ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Nov 7, 2023
14 recorded violations
Official wording
"3717-1-04.5(A)(1)(2) - Violation - Equipment cleanliness-food contact Food-contact surfaces were dirty."
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION: Equipment cleanliness-food contact Food-contact surfaces were dirty. Dried food on can opener blade (COS) and greasy food wrap covers CORRECTIVE ACTION: Maintain food contact surfaces clean daily"
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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"3717-1-03.2(I)(1) - Violation - Food storage or display, contact with water or ice Food items are stored or displayed directly in contact with ice, water or undrained ice."
Inspector’s notes
"Food storage or display, contact with water or ice Food items are stored or displayed directly in contact with ice, water or undrained ice."
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.
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"3717-1-03.2(K) - Violation - In-use utensils-between-use storage In-use utensils are improperly stored."
Inspector’s notes
"In-use utensils-between-use storage In-use utensils are improperly stored. Discontinue storing in-use utensils in stagnant water, sanitizer or sugar"
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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"3717-1-03.4(G)(4) - Violation - RTE TCS, date marking Date marking was not done in a consistent manner according to the code."
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION: RTE TCS, date marking Date marking was not done in a consistent manner according to the code. CORRECTIVE ACTION: PIC to assure all open processed foods (i.e Ham etc) and prepared TCS foods (i.e Spinach dip etc) held > 24 hours have a DISCARD DATE. Best practice is to document open/prep date and use by dates on each item"
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.
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"3717-1-06.0(A)(1)(a) - Violation - Facilities-floors, walls, ceilings Indoor floor, wall, or ceiling surfaces are not smooth, durable, and easily cleanable in areas where FSO or RFE activities are conducted."
Inspector’s notes
"Facilities-floors, walls, ceilings Indoor floor, wall, or ceiling surfaces are not smooth, durable, and easily cleanable in areas where FSO or RFE activities are conducted. Replace stained, damaged ceiling tiles"
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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"3717-1-06.4(B)(1) - Violation - Facilities: Cleaning: Frequency The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean."
Inspector’s notes
"Facilities: Cleaning: Frequency The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Floor in walk in freezer is soiled--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.
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"3717-1-03.4(F)(1)(a) - Violation - TCS-Hot Holding TCS foods were being hot held at temperatures <135° F or a roast <130° F."
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION: TCS-Hot Holding TCS foods were being hot held at temperatures <135° F Corn Beef held at 89 degrees F, Sauerkraut at 100---Reheated to 165 CORRECTIVE ACTION: Maintain hot TCS Foods at 135 degrees F or above"
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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"3717-1-03.4(H)(1) - Violation - RTE TCS food, date marking disposition 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."
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION: RTE TCS food, date marking disposition 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 Yogurt and Ranch dressing--Discarded CORRECTIVE ACTION: PIC to assure all TCS foods are disposed of as per Ohio Food Code"
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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"3717-1-03.2(D) - Violation - Food Storage containers-common name ID Working containers of food are not properly labeled."
Inspector’s notes
"Food Storage containers-common name ID Working containers of food are not properly labeled. ID label Bulk sugar container"
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.
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"3717-1-03.2(U) - Violation - Food Display-preventing contamination Food on display was not protected from contamination by consumers."
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION: Food Display-preventing contamination Food on display was not protected from contamination by consumers. Observed open loaves of bread and Bagels CORRECTIVE ACTION: Individually wrap all slices of Bread and Bagels to prevent contamination by consumers"
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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"3717-1-04.5(D) - Violation - Non-food contact surfaces-Cleaning Frequency Nonfood-contact surfaces are not cleaned frequently enough."
Inspector’s notes
"Non-food contact surfaces-Cleaning Frequency Nonfood-contact surfaces are not cleaned frequently enough. Interior of ovens are soiled--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.
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"3717-1-05.1(D) - Violation - Backflow prevention-air gap. The air gap between the water supply and flood level rim of a plumbing fixture (or other equipment) does not meet requirements. "
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION: Backflow prevention-air gap. The air gap between the water supply and flood level rim of a plumbing fixture (or other equipment) does not meet requirements. CORRECTIVE ACTION: Discontinue blocking air gap at food prep sink in kitchen"
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.
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"3717-1-05.1(S)(2) - Violation - Plumbing system-maintained in good repair Plumbing system is not maintained in good repair."
Inspector’s notes
"Plumbing system-maintained in good repair Plumbing system is not maintained in good repair.Base of faucets at three comp sink are leaking--Repair. In addition sink under spray hose is leaking"
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.
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"3717-1-03.2(C)(2) - Violation - Protection from Contamination-Food Storage Food is stored unwrapped or in uncovered containers."
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION: Protection from Contamination-Food Storage Food is stored unwrapped or in uncovered containers. Observed uncovered foods on rolling carts CORRECTIVE ACTION: May place clean tray atop rolling carts"
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 contaminationOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Nov 7, 2023 · Original Source