ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Apr 13, 2026
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Apr 13, 2026 · Original Source
Cincinnati, OH
35 W 5th St
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ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Apr 13, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
4 recorded violations
7.1(A) - X. Chemical - Storage: Separation
Poisonous/toxic materials are stored in a manner that could contaminate food, equipment, utensils, linens, or single-service or single-use articles. Observed Sani pale containers stored on main cookline countertop.
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 unsafely6.2(C) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Handwashing Sinks - Hand Drying Provision
Handwashing lavatory had no, unapproved, or inoperable hand drying provision.
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 problems3.4(F)(1)(b) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Time/Temperature Controlled for Safety Food - Cold Holding
TCS foods were being held at temperatures >41° F. Observed 1931 sale bar station holding 55F+. All TCS foods in service voluntarily discarded. PIC to implement temperature logs for equipment. Discontinue usage of equipment until necessary repairs are completed and equipment is operating to manufacture's specifications.
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 temperature4.4(L) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Mechanical Warewashing - Hot Water Sanitization Temperatures
The rinse temperature in a mechanical warewashing operation was not adequate to sanitize dishes and utensils. Observed final rinse temperature of 150F. PIC placed service call for diagnostics/necessary repairs. Supplemental warewashing to be used interimly. PIC to ensue equipment is operating to manufacturer's specifications prior to next usage. Provide necessary repairs.
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, Nov 13, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
2 recorded violations
4.2(A) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food
There is not adequate equipment for cooling, heating or holding food. Observed various non-functional, mechanical refrigeration food storage pieces of equipment within facility. ***All main kitchen, cookline drawer coolers non-functional.*** Provide necessary, repairs, and/or replace equipment.
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 temperature4.1(LL) - Food equipment - certification and classification
Food equipment was not commercially approvable by an recognized testing agency. Observed various non commercial-grade pieces of equipment used to hold TCS foods. Commercially approved equipment required for TCS food storage. Provide adequate approved equipment. Discontinue usage of non-approved equipment for TCS food storage.
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 2, 2025 · Original Source
COMPLAINT - COMPLAINT
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jul 2, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
1 recorded violation
6.4(K) - Controlling Pests
The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests is not being adequately controlled or minimized. Observed presence of cockroaches in main kitchen, 1931 bar and upper level banquet ware washing entrance area.
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 insectsOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jul 1, 2025 · Original Source
COMPLAINT - COMPLAINT
2 recorded violations
6.4(K) - Controlling Pests
The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests is not being adequately controlled or minimized. Observed presence of cockroaches in main kitchen, 1931bar and upper level banquet ware washing entrance area.
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 insects6.4(B)(1) - Cleaning- Frequency and Restrictions
The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Deep thorough cleaning is needed in main kitchen, 1931 bar and upper level banquet ware washing entrance area. All perimeters of licensed flooring areas observed in unsanitary conditions.
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, 2025 · Original Source
COMPLAINT - COMPLAINT
3 recorded violations
4.5(D) - Nonfood-contact surfaces - cleaning frequency
Nonfood-contact surfaces are not cleaned frequently enough. Observed soiled surfaces and residues throughout main kitchen. PIC indicated thorough cleaning of entire kitchen would be performed.
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 problems6.4(K) - Controlling Pests
The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests is not being adequately controlled or minimized.
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 insects6.4(B)(1) - Cleaning- Frequency and Restrictions
The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Observed unsanitary conditions throughout main kitchen. ***Deep, thorough cleaning of entire facility is needed.***
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 24, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
20 recorded violations
4.1(LL) - Food equipment - certification and classification
Food equipment was not commercially approvable by an recognized testing agency. Observed various non commercial-grade pieces of equipment used to hold TCS foods. Commercially approved equipment required for TCS food storage. Provide adequate approved equipment. Discontinue usage of non-approved equipment for TCS food storage.
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 issues4.8(E)(2)(a)(b) - Equipment, Utensils, Linens - Storage
Clean equipment and utensils were not properly stored.
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 issues3.2(K) - In-use utensils - between-use storage
In-use utensils are improperly stored.
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 issues3.4(G)(2) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Ready-to-eat, TCS - date marking
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 various opened bulk RTE, TCS cheeses with no discard date. PIC to ensure all required foods are properly date marked with discard date.
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 temperature3.2(C)(1)(b) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Packaged and Unpackaged Food - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation
The food facility is not preventing cross contamination between different types of raw animal products. Observed various raw proteins improperly stored in walk in cooler. Proper storage reviewed with PIC. PIC to ensure all raw proteins are properly stored within facility.
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 contamination6.4(A) - Repairing
The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair. Observed various areas within kitchen were physical facilities are in disrepair (flooring/coving/missing and/or damaged ceiling tiles). Provide necessary repairs and/or replace.
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 issues4.5(D) - Nonfood-contact surfaces - cleaning frequency
Nonfood-contact surfaces are not cleaned frequently enough. Observed various equipment surfaces soiled with residues. Increase cleaning frequency and maintain clean to sight and touch.
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 problems3.4(C) - Thawing TCS
TCS food was improperly thawed. Observed bulk frozen bacon thawing in room temperature stagnant water. Discontinue practice immediately.
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 temperature7.1(A) - X. Chemical - Storage: Separation
Poisonous/toxic materials are stored in a manner that could contaminate food, equipment, utensils, linens, or single-service or single-use articles. Observed chemicals improperly stored in ware washing area. PIC to ensure all chemicals are properly separated and stored within facility.
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 unsafely2.3(A) - II. Good Hygienic Practices - Food Contamination Prevention - Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco Products
Employees were eating, drinking or using tobacco in non-designated areas.
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 contamination5.1(O)(1) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Using a handwashing sink - Operation and Maintenance
Access to handwashing facility blocked. Observed rear kitchen hand sink blocked by equipment.
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 problems3.4(G)(1) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Ready-to-eat, TCS - date marking
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. Observed various RTE, TCS foods held with no discard date. PIC to ensure all RTE, TCS foods held for >24hrs are properly date marked.
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 temperature3.4(F)(1)(a) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Time/Temperature Controlled for Safety Food - Hot Holding
TCS foods were being hot held at temperatures <135° F or a roast <130° F. Observed sausage links in service at buffet held <130F. PIC voluntarily discarded product.
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 temperature3.4(F)(1)(b) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Time/Temperature Controlled for Safety Food - Cold Holding
TCS foods were being held at temperatures >41° F. Observed all RTE/TCS foods in service at buffet fruit/food bar >41F. PIC voluntarily discarded items.
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 temperature4.4(L) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Mechanical warewashing
The rinse temperature in a mechanical warewashing operation was not adequate to sanitize dishes and utensils. Observed final rinse temperature <180F. PIC will dispatch service call for diagnostics and necessary repairs. Discontinue usage of equipment until necessary repairs are completed. Supplemental warewashing to be used interimly. PIC to provide service report to Inspector upon receipt.
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 contamination3.2(C)(1)(H) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Packaged and Unpackaged Food - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation
Food is stored unwrapped or in uncovered containers. Observed various TCS/RTE foods stored unwrapped/uncovered.
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 contamination4.4(J) - Mechanical warewashing: Wash Solution Temperature
The wash solution temperature in a spray type warewasher was insufficient. Observed wash temperature of 140F at mechanical dish machine. Discontinue usage of equipment. Supplemental ware washing to be used interimly. Provide necessary repairs.
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 temperature3.2(M)(2)(a) - Wiping cloths - use limitation
Observed various wet wiping cloths not maintained in a sanitizer solution between uses.
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 problems6.4(B)(1) - Cleaning- Frequency and Restrictions
The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Deep, thorough cleaning of entire facility is needed.
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 problems4.2(A) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Equipment - Cooling, Heating, and Cooling Capacities
There is not adequate equipment for cooling, heating or holding food. Observed various non-functional, mechanical refrigeration food storage pieces of equipment within facility. ***All main kitchen, cookline drawer coolers non-functional.*** Provide necessary, repairs, and/or replace equipment.
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, Jun 24, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
1 recorded violation
3.2(C)(8) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Protection from Contamination
Food is stored unwrapped or in uncovered containers. Observed various RTE, TCS items stored uncovered/unwrapped in main walk-in cooler. PIC covered/wrapped all items.
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, Jan 14, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
2 recorded violations
4.4(L) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Mechanical warewashing
The rinse temperature in a mechanical warewashing operation was not adequate to sanitize dishes and utensils. Observed final rinse temperature <180F. Article surface temperature = 138F. PIC placed service call for diagnostics and necessary repairs. Discontinue usage of equipment until necessary repairs are completed. Supplemental warewashing to be used interimly. PIC to provide service report to Inspector upon receipt.
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 contamination3.2(C)(1) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Preventing Contamination by Separation, Packaging, and Segregation
Ready-to-eat food was not protected from cross-contamination by raw animal food. Observed RTE, TCS foods improperly stored with raw animal proteins. Proper separation and segregation reviewed with PIC. Foods stored properly. PIC to ensure proper storage is maintained.
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, Aug 19, 2024 · Original Source
COMPLAINT - COMPLAINT
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, May 6, 2024 · Original Source
COMPLAINT - COMPLAINT
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Dec 27, 2023 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
4 recorded violations
"3717-1-02.4(A)(2) - Violation - PIC-Level 2 Certification No manager has level 2 certification in food protection."
"PIC-Level 2 Certification No manager has level 2 certification in food protection. Complete approved training course and provide Ohio Department of Health Food Protection Manager Certificate. Maintain/display certification on premises."
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"3717-1-03.2(M)(2)(a) - Violation - Wiping cloths-use limitation Wet wiping cloth was not maintained in a sanitizer solution between uses."
"Wiping cloths-use limitation Observed wet wiping cloths not maintained in a sanitizer solution between uses."
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"3717-1-04.5(D) - Violation - Non-food contact surfaces-Cleaning Frequency Nonfood-contact surfaces are not cleaned frequently enough."
"Non-food contact surfaces-Cleaning Frequency Nonfood-contact surfaces are not cleaned frequently enough. Observed various working surfaces soiled with residues. Increase cleaning frequency and maintain clean to sight and touch."
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"3717-1-02.3(A) - Violation - Food contamination-eating Employees were eating, drinking or using tobacco in non-designated areas."
"Food contamination-eating Employees were eating, drinking or using tobacco in non-designated areas."
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, Nov 1, 2023 · Original Source