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Cincinnati, OH

Cincinnati Cooks

3401 Rosenthal Wy

Last inspected Jun 25, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Approved - Minor Violations

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10 inspections

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Jun 25, 2026

Approved - Minor Violations

1 recorded violation

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 on top area of stand mixer in prep area. Mixers were cleaned and sanitized. +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.

More about food not protected from contamination

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

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Dec 30, 2025

Approved - Minor Violations

1 recorded violation

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

Official wording

5.1(S)(2) - Plumbing System- Maintained in Good Repair

Inspector’s notes

Plumbing system is not maintained in good repair. Observed a leak from the ventilation hood near coffee area. It must be repaired.

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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems

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

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Sep 15, 2025

Approved - Minor Violations

2 recorded violations

notedCode 4.5(A)(2)(3)Food temperature

Official wording

4.5(A)(2)(3) - Food-Contact Surfaces of Cooking Equipment and Pans and Nonfood-Contact Surfaces Equipment

Inspector’s notes

The food contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans and Nonfood contact surfaces of equipment are to be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Observed a buildup of ice and spilled food within the freezer in the warehouse. It must be cleaned.

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 6.4(A)Facility maintenance

Official wording

6.4(A) - Repairing

Inspector’s notes

The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair. Observed the floor-wall junction outside o the walk-in leaking. It must be repaired.

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.

More about building upkeep issues

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Sep 15, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Aug 25, 2025

Not In Compliance

3 recorded violations

notedCode 4.5(A)(2)(3)Food temperature

Official wording

4.5(A)(2)(3) - Food-Contact Surfaces of Cooking Equipment and Pans and Nonfood-Contact Surfaces Equipment

Inspector’s notes

The food contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans and Nonfood contact surfaces of equipment are to be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Observed a buildup of ice and spilled food within the freezer in the warehouse. It must be cleaned.

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

Official wording

5.1(S)(2) - Plumbing System- Maintained in Good Repair

Inspector’s notes

Plumbing system is not maintained in good repair. Observed a leak within ALL ventilation hoods. The leaks in the ventilation hoods at Kid's Cafe, baking area, and coffee station 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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems
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 the floor-wall junction outside of the walk-in leaking. It must be repaired.

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.

More about building upkeep issues

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Aug 25, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Aug 4, 2025

Not In Compliance

4 recorded violations

notedCode 6.4(A)Facility maintenance

Official wording

6.4(A) - Repairing

Inspector’s notes

The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair. 1. Observed the floor-wall junction outside of the walk-in leaking. It must be repaired. 2. Observed a hole in the wall outside of the dish storage area. It must be repaired.

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.

More about building upkeep issues
notedCode 4.3(B)(2)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

4.3(B)(2) - Fixed equipment installation - Spacing or Sealing

Inspector’s notes

Equipment is not sealed to the surface or allow for ease of cleaning. Observed the tables within the dishroom not sealed to the walls. The tables must be sealed to walls for ease of cleaning.

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 4.5(A)(2)(3)Food temperature

Official wording

4.5(A)(2)(3) - Food-Contact Surfaces of Cooking Equipment and Pans and Nonfood-Contact Surfaces Equipment

Inspector’s notes

The food contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans and Nonfood contact surfaces of equipment are to be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Observed a buildup of ice and spilled food within the freezer in the warehouse. It must be cleaned.

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

Official wording

5.1(S)(2) - Plumbing System- Maintained in Good Repair

Inspector’s notes

Plumbing system is not maintained in good repair. Observed a leak within ALL ventilation hoods. The leaks in the ventilation hoods at Kid's Cafe, baking area, and coffee station 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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Aug 4, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Jan 16, 2025

Approved - Minor Violations

4 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 a leak from the ventilation hood above food prep area. It must be repaired.

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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems
notedCode 6.4(B)(1)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

6.4(B)(1) - Facilities: Cleaning: Frequency

Inspector’s notes

The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Observed a buildup behind the tables in dish room. The walls must be cleaned.

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 6.4(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 a buildup on the backside of the ventilation hood. It must be cleaned.

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 4.3(B)(2)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

4.3(B)(2) - Fixed equipment installation

Inspector’s notes

Equipment is not sealed to the surface or allow for ease of cleaning. Observed tables in dishwashing room being used while unsealed. The perimeter must be sealed to allow for easier cleaning.

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, Jan 16, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Sep 24, 2024

Approved - Minor Violations

2 recorded violations

notedCode 3.2(T)Other

Official wording

3.2(T) - Food preparation

Inspector’s notes

Food is not protected from environmental sources of contamination during preparation. Observed ventilation hood leaking above food prep area. To prevent food from being contaminated by the dripping water, food must not be prepped under the leaking portion of the hood (until the problem is resolved).

In plain English

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

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notedCode 6.4(A)Facility maintenance

Official wording

6.4(A) - Facilities: Maintenance: Good repair

Inspector’s notes

The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair. Observed water building up on walls and floor of walk-in cooler. It must be fixed.

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.

More about building upkeep issues

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Sep 24, 2024 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Sep 3, 2024

Not In Compliance

2 recorded violations

notedCode 6.4(A)Facility maintenance

Official wording

6.4(A) - Facilities: Maintenance: Good repair

Inspector’s notes

The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair. 1. Observed build-up of condensation pooling out the outside of the walk-in freezer on the left side. Needs to be addressed and fixed. 2. Observed ice forming in the walk-in cooler near the front as well as water/condensation pooling in the front. Water is also collecting in the back. Need to be addressed and fixed. 3. Observed leaking from the vent hood at the end of the first gril located by the coffee machine. Needs to be addressed and fixed.

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.

More about building upkeep issues
notedCode 20.0(B)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

20.0(B) - Replacement of existing equipment

Inspector’s notes

Existing equipment/facilities no longer meet requirements and must be replaced. Observed proofer box that is not properly operating and a source of potential mold build-up. This equipment needs to be fixed immediately or replaced.

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, Sep 3, 2024 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Aug 6, 2024

Not In Compliance

3 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 buildup inside the top of the ice machine. Needs to to 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 6.4(A)Facility maintenance

Official wording

6.4(A) - Facilities: Maintenance: Good repair

Inspector’s notes

The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair. 1. Observed build-up of condensation pooling out the outside of the walk-in freezer on the left side. Needs to be addressed and fixed. 2. Observed ice forming in the walk-in cooler near the front as well as water/condensation pooling in the front. Water is also collecting in the back. Need to be addressed and fixed. 3. Observed leaking from the vent hood at the end of the first gril located by the coffee machine. Needs to be addressed and fixed.

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.

More about building upkeep issues
notedCode 20.0(B)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

20.0(B) - Replacement of existing equipment

Inspector’s notes

Existing equipment/facilities no longer meet requirements and must be replaced. Observed proofer box that is not properly operating and a source of potential mold build-up. This equipment needs to be fixed immediately or replaced.

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, Aug 6, 2024 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Jan 11, 2024

Not Abated

2 recorded violations

notedCode 3717-1-05.1(S)(2)Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

"3717-1-05.1(S)(2) - Violation - Plumbing system-maintained in good repair Plumbing system is not maintained in good repair."

Inspector’s notes

"Observed all hand sinks in kitchen, specifically the two hand sinks near the ""hot line"" area, having issues with their motion sensors. The faucet does not turn on when trying to use the sink. The sinks must turn on when someone is trying to use them to ensure that all employees working with food have clean hands. Plumbing system is not maintained in good repair."

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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems
notedCode 3717-1-06.4(N)Facility maintenance

Official wording

"3717-1-06.4(N) - Violation - Maintaining premises: unnecessary items and litter. There are unnecessary or nonfunctional items and /or litter on the premises. "

Inspector’s notes

"Observed an unattached shelf sitting on the floor in the mop sink area. It either must become functional, or it must be removed. There are unnecessary or nonfunctional items and /or litter on the premises."

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.

More about building upkeep issues

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jan 11, 2024 · Original Source

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