ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Mar 16, 2026
12 recorded violations
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4.8(E)(2)(a)(b) - Equipment, Utensils, Linens - Storage
Inspector’s notes
Clean equipment and utensils were not properly stored. Some clean pots not stored inverted. Clean containers should be stored inverted.
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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4.5(D) - Nonfood-contact surfaces - cleaning frequency
Inspector’s notes
Nonfood-contact surfaces are not cleaned frequently enough. Surface under hood filters not properly 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.
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2.4(C)(18) - I. Employee Health - Written Procedures for Cleaning Up Vomiting and Diarrheal Events
Inspector’s notes
No/inadequate written procedures for response to vomiting/diarrheal events. Written procedure for cleanup not posted in kitchen area anywhere.
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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4.5(B)(5) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Equipment Food Contact Surfaces and Utensils – Cleaning Frequency
Inspector’s notes
Surfaces of utensils or equipment contacting non-TCS food were not cleaned at appropriate frequency. Ice container in bakery side not cleaned thoroughly and had dirt on left inside wall. Corrected on site.
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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6.0(A)(1)(a) - Indoor areas - surface characteristics
Inspector’s notes
Indoor floor, wall, or ceiling surfaces are not smooth, durable, and easily cleanable in areas where FSO or RFE activities are conducted. Chipping on cieling in walk in cooler in hot side. Scrap and repaint with food grade paint.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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6.4(D)(1) - Cleaning Ventilation Systems- Nuisance and Discharge
Inspector’s notes
Intake and exhaust air ducts are a source of contamination by dust, dirt, and other materials. Cieling vents in hot side not adequately cleaned of dust.
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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6.4(J)(2) - Using Dressing Rooms and Lockers
Inspector’s notes
Lockers or other suitable facilities are not being utilized for the orderly storage of employee clothing and other possessions. Employee jacket hanging on clean containers rack instead of designated area.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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6.1(N) - Exterior Walls and Roofs - Protective Barrier
Inspector’s notes
Perimeter walls or roof does not protect against the weather or pests. Hole in back wall by docks. This whole should be filled fully so it is flush with the wall.
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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3.2(D) - Food Storage Containers - Identified with Common Name of Food
Inspector’s notes
Working containers of food are not properly labeled. A few spice containers were not properly labeled with the content.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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6.2(B) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Handwashing Cleanser - Availability
Inspector’s notes
Each handwashing lavatory did not have a supply of hand cleanser. Handwashing sink in dish area did not have soap stocked.
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.
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4.4(A)(2) - Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment
Inspector’s notes
Equipment components were not intact, tight or properly adjusted. Gaps in filters under the hood in sauce area. Replace filters with correct size to fill the gap.
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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4.8(A)(1) - Equipment and Utensils - Air-Drying
Inspector’s notes
Equipment and utensils are not being air dried or allowed to drain adequately after sanitizing. Pots stacked after cleaning while still wet. Pots and containers should be air dried individually before stacking.
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 issuesOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Mar 16, 2026 · Original Source