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7 inspections
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Apr 17, 2026
Approved - Minor Violations
1 recorded violation
notedCode 901:3-4-16(C)Permits, training, and postings
Official 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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Apr 17, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Apr 13, 2026
Not In Compliance
5 recorded violations
notedCode 6.2(C)Handwashing
Official wording
6.2(C) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Handwashing Sinks - Hand Drying Provision
Inspector’s notes
Handwashing lavatory had no, unapproved, or inoperable hand drying provision.
Observed no hand drying provisions by the hand-washing sink in the ware washing area.
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.
4.2(K) - Cleaning agents and sanitizers - availability
Inspector’s notes
Cleaning agents or chemical sanitizers that are used to clean and sanitize equipment and utensils were not provided or available for use during all hours of operation.
Observed no sanitizer available for use during the time of the inspection.
Ensure sanitizer is available for employees to clean and sanitize equipment during all hours of operation
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.
notedCode 901:3-4-16(C)Permits, training, and postings
Official 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.
6.4(D)(1) - Cleaning Ventilation Systems- Nuisance and Discharge
Inspector’s notes
Intake and exhaust air ducts are a source of contamination by dust, dirt, and other materials.
Observed dust build-up on the exhaust air ducts above the sales floor area.
Ensure exhaust air ducts are cleaned more 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.
notedCode 2.4(C)(12)Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
2.4(C)(12) - IV. Demonstration of Knowledge - Person in charge - duties
Inspector’s notes
The person in charge is not ensuring that employees are properly sanitizing equipment or utensils.
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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Apr 13, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Apr 7, 2026
Not In Compliance
7 recorded violations
notedCode 6.2(B)Handwashing
Official wording
6.2(B) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Handwashing Cleanser - Availability
Inspector’s notes
Each handwashing lavatory did not have a supply of hand cleanser.
Observed no hand cleanser by the handwashing sink in the ware washing area.
PIC placed hand cleanser by the handwashing 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.
3.2(D) - Food Storage Containers - Identified with Common Name of Food
Inspector’s notes
Working containers of food are not properly labeled.
Observed a working container of sugar that was not labeled in the coffee area.
Ensure food removed from its original packaging and that is not easily recognizable is labeled with the common name of the food.
PIC labeled the container of sugar.
+COS
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
notedCode 2.4(C)(12)Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
2.4(C)(12) - IV. Demonstration of Knowledge - Person in charge - duties
Inspector’s notes
The person in charge is not ensuring that employees are properly sanitizing equipment or utensils.
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(C) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Handwashing Sinks - Hand Drying Provision
Inspector’s notes
Handwashing lavatory had no, unapproved, or inoperable hand drying provision.
Observed no hand drying provisions by the hand washing sink in the ware washing area.
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.
4.2(K) - Cleaning agents and sanitizers - availability
Inspector’s notes
Cleaning agents or chemical sanitizers that are used to clean and sanitize equipment and utensils were not provided or available for use during all hours of operation.
Observed no sanitizer available for use during the time of the inspection.
Ensure sanitizer is available for employees to clean and sanitize equipment during all hours of operation.
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.
notedCode 901:3-4-16(C)Permits, training, and postings
Official 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.
6.4(D)(1) - Cleaning Ventilation Systems- Nuisance and Discharge
Inspector’s notes
Intake and exhaust air ducts are a source of contamination by dust, dirt, and other materials.
Observed dust build-up on the exhaust air ducts above the sales floor area.
Ensure exhaust air ducts are cleaned more 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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Apr 7, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
May 12, 2025
Approved - Minor Violations
3 recorded violations
notedCode 6.2(C)Handwashing
Official wording
6.2(C) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Handwashing Sinks - Hand Drying Provision
Inspector’s notes
Handwashing lavatory had no, unapproved, or inoperable hand drying provision. PIC placed paper towels by handwashing sink in ware washing area. +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.
6.2(B) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Handwashing Cleanser - Availability
Inspector’s notes
Each handwashing lavatory did not have a supply of hand cleanser. PIC placed hand soap by handwashing sink. +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.
The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair. Observed dim lights and lightbulbs that were not working in walk in cooler.
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 12, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Nov 25, 2024
Approved - Minor Violations
1 recorded violation
notedCode 6.2(B)Handwashing
Official wording
6.2(B) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Facilities
Inspector’s notes
Each handwashing lavatory did not have a supply of hand cleanser.
Handwashing sink near three compartment sink did not have hand soap. Hand soap was provided. Ensure handwashing sink is properly supplied with hand cleanser and hand drying provision at all times.
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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Nov 25, 2024 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Aug 2, 2024
Approved - Minor Violations
2 recorded violations
notedCode 3.5(C)Food source and labeling
Official wording
3.5(C) - Food labels
Inspector’s notes
Food is not properly labeled. Observed ice that was not labeled with a responsibility statement.
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.
6.2(C) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Facilities
Inspector’s notes
Handwashing lavatory had no, unapproved, or inoperable hand drying provision. Observed no hand drying provision by handwashing 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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Aug 2, 2024 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Jan 19, 2024
Not Abated
3 recorded violations
notedCode 3717-1-05.4(P)Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
"3717-1-05.4(P) - Violation - Refuse/recyclables/returnables-unnecessary items Storage area and enclosure for refuse/recyclables/returnables is not clean or free of unnecessary items."
Inspector’s notes
"Refuse/recyclables/returnables-unnecessary items
Storage area and enclosure for refuse/recyclables/returnables has debris."
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.
"3717-1-03.5(C) - Violation - Food labels-required information Food is not properly labeled."
Inspector’s notes
"Food labels-required information
Food is not properly labeled (bags of ice)."
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.