ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Sep 23, 2026
Approved - Violations Abated
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Sep 23, 2026 · Original Source
Approved - Violations Abated
SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
11 inspectionsCOMPLAINT - COMPLAINT
Aug 7, 2026
Approved - Minor Violations
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Aug 7, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Aug 6, 2026
Not In Compliance
1 recorded violation
notedCode 6.4(D)(2)Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
6.4(D)(2) - Cleaning Ventilation Systems- Nuisance and Discharge
Inspector’s notes
Ventilation systems create a public health hazard or nuisance or unlawful discharge when vented outside. Extend smoker exhaust pipe to 5 feet above roof level. Building dept is working with FSO to alleviate this issue. Extension granted
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, Aug 6, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Jul 1, 2026
Not In Compliance
14 recorded violations
notedCode 6.1(M)Other
Official wording
6.1(M) - Outer Openings - Protected
Inspector’s notes
Outer openings of a food facility were not protected against the entry of insects and rodents. Seal all gaps and openings around entry doors
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 4.4(B)Other
Official wording
4.4(B) - Cutting surfaces.
Inspector’s notes
Cutting surface(s) unable to be effectively cleaned and sanitized.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 3.2(Q)Contamination
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3.2(Q) - Food Storage: Preventing Contamination from the Premises
Inspector’s notes
Food items are not protected from contamination during storage. Discontinue storing containers of food directly on floor
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 6.4(D)(2)Cleaning and sanitizing
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6.4(D)(2) - Cleaning Ventilation Systems- Nuisance and Discharge
Inspector’s notes
Ventilation systems create a public health hazard or nuisance or unlawful discharge when vented outside. Smoke stack outside for Smoker has been altered to not reflect original approved plans. Extend Smoker exhaust pipe to 5 feet above roof level
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 6.4(B)(1)Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
6.4(B)(1) - Cleaning- Frequency and Restrictions
Inspector’s notes
The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Observed food debris and grease along with dead roaches on floors. Thoroughly clean all flooring with emphasis on perimeter of floors, especially in basement. All shelving must be six inches off floor to enable accessible cleaning. In addition there is dust build up on ceiling--Clean
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(J)Other
Official wording
4.5(J) - Rinsing procedures
Inspector’s notes
Utensils and/or equipment were not properly rinsed. The three compartment sink was not set up as required for three step cleaning. All dishes must first be washed (soap and water), then rinsed, then sanitized (Sanitizer water).
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 3.2(C)(1)(a)Contamination
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3.2(C)(1)(a) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Packaged and Unpackaged Food - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation
Inspector’s notes
Ready-to-eat food was not protected from cross-contamination by raw animal food. Discontinue storing whole raw eggs over RTF (Potatoes). Always store raw TCS foods on bottom shelf
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 5.1(O)(2)Handwashing
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5.1(O)(2) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Using a handwashing sink - Operation and Maintenance
Inspector’s notes
Handwashing facility is being used for purposes other than handwashing. Discontinue storing scouring pads and spatulas in 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.
More about handwashing problemsnotedCode 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 4.8(F)Other
Official wording
4.8(F) - Single Use/Single- Service Article Storage - Excluded Locations
Inspector’s notes
Cleaned and sanitized equipment, utensils, laundered linens, or single-service or single-use articles were stored in a prohibited area. Discontinue storing disposable food containers directly on floor in basement
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 6.4(L)Pests
Official wording
6.4(L) - Removing Dead or Trapped Pests
Inspector’s notes
The operator failed to remove dead pest(s) in a timely manner. Observed large number of dead roaches in basement especially behind walk in cooler--clean
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 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. Observed grease build up behind filters on hood of exhaust system inside and outside on smoker--clean
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 6.4(K)Pests
Official wording
6.4(K) - Controlling Pests
Inspector’s notes
The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests is not being adequately controlled or minimized. Rid premises of pests
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 4.4(A)(2)Equipment and utensils
Official wording
4.4(A)(2) - Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment
Inspector’s notes
Equipment components were not intact, tight or properly adjusted. Air conditioner is leaking. Door gaskets are torn on cooler doors--repair/replace
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, Jul 1, 2026 · Original Source
COMPLAINT - COMPLAINT
Jul 1, 2026
Not In Compliance
1 recorded violation
notedCode 6.4(D)(2)Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
6.4(D)(2) - Cleaning Ventilation Systems- Nuisance and Discharge
Inspector’s notes
Ventilation systems create a public health hazard or nuisance or unlawful discharge when vented outside. Smoke stack outside for Smoker has been altered to not reflect original approved plans. Extend Smoker exhaust pipe to 5 feet above roof level
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, Jul 1, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Jan 22, 2026
Approved - Minor Violations
8 recorded violations
notedCode 3.2(D)Other
Official wording
3.2(D) - Food Storage Containers - Identified with Common Name of Food
Inspector’s notes
Working containers of food are not properly labeled.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 4.4(B)Other
Official wording
4.4(B) - Cutting surfaces.
Inspector’s notes
Cutting surface(s) unable to be effectively cleaned and sanitized.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 6.4(F)Other
Official wording
6.4(F) - Drying Mops
Inspector’s notes
After use, mops are not placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment, or supplies.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 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. Expired dressing--Discarded
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(C)(18)Employee health and hygiene
Official wording
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. Information provided--Recommend purchase of Biohazard/Bodily fluid clean up kit
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 7.0(B)Chemicals
Official wording
7.0(B) - X. Chemical - Working Containers - Common Name
Inspector’s notes
Working containers of poisonous/toxic materials are not labeled. 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 2.1(A)Employee health and hygiene
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2.1(A) - I. Employee Health - Management and Personnel - Employee Health
Inspector’s notes
License holder did not ensure food employee(s) report certain diseases, symptoms or high risk situations as obligated by law including providing necessary additional information. Implement and maintain Employee Health Policy-information provided
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 4.8(E)(1)(3)Equipment and utensils
Official wording
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. Discontinue storing disposable food containers etc. directly on floor. Adjust all shelving to six inches off 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 record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jan 22, 2026 · Original Source
COMPLAINT - COMPLAINT
Oct 2, 2025
Approved - No Violations
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Oct 2, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
May 21, 2025
Approved - Minor Violations
2 recorded violations
notedCode 4.1(Z)Food temperature
Official wording
4.1(Z) - Temperature Measuring Device - Functionality
Inspector’s notes
Temperature measuring devices are missing, not correctly placed, not readable, or of improper design.
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 3.4(G)(1)Food temperature
Official wording
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.
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, May 21, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Jan 10, 2025
Approved - Minor Violations
3 recorded violations
notedCode 4.1(Y)Food temperature
Official wording
4.1(Y) - Temperature Measuring Devices
Inspector’s notes
Temperature measuring devices are missing, not correctly placed, not readable, or of improper design.
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(D)Other
Official wording
3.2(D) - Food Storage containers
Inspector’s notes
Working containers of food are not properly labeled.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 6.1(M)(1)Other
Official wording
6.1(M)(1) - Facilities
Inspector’s notes
Outer openings of a food facility were not protected against the entry of insects and rodents.
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, Jan 10, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Jul 27, 2024
Approved - Minor Violations
3 recorded violations
notedCode 6.2(J)Facility maintenance
Official wording
6.2(J) - Facilities: Ventilation - mechanical
Inspector’s notes
The HVAC system was not keeping rooms adequately ventilated. maintain the vents cleaner
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 4.1(H)Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
4.1(H) - Nonfood Contact Surfaces
Inspector’s notes
Nonfood-contact surfaces were not designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and to facilitate maintenance caulk alonge seams of the hand sink to ensure easy cleaning of the Sam and minimizing mold growth on the walls
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 6.1(M)(1)Other
Official wording
6.1(M)(1) - Facilities
Inspector’s notes
Outer openings of a food facility were not protected against the entry of insects and rodents. the back door was left open and there are no screen doors. either keep back door closed at all times or provide a screen door to minimize entry of insects and or rodents while the door is kept open
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, Jul 27, 2024 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Dec 6, 2023
CLOS-NO - No Violations Found
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Dec 6, 2023 · Original Source