ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Mar 27, 2026
5 recorded violations
Official wording
3.2(Q) - Food Storage: Preventing Contamination from the Premises
Inspector’s notes
Food items are not protected from contamination during storage. Observed food stored on the ground of the sales floor. Ensure food is stored in a clean, dry location that is protected from contamination and is at least six inches off the ground. PIC moved the food to a shelf on the sales floor. +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.
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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 boxes of single-service articles stored on the ground of the sales floor and on the ground in the back storage area. Ensure single-service articles are stored in a clean, dry location that is protected from contamination and are at least six inches off the floor.
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 wording
6.2(E) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Handwashing Signage
Inspector’s notes
A handwashing sign was not posted at all handwashing lavatories. Observed no handwashing signage in the employee restrooms. Ensure all handwashing stations are equipped with handwashing signage. PIC posted temporary handwashing signage in the employee restrooms. PIC is ordering new handwashing signage. +COS
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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3.1(L) - V. Food from Approved Source - Package Integrity - Specifications for Receiving
Inspector’s notes
Food packaging does not protect food from contamination. Observed multiple canned food items with major dents on the cans. Ensure damaged canned goods are removed from sale and are properly returned or disposed of. PIC removed the damaged canned goods from the sales floor. +COS
In plain English
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
More about food source, dating, or labeling problemsOfficial wording
901:3-4-16(C) - Person in Charge Certification in Food Protection RFE
Inspector’s notes
The person in charge did not have person in charge certification in food protection training for risk level I (not micromarkets), II, III, and IV retail food establishments and high risk mobiles for the reasons provided in 3701-21-25(K) of Administrative Code.
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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Mar 27, 2026 · Original Source