ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Apr 22, 2026
12 recorded violations
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. Mop observed not left hung up to air dry.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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4.5(A)(2)(3) - Food-Contact Surfaces of Cooking Equipment and Pans and Nonfood-Contact Surfaces Equipment
Inspector’s notes
The food contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans and Nonfood contact surfaces of equipment are to be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Rust and condensation observed in frozen food freezer. Mold observed growing on cieling and walls of walk in drink cooler. Dirt and debris observed on shelves and floors of storage in the back room.
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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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. Y splitter was observed left connected to waterline and chemicals in the mop sink.
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.
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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. Dunkin wraps were observed sitting uncovered under sink.
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.
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7.1(A) - X. Chemical - Storage: Separation
Inspector’s notes
Poisonous/toxic materials are stored in a manner that could contaminate food, equipment, utensils, linens, or single-service or single-use articles. Bottle of chemicals observed directly in contact with single use items under soda machine. Always clearly separate chemical cleaners and bottles from food/retail items.
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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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. Vommitting and diarrheal cleanup information not posted anywhere for employees to see visibly.
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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5.1(C)(1) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Handwashing facility - Installation
Inspector’s notes
Handwashing sink does not provide water at least 85° F. Handwashing sinks in both bathrooms observed not providing hot water of at least 85 degrees F.
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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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.
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4.7(C) - Storage of Soiled Linens - Methods
Inspector’s notes
Soiled linens were not kept in an approved manner. Soiled linens were observed laying around in areas around establishment.
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.
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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. Milk in milk dispensing station was observed to be held above 41 degrees. Constantly check milk and the station to make sure it is at 41 degrees or below.
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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3.2(M)(2)(a) - Wiping cloths - use limitation
Inspector’s notes
Wet wiping cloth was not maintained in a sanitizer solution between uses. Used wiping cloths observed laying around establishment and not returned to sanitizer solution after 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.
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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. Drink syrup observed hardened and left on floor near drink syrup dispenser.
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, Apr 22, 2026 · Original Source