Cincinnati, OH

Ike's Barbecue

Name: Ike's Barbecue
Address: 3200 Woodburn Av, Cincinnati, OH

3200 Woodburn Av

Last inspected Feb 3, 2025 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Approved - Minor Violations

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6 inspections

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Feb 3, 2025

Approved - Minor Violations

3 recorded violations

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. Hand soap was placed by hand washing 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.

More about handwashing problems

notedCode 5.1(L)(1)Handwashing

Official wording

5.1(L)(1) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Handwashing facilities

Inspector’s notes

Handwashing facility is not located to allow convenient use by employees. Observed no handwashing sink in three compartment sink 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.

More about handwashing problems

notedCode 4.2(I)Cleaning and sanitizing

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4.2(I) - Sanitizing solutions

Inspector’s notes

There is no test kit available for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer.

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 problems

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Feb 3, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Nov 12, 2024

Approved - Minor Violations

2 recorded violations

notedCode 2.4(A)(2)Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

2.4(A)(2) - IV. Demonstration of Knowledge - Person in charge - assignment of responsibility

Inspector’s notes

No manager has level 2 certification in food protection. Observed no manager certified in food protection in Ohio. PIC is working on applying to get certification.

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.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues

notedCode 5.1(G)Handwashing

Official wording

5.1(G) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Handwashing facilities

Inspector’s notes

This food facility does not have the required number of conveniently located handwashing sinks. Observed no hand washing sink convenient to three compartment 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.

More about handwashing problems

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Nov 12, 2024 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Oct 11, 2024

Not In Compliance

3 recorded violations

notedCode 2.4(A)(2)Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

2.4(A)(2) - IV. Demonstration of Knowledge - Person in charge - assignment of responsibility

Inspector’s notes

No manager has level 2 certification in food protection. Observed no manager with Ohio certification in food protection. Reciprocity form was emailed to operator.

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.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues

notedCode 5.3(C)Water, plumbing, and sewage

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5.3(C) - Drainage system

Inspector’s notes

A direct connection exists between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food, portable equipment, or utensils are placed. Prep sink was not properly air gapped.Discussed with operator that air gap needs to beat least twice the diameter of the pipe coming from the sink. Observed no air gap for ice machine in back. Operator said that ice machine is not in use. Ensure ice machine is air gapped.

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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems

notedCode 5.1(L)(1)Handwashing

Official wording

5.1(L)(1) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Handwashing facilities

Inspector’s notes

Handwashing facility is not located to allow convenient use by employees. Hand washing sink by three compartment sink was removed. Provide handwashing sink and obtain proper Plumbing permit.

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.

More about handwashing problems

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Oct 11, 2024 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Sep 6, 2024

Not In Compliance

3 recorded violations

notedCode 2.4(A)(2)Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

2.4(A)(2) - IV. Demonstration of Knowledge - Person in charge - assignment of responsibility

Inspector’s notes

No manager has level 2 certification in food protection. Observed no manager with Ohio manager certification in food protection.

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.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues

notedCode 5.1(G)Handwashing

Official wording

5.1(G) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Handwashing facilities

Inspector’s notes

This food facility does not have the required number of conveniently located handwashing sinks. Observed no handwashing sink near three compartment sink (hand sink taken out).

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.

More about handwashing problems

notedCode 5.3(C)Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

5.3(C) - Drainage system

Inspector’s notes

A direct connection exists between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food, portable equipment, or utensils are placed. Observed no air gap for ice machine or culinary sink. Provide a proper air gaps.

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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Sep 6, 2024 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION