Cincinnati, OH

Insomnia Cookies

Name: Insomnia Cookies
Address: 1126 Main St, Cincinnati, OH

1126 Main St

Last inspected May 11, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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6 inspections

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

May 11, 2026

Approved - Minor Violations

6 recorded violations

notedCode 6.4(F)Other

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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.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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notedCode 4.4(A)(2)Equipment and utensils

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4.4(A)(2) - Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment

Inspector’s notes

Equipment components were not intact, tight or properly adjusted. Observed sanitizer distribution system in disrepair. PIC indicated service request for repairs in progress.

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.

More about equipment or utensil issues

notedCode 6.4(B)(1)Cleaning and sanitizing

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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. Increase cleaning frequency of facility.

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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notedCode 6.4(A)Facility maintenance

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6.4(A) - Repairing

Inspector’s notes

The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair. Observed broken/damaged tile in rear kitchen. Repair/replace.

In plain English

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 issues

notedCode 901:3-4-02(H)Permits, training, and postings

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901:3-4-02(H) - Display of License

Inspector’s notes

RFE License not displayed. Observed expired RFE license displayed within facility. PIC to ensure current license is displayed within facility.

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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notedCode 5.4(R)Other

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5.4(R) - Removal-Frequency

Inspector’s notes

Refuse/recyclables/returnables not removed frequently enough.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, May 11, 2026 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Nov 25, 2025

Approved - Minor Violations

1 recorded violation

notedCode 2.4(A)(3)Permits, training, and postings

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2.4(A)(3) - IV. Demonstration of Knowledge - Certified Manager

Inspector’s notes

No manager had Ohio manager certification in food protection. The Ohio manager certification in food protection was not posted or made available at inspection.

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

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Nov 25, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Mar 19, 2025

Approved - Minor Violations

2 recorded violations

notedCode 4.5(D)Cleaning and sanitizing

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4.5(D) - Nonfood-contact surfaces - cleaning frequency

Inspector’s notes

Nonfood-contact surfaces are not cleaned frequently enough. Observed food and trash debris accumulating behind the freezer. Must be cleaned.

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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notedCode 4.2(J)Cleaning and sanitizing

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4.2(J) - Sanitizing solutions - Testing Devices

Inspector’s notes

There is no test kit available for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer. No test kits available for measuring concentration from the wall mounted quaternary sanitizer dispenser. Must have a method to accurately measure the concentration of chemical sanitizers to ensure they are at effective and safe levels.

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, Mar 19, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Nov 8, 2024

Approved - Minor Violations

1 recorded violation

notedCode 4.2(I)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

4.2(I) - Sanitizing solutions

Inspector’s notes

There is no test kit available for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer. Observed sanitizer testing strip missing. PIC stated new test strips have been ordered.

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, Nov 8, 2024 · Original Source

ROUTINE - PROCESS REVIEW

Sep 17, 2024

Approved - Minor Violations

2 recorded violations

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

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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.

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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notedCode 6.2(C)Handwashing

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6.2(C) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Facilities

Inspector’s notes

Handwashing lavatory had no, unapproved, or inoperable hand drying provision. Observed no paper towels stocked at the hand washing station in the back. Each hand washing station must always be stocked with paper towels for hand drying.

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.

Nov 20, 2023

Not Abated

4 recorded violations

notedCode 3717-1-02.4(A)(2)Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

"3717-1-02.4(A)(2) - Violation - PIC-Level 2 Certification No manager has level 2 certification in food protection."

Inspector’s notes

"THIS IS A REPEAT VIOLATION PIC-Level 2 Certification No manager has level 2 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.

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notedCode 3717-1-02.4(C)(17)Other

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"3717-1-02.4(C)(17) - Violation - PIC Duties -response plan for vomiting/diarrhea No/inadequate written procedures for response to vomiting/diarrheal events."

Inspector’s notes

"PIC Duties -response plan for vomiting/diarrhea No/inadequate written procedures for response to vomiting/diarrheal events."

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notedCode 3717-1-04.5(D)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

"3717-1-04.5(D) - Violation - Non-food contact surfaces-Cleaning Frequency Nonfood-contact surfaces are not cleaned frequently enough."

Inspector’s notes

"Accumulation of food debris underneath shelving on the floor in the walk-in-freezer. 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

notedCode 3717-1-06.2(B)Handwashing

Official wording

"3717-1-06.2(B) - Violation - Facilities-handwashing cleanser availability Each handwashing lavatory did not have a supply of hand cleanser."

Inspector’s notes

"No soap available at the handsink at the front service counter."

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.