ImprovingThe latest inspection recorded fewer violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
2 inspections
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Nov 3, 2023
Abated
2 recorded violations
notedCode 3717-1-02.4(C)(17)Other
Official wording
"3717-1-02.4(C)(17) - Violation - PIC Duties -response plan for vomiting/diarrhea No/inadequate written procedures for response to vomiting/diarrheal events."
Inspector’s notes
"Violation has been abated"
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
"3717-1-07.0(B) - Violation - Poisonous/toxic material-working containers Working containers of poisonous/toxic materials are not labeled."
Inspector’s notes
"Violation has been abated"
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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Nov 3, 2023 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Oct 18, 2023
Not Abated
8 recorded violations
notedCode 3717-1-03.2(T)Contamination
Official wording
"3717-1-03.2(T) - Violation - Food preparation-preventing contamination Food is not protected from environmental sources of contamination during preparation."
Inspector’s notes
"Observed prep table and equipment used for preparing Simple Syrups etc. underneath a sewage pipe in the basement. Move prep table or create a barrier such as a drip tray to protect food/equipment from potential drips from plumbing pipe."
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.
"3717-1-02.4(C)(17) - Violation - PIC Duties -response plan for vomiting/diarrhea No/inadequate written procedures for response to vomiting/diarrheal events."
Inspector’s notes
"PIC Duties -response plan for vomiting/diarrhea
No/inadequate written procedures for response to vomiting/diarrheal events."
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
notedCode 3717-1-04.5(B)(5)Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
"3717-1-04.5(B)(5) - Violation - Cleaning Frequency-non-TCS food Surfaces of utensils or equipment contacting non-TCS food were not cleaned at appropriate frequency."
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION: Black residue on back splash inside of ice machine.
CORRECTIVE ACTION: Ice machine will be cleaned at the end of the night per Person in Charge."
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.
"3717-1-07.0(B) - Violation - Poisonous/toxic material-working containers Working containers of poisonous/toxic materials are not labeled."
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION: Chemical spray bottles with pink and green nozzles hanging on the side of the handsink were unlabeled at the bar.
CORRECTIVE ACTION: Operator moved and labeled bottles during inspection."
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.
"3717-1-06.2(C) - Violation - Facilities-hand drying provision Handwashing lavatory had no, unapproved, or inoperable hand drying provision."
Inspector’s notes
"Hand dryer in the restrooms were not working at the time of inspection. Person in charge stated some of the facility's electric had temporarily been turned off for repairs."
In plain English
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.
notedCode 3717-1-05.3(C)Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
"3717-1-05.3(C) - Violation - Drainage system-prohibited direct connections A direct connection exists between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food, portable equipment, or utensils are placed."
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION: There is no air gap obseved between the ice bin drain pipe and floor drain.
CORRECTIVE ACTION: Operator will install air gap as required."
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.
"3717-1-03.2(Q) - Violation - Food Storage-preventing contamination form the premises Food items are not protected from contamination during storage."
Inspector’s notes
"Boxes of Soda Fountain drinks were stored directly on the floor in the basement."
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.