Cincinnati, OH

Fulton Yards Coffeehouse And Spirits

Name: Fulton Yards Coffeehouse And Spirits
Address: 3301 Riverside Dr, Cincinnati, OH

3301 Riverside Dr

Last inspected Sep 23, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Approved - Minor Violations

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The full inspection history

9 inspections

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Sep 23, 2026

Approved - Minor Violations

3 recorded violations

notedCode 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. Observed spray bottles of sanitizer that was not labeled. Ensure poisonous/toxic materials removed from the original container is labeled with the common name of the poisonous/toxic materials. PIC labeled all of the bottles of sanitizer.

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.

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notedCode 3.4(F)(1)(b)Food temperature

Official wording

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. Observed a serving container of half & half that was at 48°F. Ensure TCS foods are held at temperatures <41° F. PIC discarded the half & half and refilled the serving container.

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.

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notedCode 3701-21-22Other

Official wording

3701-21-22 - Food Choking Standards

Inspector’s notes

Facility did not have accessible instructions for removing food of a choking victim accessible to the public as well as food employees. Observed the instructions for removing food of a choking victim were not accessible to the public. Ensure the instructions for removing food of a choking victim are accessible to the public. PIC posted the instructions for removing food of a choking victim in an area that is accessible to the public.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Sep 23, 2026 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Apr 20, 2026

Approved - Violations Abated

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Apr 20, 2026 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Apr 17, 2026

Not In Compliance

7 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. Observed multiple food working containers that were not properly labeled with the common name of the food it was holding. Ensure food that is removed from its original packaging and is not easily recognizable is labeld with the common name of the food.

In plain English

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notedCode 5.1(P)(1)Contamination

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5.1(P)(1) - Preventing a Cross Connection

Inspector’s notes

A cross connection is present onsite. Observed a cross connection with the hose of the chemical despensor submerged within the three compartment sink. Ensure there is an air gab between the plumbing fixture and the high water level of the sink. PIC moved the hose of the chemical dispenser of the three compartment sink as to eliminate the cross connection.

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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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. Observed no ambient air thermometer in the reach in cooler in the kitchen area. Ensure coolers are equipped with an ambient air thermometer.

In plain English

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

notedCode 3701-21-22Other

Official wording

3701-21-22 - Food Choking Standards

Inspector’s notes

Facility did not have accessible instructions for removing food of a choking victim accessible to the public as well as food employees.

In plain English

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notedCode 3.5(D)(6)Other

Official wording

3.5(D)(6) - Other Forms of Information

Inspector’s notes

The license holder did not notify customers of the presence of major allergens as an ingredient in unpackaged food items served or sold to the customer.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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notedCode 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.

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.

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notedCode 4.5(A)(1)Contamination

Official wording

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. Observed a build-up of biofilm in the interior compartment of the ice machine. Ensure the ice machine is cleaned more regularly and maintained cleaned. PIC placed the ice machine out of order.

In plain English

More about food not protected from contamination

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Apr 17, 2026 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Dec 4, 2025

Approved - Minor Violations

1 recorded violation

notedCode 4.5(B)(3)Contamination

Official wording

4.5(B)(3) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Equipment Food Contact Surfaces and Utensils – Cleaning Frequency

Inspector’s notes

Surfaces and/or utensils used for TCS foods not cleaned every 4 hours. Utensils were not being cleaned every 4 hours. Utensils were washed, cleaned and sanitized.

In plain English

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Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Dec 4, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

May 19, 2025

Approved - Minor Violations

5 recorded violations

notedCode 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. Observed dried mouse droppings in one outdoor bar cabinet. Mouse droppings were immediately cleaned up. +COS

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.

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notedCode 5.1(B)(1)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

5.1(B)(1) - Approved System and Cleanable Fixtures

Inspector’s notes

Plumbing system is not designed, constructed, and installed according to the Ohio building code. Observed y splitter on mop faucet. +repeat

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 problems

notedCode 6.1(A)Facility maintenance

Official wording

6.1(A) - Floors, walls, and ceilings

Inspector’s notes

The floors coverings, walls coverings, or ceilings are not designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. Observed dirt floor in basement used for dry storage. Contact Trisha Blake (Trisha.blake@cincinnati-oh.gov) or current senior EHS for more information on acceptable finishes.

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.

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notedCode 6.4(J)(2)Other

Official wording

6.4(J)(2) - Using Dressing Rooms and Lockers

Inspector’s notes

Lockers or other suitable facilities are not being utilized for the orderly storage of employee clothing and other possessions. Observed employee items stored in non-designated areas.

In plain English

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notedCode 3701-21-25 (K)Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

3701-21-25 (K) - Person in Charge Certification in Food Protection FSO

Inspector’s notes

No person in charge certified in food protection was at the FSO where it is needed. Please ensure certificate is available for PIC that is present during all times of operation.

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 issues

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, May 19, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Dec 4, 2024

Approved - Minor Violations

1 recorded violation

notedCode 5.1(B)(1)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

5.1(B)(1) - Approved system and cleanable fixtures

Inspector’s notes

Plumbing system is not designed, constructed, and installed according to the Ohio building code. Observed shut off after backflow preventer on mop sink that could cause continuous backpressure on faucet. PIC said facility has plans to change set up.

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 problems

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Dec 4, 2024 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Aug 2, 2024

Approved - Minor Violations

1 recorded violation

notedCode 5.1(B)(1)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

5.1(B)(1) - Approved system and cleanable fixtures

Inspector’s notes

Plumbing system is not designed, constructed, and installed according to the Ohio building code. Observed mop sink with built in backflow preventer that had chemical dispenser and y splitter installed in an unapproved manner.

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 problems

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Aug 2, 2024 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Mar 8, 2024

Abated

2 recorded violations

notedCode 3717-1-05.1(S)(2)Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

"3717-1-05.1(S)(2) - Violation - Plumbing system-maintained in good repair Plumbing system is not maintained in good repair."

Inspector’s notes

"Violation has been abated"

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 problems

notedCode 3717-1-04.4(J)Food temperature

Official wording

"3717-1-04.4(J) - Violation - Mechanical warewashing-wash temperature. The wash solution temperature in a spray type warewasher was insufficient."

Inspector’s notes

"Violation has been abated"

In plain English

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Mar 8, 2024 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Dec 8, 2023

Not Abated

2 recorded violations

notedCode 3717-1-05.1(S)(2)Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

"3717-1-05.1(S)(2) - Violation - Plumbing system-maintained in good repair Plumbing system is not maintained in good repair."

Inspector’s notes

"Observed hand washing sink with tub of water underneath."

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 problems

notedCode 3717-1-04.4(J)Food temperature

Official wording

"3717-1-04.4(J) - Violation - Mechanical warewashing-wash temperature. The wash solution temperature in a spray type warewasher was insufficient."

Inspector’s notes

"OBSERVATION: Mechanical warewashing-wash temperature. The wash solution temperature in a spray type warewasher was insufficient (108°F). CORRECTIVE ACTION: PIC discussed utilizing three compartment sink until dishwasher could be adjusted."