ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Jul 21, 2026
10 recorded violations
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 mental cabinet no longer corrosion resistant. Replace or 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.
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4.5(D) - Nonfood-contact surfaces - cleaning frequency
Inspector’s notes
Nonfood-contact surfaces are not cleaned frequently enough. Observed ice build up in the freezer. Clean Observed build up inside fryer compartment. Clean Observed residue on outside of plastic containers. 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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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. 1. Observed single service cup being reused as scoops in flour. Do not reuse single service item.
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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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 in walk in cooler not date marked in a consistent manner. Date mark items with the date of discard. +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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3.4(F)(1)(b) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Time/Temperature Controlled for Safety Food - Cold Holding
Inspector’s notes
TCS foods were being held at temperatures >41° F. Observed chicken on the counter holding at 65 F for less than two hours. Chicken was placed in the cooler.
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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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. Observed ground meat over fish in reach in cooler in prep area. Fish was moved. +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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3.2(M)(4) - Wiping cloths - use limitation
Inspector’s notes
There was visible dirt and debris on wiping cloths or the sanitizing solution used to hold wet wiping cloths is not free of food debris and visible soil. Observed debris in sanitizing solution. Wiping cloth solution and cloths were replaced. +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.
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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. 1. Observed plastic spatula and plastic container in prep area not free of cracks. Items were voluntarily discarded.
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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3701-21-02(I) - Display of License
Inspector’s notes
FSO license not displayed onsite.
In plain English
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.
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5.4(N)(2) - Covering Receptacles
Inspector’s notes
Outdoor refuse/recyclables/returnables receptacles are not covered with tight fitting lids or doors. Observed dumpster door open. Assure dumpster is closed to avoid pests.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jul 21, 2026 · Original Source