ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Oct 15, 2026
7 recorded violations
Official Wording
3.2(C)(1)(a) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Packaged and Unpackaged Food - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation
Inspector’s Notes
Ready-to-eat food was not protected from cross-contamination by raw animal food. 1. Observed raw animal products stored above ready-to-eat foods in the reach-in cooler. 2. Observed raw animal products that were removed from the original packaging and were stored above ready-to-eat foods in the reach-in freezer. Ensure raw animal food are stored below ready-to-eat foods in coolers and frozen raw animal foods removed from the original packaging are stored below ready-to-eat foods in freezers. PIC placed the raw animal foods at the bottom of the cooler and the freezer.
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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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. Observed a buildup of residue inside of the soda gun receptacles. Ensure the soda gun receptacles are cleaned more frequently and maintained clean. PIC cleaned the soda gun receptacles
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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6.2(E) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Handwashing Signage
Inspector’s Notes
A handwashing sign was not posted at all handwashing lavatories.
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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3.4(G)(1) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Ready-to-eat, TCS - date marking
Inspector’s Notes
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 several food items that were not properly date marked. Ensure all refrigerated, ready-to-eat, TCS food that is prepared in the food facility and held refrigerated for more than 24 hours is properly date marked. PIC date marked all food items.
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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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
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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3.2(Q) - Food Storage: Preventing Contamination from the Premises
Inspector’s Notes
Food items are not protected from contamination during storage. Observed food items stored on the floor by the sushi bar. Ensure all food items are stored in a clean, dry location that is protected from contamination and is at least six inches off of the floor.
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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3.2(C)(1)(H) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Packaged and Unpackaged Food - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation
Inspector’s Notes
Food is stored unwrapped or in uncovered containers. Observed several food items that were stored unwrapped or uncovered. Ensure all food items are stored wrapped or in covered containers. PIC wrapped and covered all uncovered food items.
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, Oct 15, 2026 · Original Source