Systems- Nuisance and Discharge
Intake and exhaust air ducts are a source of contamination by dust, dirt, and other materials. Observed a buildup within the ventilation hood. It must be cleaned.
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 problemsOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jan 15, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
9 recorded violations
3.2(Y) - Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination
Miscellaneous sources of contamination observed. Chemicals stored in and around hand washing sink in the bar. Keep chemicals away or below to prevent contamination.
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 contamination4.1(LL) - Food equipment - certification and classification
Food equipment was not commercially approvable by an recognized testing agency. Observed non commercial can opener was on shelf by the door. Replace it with commercial can opener to clean blade which is food contact surface properly.
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 issues6.4(B)(1) - Cleaning- Frequency and Restrictions
The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Yellow pipe line by kitchen ceiling was soiled with grease and dirt.
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 problems4.5(D) - Nonfood-contact surfaces - cleaning frequency
Nonfood-contact surfaces are not cleaned frequently enough. Soiled soft drink nozzle in the bar.
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 problems7.1(A) - X. Chemical - Storage: Separation
Poisonous/toxic materials are stored in a manner that could contaminate food, equipment, utensils, linens, or single-service or single-use articles. Chemicals stored with food in bar. Keep chemicals away or below from food and food contact surfaces to prevent contamination.
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 unsafely6.2(C) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Handwashing Sinks - Hand Drying Provision
Handwashing lavatory had no, unapproved, or inoperable hand drying provision. No paper towels available at bar hand sink.
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.
More about handwashing problems4.5(B)(5) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Equipment Food Contact Surfaces and Utensils – Cleaning Frequency
Surfaces of utensils or equipment contacting non-TCS food were not cleaned at appropriate frequency. Observed dirt inside ice machine. Discard ice clean and sanitize ice machine. Clean ice machine thoroughly.
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 contamination3.2(C)(1)(a) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Packaged and Unpackaged Food - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation
Ready-to-eat food was not protected from cross-contamination by raw animal food. Raw eggs stored over cooked chicken. Keep raw animal food below ready to eat food to prevent contamination.
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 contamination6.4(A) - Repairing
The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair. Broken and corodded faucet assembly on hand sink in the kitchen.Replace faucet.
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 issuesOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jun 20, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
7 recorded violations
3.4(I)(2) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Time as a public health control
Not following requirements for the 4 hour time as a public health control. Observed pizzas held on racks that were not marked with a discard time. Pizzas were voluntarily discarded. Should facility wish to use time as a public health control, a proper written procedure will need to be made up in advance.
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 temperature6.4(A) - Repairing
The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair. Observed floor coating in bad repair.
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 issues7.1(C)(1) - X. Chemical - Conditions of Use
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 dichlorvos strips used in food area. Dischlorvos strips voluntarily discarded.
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 unsafely3.4(F)(1)(b) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Time/Temperature Controlled for Safety Food - Cold Holding
TCS foods were being held at temperatures >41° F. Observed garlic in oil mixture held overnight at ambient temperature. Garlic in oil mixture was voluntarily discarded.
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 temperature3.4(D)(1) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Cooling
TCS foods are not being properly cooled within the allowed time period. Observed chicken that had been cooling for 2 hours at 76°F. Chicken was reheated.
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 temperature6.4(J)(2) - Using Dressing Rooms and Lockers
Lockers or other suitable facilities are not being utilized for the orderly storage of employee clothing and other possessions. Observed employee items stored in non-designated areas.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other finding5.3(E) - Conveying sewage
Sewage is not conveyed through use of an approved system. Observed no air gap for ice bins. Provide proper air gaps.
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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Dec 20, 2024 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
6 recorded violations
3.2(A)(2) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Bare Hand Contact RTE Food
Food employee was touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands. Employee handling ready to eat greens with bare hands. Use gloves or utensils to handles ready to eat food.
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.
More about handwashing problems6.4(N) - Maintaining premises: unnecessary items and litter.
There are unnecessary or nonfunctional items and /or litter on the premises. Non working dish washer still in the kitchen and accumulation dirt. Remove it from the facility or fix to use it.
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 issues4.5(A)(2)(3) - Equipment, food-contact surfaces, nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils
Non-food contact surfaces are dirty. Soiled surface of side board of unused washing machine. Keep it clean.
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 problems3.2(D) - Food Storage containers
Working containers of food are not properly labeled. Most of the working containers and sauce bottles in coolers were unlabeled through out the kitchen. Label all food containers properly.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other finding3.2(M)(2)(a) - Wiping cloths
Wet wiping cloth was not maintained in a sanitizer solution between uses. Wet wiping clothes on steel tale by line cooler.
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 problems4.1(GG) - Equipment Compartments Drainage
Equipment compartments are not designed to allow complete drainage. Water pooling on the bottom of bar cooler.
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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jun 1, 2024 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
10 recorded violations
"901:3-4-02 (G) - Violation - Display of License RFE License not displayed."
"Display of License FSO License not displayed at the facility."
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issues"3717-1-06.4(B)(1) - Violation - Facilities: Cleaning: Frequency The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean."
"Soiled and sticky bar floor. Scrub clean the floor. The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean."
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"3717-1-04.5(A)(3) - Violation - Equipment cleanliness-Nonfood-contact Non-food contact surfaces are dirty."
"Mold on shelves and back wall inside upright cooler in dry storage area. Clean it regularly to prevent mold growth. Non-food contact surfaces are dirty."
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"3717-1-04.4(A)(2) - Violation - Equipment,good repair, doors, seals Equipment components were not intact, tight or properly adjusted. "
"Replace gaskets in coolers where needed. Equipment components were not intact, tight or properly adjusted."
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"3717-1-04.5(A)(1)(2) - Violation - Equipment cleanliness-food contact Food-contact surfaces were dirty."
"OBSERVATION: Ice scoop stored in soiled container. Food-contact surfaces were dirty. CORRECTIVE ACTION: Keep all clean food contact surfaces on clean and dry location. Wash ice scoop container daily."
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"3717-1-06.4(N) - Violation - Maintaining premises: unnecessary items and litter. There are unnecessary or nonfunctional items and /or litter on the premises. "
"Broken cooler in storage and broken or unused dish washer in the kitchen. Remove it from the facility. REPEAT VIOLATION. There are unnecessary or nonfunctional items and /or litter on the premises."
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"3717-1-03.2(K) - Violation - In-use utensils-between-use storage In-use utensils are improperly stored."
"In between knives held in a slot between wall and knife holder. Keep clean knives and utensils on a clean and dry space away from contamination. In-use utensils are improperly stored."
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"3717-1-03.4(G)(1) - Violation - RTE TCS, date marking, food prepared in facility 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."
"OBSERVATION: No discard date on meat balls.. 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. CORRECTIVE ACTION: Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, TCS food that is prepared in the food facility and held refrigerated for more than 24 hours is MUST BE properly date marked."
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.
More about food source, dating, or labeling problems"3717-1-03.2(D) - Violation - Food Storage containers-common name ID Working containers of food are not properly labeled."
"Unlabeled spice container. Working containers of food are not properly labeled."
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.
More about food source, dating, or labeling problems"3717-1-03.2(M)(2)(a) - Violation - Wiping cloths-use limitation Wet wiping cloth was not maintained in a sanitizer solution between uses."
"Wet rags on the table. Wet wiping cloth must be maintained in a sanitizer solution between uses."
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 problemsOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Feb 5, 2024 · Original Source