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7 inspections
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Apr 21, 2026
Approved - Minor Violations
4 recorded violations
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 the 3-compartment sink leaking from the faucet
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.
notedCode 2.4(A)(3)Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
2.4(A)(3) - IV. Demonstration of Knowledge - Certified Manager
Inspector’s notes
No manager had Ohio manager certification in food protection.
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.
3.4(G)(2) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Ready-to-eat, TCS - date marking
Inspector’s notes
Ready-to-eat, TCS food that was prepared in a food processing plant and subsequently opened in a FSO or a RFE is not properly date marked.
Observed shredded cheese open and not dated inside reach-in fridge
-PIC dated the cheese
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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Apr 21, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Dec 4, 2025
Approved - Minor Violations
10 recorded violations
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 the 3-compartment sink faucet leaking
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.
Ready-to-eat, TCS food was not discarded by the date mark, or was undated and not discarded or was not discarded when the date mark exceeded the required time/temperature combination.
Observed mayonnaise dated 10/27 and not discarded
-PIC discarded the mayonnaise
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.
4.8(E)(1)(3) - Single-Service Articles and Single-Use Articles - Storage
Inspector’s notes
Single-service and single-use articles were not stored in the original protective package or were stored by means that did not protect them from contamination.
Observed single serve soufflé cup lids not protected inside the pull out drawer
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.
notedCode 2.4(A)(3)Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
2.4(A)(3) - IV. Demonstration of Knowledge - Certified Manager
Inspector’s notes
No manager had Ohio manager certification in food protection.
Did not observe a manager's certification in food protection
-PIC stated she took the class and passed, so instructor needs to submit to State
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.
6.2(E) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Handwashing Signage
Inspector’s notes
A handwashing sign was not posted at all handwashing lavatories.
Did not observe a hand washing sign at the hand sink
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.
3.4(G)(1) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Ready-to-eat, TCS - date marking
Inspector’s notes
Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, TCS food that is prepared in the food facility and held refrigerated for more than 24 hours is not properly date marked.
Observed cut melon (cantaloupe) not dated inside the reach in fridge
-PIC dated the cut melon
Observed lettuce in container and not dated
-PIC removed from fridge so it can be used for compost
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.
The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair.
Observed water staining on the ceiling in the dry storage
Observed the floor tile broken in the dish room
Observed water damage on the ceiling and a open ceiling tile at the serve line
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.
3.2(Q) - Food Storage: Preventing Contamination from the Premises
Inspector’s notes
Food items are not protected from contamination during storage.
Observed a mandarin orange box and a pineapple tidbit box on the floor in the dry storage room
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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Dec 4, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Oct 21, 2025
Approved - Violations Abated
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Oct 21, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Oct 6, 2025
Not In Compliance
8 recorded violations
notedCode 4.4(L)Food temperature
Official wording
4.4(L) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Mechanical Warewashing - Hot Water Sanitization Temperatures
Inspector’s notes
The rinse temperature in a mechanical warewashing operation was not adequate to sanitize dishes and utensils.
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.
The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair.
Observed the wall peeling in the bathroom
Observed water staining on the ceiling in the dry storage room
Observed the floor tile not intact in the dry storage room
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.
5.1(S)(2) - Plumbing System- Maintained in Good Repair
Inspector’s notes
Plumbing system is not maintained in good repair.
Observed the prep sink leaking from the faucet when turned on
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.
4.8(E)(1)(3) - Single-Service Articles and Single-Use Articles - Storage
Inspector’s notes
Single-service and single-use articles were not stored in the original protective package or were stored by means that did not protect them from contamination.
Observed single serve cup lids not protected in pull out drawer
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.
notedCode 2.4(A)(3)Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
2.4(A)(3) - IV. Demonstration of Knowledge - Certified Manager
Inspector’s notes
No manager had Ohio manager certification in food protection.
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.
3.4(G)(2) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Ready-to-eat, TCS - date marking
Inspector’s notes
Ready-to-eat, TCS food that was prepared in a food processing plant and subsequently opened in a FSO or a RFE is not properly date marked.
Observed turkey slices opened and not dated
-PIC dated the turkey
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.
Plumbing system is not maintained in good repair.
Observed the prep sink leaking next to the reach-in fridge.
Observed the toilet flush handle leaking when flushed.
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.
notedCode 2.4(A)(2)Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
2.4(A)(2) - IV. Demonstration of Knowledge - Person in charge - assignment of responsibility
Inspector’s notes
No manager has level 2 certification in food protection.
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.
3.4(G)(1) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Ready-to-eat, TCS - date marking
Inspector’s notes
Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, TCS food that is prepared in the food facility and held refrigerated for more than 24 hours is not properly date marked.
Observed swiss cheese opened and not dated.
Observed mayonnaise opened and not dated.
Observed turkey opened and not dated.
Observed ham opened and not dated.
Observed the ranch condiment bottle opened and not dated.
CORRECTIVE ACTION: PIC dated the swiss cheese, mayonnaise, and ranch condiment bottle. PIC tossed the turkey and ham.
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.
The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair.
Observed water staining on the ceiling in the dry storage room.
Observed floor tiles cracked/broken in the dish room.
Observed water damage/peeling paint on the ceiling in the office.
Observed bubbling paint on the ceiling in the bathroom.
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.
Cleaned equipment or utensils, laundered linens, or single-service or single-use articles are not stored in a clean, dry location, protected from contamination.
Observed the 5-compartment tray box on the floor in the serve line.
Observed the shelving racks on the floor in the dish room and prep area.
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.
Ready-to-eat, TCS food was not discarded by the date mark, or was undated and not discarded or was not discarded when the date mark exceeded the required time/temperature combination.
Observed cheddar cheese dated 9/24 and not discarded.
CORRECTIVE ACTION: PIC discarded the cheddar cheese.
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.
4.5(A)(2)(3) - Equipment, food-contact surfaces, nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils
Inspector’s notes
Non-food contact surfaces are dirty.
Observed water puddling in the prep drawer from the leaking steamer.
Observed the inside of the reach-in fridge dirty with debris collecting on the bottom.
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.
2.1(A) - I. Employee Health - Management and personnel: employee health
Inspector’s notes
License holder did not require employee(s) to report certain diseases, symptoms or high risk situations as specified by law.
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.
4.4(N) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Warewashing Equipment
Inspector’s notes
A chemical sanitizer was unregistered, improperly used, or improperly produced.
Observed the bleach sanitizing bucket not at the correct concentration.
CORRECTIVE ACTION: PIC corrected the concentration of the bleach sanitizer.
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.
Food items are not protected from contamination during storage.
Observed the mayonnaise food box on the floor.
Observed the marinara food box on the floor.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Oct 9, 2024 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
May 9, 2024
Approved - Minor Violations
3 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.
Observed the floor not intact under the drying area in the dish room.
Observed water staining on the ceiling in the dry storage room.
Observed water ponding on the floor in the dry storage room.
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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, May 9, 2024 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Oct 18, 2023
Not Abated
2 recorded violations
notedCode 3717-1-04.4(A)(2)Equipment and utensils
Official wording
"3717-1-04.4(A)(2) - Violation - Equipment,good repair, doors, seals Equipment components were not intact, tight or properly adjusted. "
Inspector’s notes
"Equipment,good repair, doors, seals
Equipment components were not intact, tight or properly adjusted.
Observed a lot of ice build up in the reach in freezer.
Observed water leaking from the vents in the reach in fridge.
*maint has called in a work order to have both checked."
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.
notedCode 3717-1-02.1(A)Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
"3717-1-02.1(A) - Violation - PIC Must Require Employee Reporting License holder did not require employee(s) to report certain diseases, symptoms or high risk situations as specified by law."
Inspector’s notes
"PIC Must Require Employee Reporting
License holder did not require employee(s) to report certain diseases, symptoms or high risk situations as specified by law."
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.