ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Apr 21, 2026
Approved - Violations Abated
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Apr 21, 2026 · Original Source
Cincinnati, OH
Drake Center Inc
151 W Galbraith Rd
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9 inspectionsROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Apr 20, 2026
Not In Compliance
9 recorded violations
notedCode 3.4(G)(2)Food temperature
Official wording
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 open shredded cheese and lettuce etc. given a 30 day shelf life. Open lettuce should be six days after opening, cheeses should be discarded 21 days after opening
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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperaturenotedCode 2.4(A)(3)Permits, training, and postings
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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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesnotedCode 7.0(B)Chemicals
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7.0(B) - X. Chemical - Working Containers - Common Name
Inspector’s notes
Working containers of poisonous/toxic materials are not labeled. Observed unlabeled chemical spray bottles with--discarded. ID label all chemical spray bottles
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.
More about chemicals stored or used unsafelynotedCode 2.4(C)(18)Employee health and hygiene
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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.
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.
More about employee hygiene or health policy issuesnotedCode 5.4(P)Facility maintenance
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5.4(P) - Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures
Inspector’s notes
A storage area and enclosure for refuse, recyclables, or returnables is to be maintained clean and free of unnecessary items, that is nonfunctional or longer used; and litter.
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.
More about building upkeep issuesnotedCode 3.4(H)(1)Food temperature
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3.4(H)(1) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Ready-to-eat, TCS - disposition
Inspector’s notes
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 expired Ham, cut lettuce--discarded. PIC to assure all TCS foods are disposed of as per Ohio Food Code
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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperaturenotedCode 3.7(D)Other
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3.7(D) - IX. Highly Susceptible Populations - Food: Special Requirements for Highly Susceptible Populations
Inspector’s notes
Pasteurized eggs or egg products were not substituted for raw eggs when needed in serving a highly susceptible population.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 4.4(P)Chemicals
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4.4(P) - Warewashing equipment: Determining Chemical Sanitizer Concentration
Inspector’s notes
Sanitizer concentration is not being monitored.
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.
More about chemicals stored or used unsafelynotedCode 3.2(E)Other
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3.2(E) - Pasteurized eggs - Substitute for Raw Eggs for Certain Recipes
Inspector’s notes
Unpasteurized eggs are being used to make products that are not fully cooked; or are being served without a consumer advisory; or are being served to a highly susceptible population.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Apr 20, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Dec 25, 2025
Approved - Minor Violations
3 recorded violations
notedCode 6.4(N)(1)Facility maintenance
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6.4(N)(1) - Maintaining premises: unnecessary items and litter.
Inspector’s notes
There are unnecessary or nonfunctional items and /or litter on the premises. Lots of unused items in the kitchen. Remove all unused items.
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.
More about building upkeep issuesnotedCode 4.5(D)Cleaning and sanitizing
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4.5(D) - Nonfood-contact surfaces - cleaning frequency
Inspector’s notes
Nonfood-contact surfaces are not cleaned frequently enough. Soiled sides of exhaust fan in lock box cooler. Soiled filters under the hood over grill.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 4.5(A)(1)Contamination
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4.5(A)(1) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils: Clean to Sight and Touch
Inspector’s notes
Food-contact surfaces were not clean to the sight and touch. Soiled can opener blade. Clean can opener daily.
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, Dec 25, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Jun 12, 2025
Approved - Minor Violations
8 recorded violations
notedCode 4.5(D)Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
4.5(D) - Nonfood-contact surfaces - cleaning frequency
Inspector’s notes
Nonfood-contact surfaces are not cleaned frequently enough. Soiled upper drawer and faucet assembly on hand washing sink in service areas and by kitchen door.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 3.2(D)Other
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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. Unlabeled dressings on salad bars and unlabeled purée desert cup in cooler.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 6.4(H)Water, plumbing, and sewage
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6.4(H) - Cleaning of Plumbing Fixtures
Inspector’s notes
Plumbing fixtures are being kept clean and maintained. Both hand sink in service area and soiled.
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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsnotedCode 6.2(E)Handwashing
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6.2(E) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Handwashing Signage
Inspector’s notes
A handwashing sign was not posted at all handwashing lavatories. No hand washing sign on hand washing sink by grill.
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 3.4(F)(1)(b)Food temperature
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3.4(F)(1)(b) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Time/Temperature Controlled for Safety Food - Cold Holding
Inspector’s notes
TCS foods were being held at temperatures >41° F. 1000 island dressing held on temp.48 F. Keep cold TCS food on temp.41 F or below to prevent growth of bacterias.
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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperaturenotedCode 3.2(M)(2)(a)Cleaning and sanitizing
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3.2(M)(2)(a) - Wiping cloths - use limitation
Inspector’s notes
Wet wiping cloth was not maintained in a sanitizer solution between uses. Wet towels on food prep. sink and tables.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 3.2(Y)Contamination
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3.2(Y) - Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination
Inspector’s notes
Miscellaneous sources of contamination observed. Can opener installed close to trash can. Keep food and food contact surfaces away from any king of potential contamination.
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 contaminationnotedCode 4.4(A)(2)Equipment and utensils
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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. Wash temp. 159 F and Rinse temp.166 F on heat sainting dish washer. Adjust temp. to165 for wash and 180 for rinse.
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, Jun 12, 2025 · Original Source
COMPLAINT - COMPLAINT
Dec 10, 2024
Approved - No Violations
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Dec 10, 2024 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Dec 6, 2024
Approved - Minor Violations
5 recorded violations
notedCode 3.2(D)Other
Official wording
3.2(D) - Food Storage containers
Inspector’s notes
Working containers of food are not properly labeled. Unlabeled water bottle. REPEAT VIOLATION.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 3.4(F)(1)(b)Food temperature
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3.4(F)(1)(b) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - TCS - hot and cold holding
Inspector’s notes
TCS foods were being held at temperatures >41° F. Unopened package of roast beef on room temp. on steel table and most of TCS food on temp.51-55 F cooler. Keep all cold TCS food on temp. 41 F or below to prevent growth of bacteria's. Corrected on site.
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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperaturenotedCode 4.5(B)(5)Contamination
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4.5(B)(5) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Cleaning Frequency
Inspector’s notes
Surfaces of utensils or equipment contacting non-TCS food were not cleaned at appropriate frequency. Pink slime on white shield inside ice machine. Discard ice clean and sanitize ice machine. Clean ice machine regularly to prevent mold growth. 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.
More about food not protected from contaminationnotedCode 4.5(A)(1)Contamination
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4.5(A)(1) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Equipment cleanliness
Inspector’s notes
Food-contact surfaces were dirty. Soiled can opener blade. Clean can opener daily to prevent contamination of food when open new cans.
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 contaminationnotedCode 3.2(C)(8)Contamination
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3.2(C)(8) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Protection from Contamination
Inspector’s notes
Food is stored unwrapped or in uncovered containers. Uncovered food in deli station. Keep all food covered during storage inside coolers too.
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, Dec 6, 2024 · Original Source
COMPLAINT - COMPLAINT
Dec 5, 2024
Approved - No Violations
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Dec 5, 2024 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Jun 6, 2024
Approved - Minor Violations
12 recorded violations
notedCode 3.2(D)Other
Official wording
3.2(D) - Food Storage containers
Inspector’s notes
Working containers of food are not properly labeled. Unlabeled water bottle. Label all food containers.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 6.4(H)Water, plumbing, and sewage
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6.4(H) - Facilities: Cleaning of plumbing fixtures
Inspector’s notes
Plumbing fixtures are being kept clean and maintained. Soiled hand washing sink by entrance door. Keep all hand sink clean. Soiled Faucet and around the faucet on and in the sink where hose hooked up across kettle and fryer. Keep all plumbing fixture clean.
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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsnotedCode 5.1(S)(2)Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
5.1(S)(2) - Plumbing system
Inspector’s notes
Plumbing system is not maintained in good repair Water pooling below dishwashing machine.
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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsnotedCode 4.8(E)(3)Equipment and utensils
Official wording
4.8(E)(3) - Equipment, utensils, linens, 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. Single service cups on the floor in salad bar in employee's cooking.
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 issuesnotedCode 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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesnotedCode 2.4(C)(16)Employee health and hygiene
Official wording
2.4(C)(16) - I. Employee Health - PIC Duties
Inspector’s notes
No/inadequate written procedures for response to vomiting/diarrheal events.
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.
More about employee hygiene or health policy issuesnotedCode 4.5(A)(1)Contamination
Official wording
4.5(A)(1) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Equipment cleanliness
Inspector’s notes
Food-contact surfaces were dirty. Juice machine nozzles by entrance door soiled. Clean food contact surfaces regularly and thoroughly.
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 contaminationnotedCode 3.2(Y)Contamination
Official wording
3.2(Y) - Miscellaneous sources of contamination
Inspector’s notes
Miscellaneous sources of contamination observed. Observed hose hooked up to the sink which also used to drain food (across kettle and fryer). If using sink for any kind of food prep.then do not used for anything else to prevent contamination of food. Keep Food prep. sink clean and sanitize at all time and do not use for anything else other then preparing food.
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 contaminationnotedCode 4.4(A)(1)Equipment and utensils
Official wording
4.4(A)(1) - Equipment
Inspector’s notes
Equipment and/or components were not maintained in good working order. Patient line cooler door wa not closing properly.
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 issuesnotedCode 6.2(C)Handwashing
Official wording
6.2(C) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Facilities
Inspector’s notes
Handwashing lavatory had no, unapproved, or inoperable hand drying provision. No pape towels at hand sink in the front by entrance door.
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 3.5(C)Food source and labeling
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3.5(C) - Food labels
Inspector’s notes
Food is not properly labeled. No ingredients information on self serve jello cups. Provide ingridiet information.
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 problemsnotedCode 4.5(A)(2)(3)Cleaning and sanitizing
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4.5(A)(2)(3) - Equipment, food-contact surfaces, nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils
Inspector’s notes
Non-food contact surfaces are dirty. Soiled vents in line cooler above food container in main kitchen. Clean vents regularly.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jun 6, 2024 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Dec 7, 2023
Not Abated
4 recorded violations
notedCode 3717-1-04.5(A)(1)Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
"3717-1-04.5(A)(1)(2) - Violation - Equipment cleanliness-food contact Food-contact surfaces were dirty."
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION: Equipment cleanliness-food contact Food-contact surfaces were dirty. CORRECTIVE ACTION: Wash and sanitize can opener blade after each use"
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 3717-1-04.5(B)(1)(e)Contamination
Official wording
"3717-1-04.5(B)(1)(e) - Violation - Cleaning frequency-miscellaneous Food-contact surfaces or utensils not cleaned when they were contaminated."
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION: Cleaning frequency-miscellaneous Food-contact surfaces or utensils not cleaned when they were contaminated. Observed Pink Yeast on ice machine shield CORRECTIVE ACTION: Drain clean and sanitize ice machine"
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 contaminationnotedCode 3717-1-03.4(F)(1)(b)Food temperature
Official wording
"3717-1-03.4(F)(1)(b) - Violation - TCS-cold holding TCS foods were being held at temperatures >41° F."
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION: TCS-cold holding TCS foods were being held at temperatures >41° F. Observed chicken salad held at 48 degrees F--moved to freezer CORRECTIVE ACTION: Maintain cold TCS foods at 41 degrees F or below. Avoid using large pans to assure food is not above chill line"
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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperaturenotedCode 3717-1-03.4(F)(1)(a)Food temperature
Official wording
"3717-1-03.4(F)(1)(a) - Violation - TCS-Hot Holding TCS foods were being hot held at temperatures <135° F or a roast <130° F."
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION: TCS-Hot Holding TCS foods were being hot held at temperatures <135° F Fried shrimp held at 125--reheated to 165 degrees F CORRECTIVE ACTION: Maintain hot TCS Foods at 135 degrees F or above"
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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Dec 7, 2023 · Original Source