ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Aug 4, 2025
Approved - No Violations
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Aug 4, 2025 · Original Source
Approved - No Violations
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3 inspectionsROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Sep 27, 2024
Approved - Minor Violations
3 recorded violations
notedCode 5.1(L)(1)Handwashing
Official wording
5.1(L)(1) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Handwashing facilities
Inspector’s notes
Handwashing facility is not located to allow convenient use by employees. Observed handwashing sink inside of a cabinet and very close to the counter top above it. Not very accessible.
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.
More about handwashing problemsnotedCode 5.0(J)Other
Official wording
5.0(J) - Water distribution, delivery, retention system
Inspector’s notes
Water is not received from the source through either an approved water distribution, delivery, or retention system.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 5.1(C)(1)Handwashing
Official wording
5.1(C)(1) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Handwashing facility
Inspector’s notes
Handwashing sink does not provide water at a temperature =100° F. Handsink is not providing water. Needs repaired asap. Employees are washing hands at a brick and mortar location nearby.
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.
More about handwashing problemsOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Sep 27, 2024 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Oct 16, 2023
Not Abated
1 recorded violation
notedCode 3717-1-03.2(C)(2)Contamination
Official wording
"3717-1-03.2(C)(2) - Violation - Protection from Contamination-Food Storage Food is stored unwrapped or in uncovered containers."
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION: Observed dip n dots product uncovered prior to the stand opening. CORRECTIVE ACTION: Stored food items must be covered. If the item is not actively being sampled, then it must be covered. Cover all product when closing for the day."
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 contaminationOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Oct 16, 2023 · Original Source