ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Oct 30, 2026
Approved - Violations Abated
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Oct 30, 2026 · Original Source
Approved - Violations Abated
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Quick Answers
- When was Izzy's last inspected?
- The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 30, 2026. The result listed by Cincinnati Health Department was “Approved - Violations Abated”.
- Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
- No. No violations were recorded at the most recent inspection.
- How many inspections are on record?
- 8 inspections on record, from Feb 28, 2024 to Oct 30, 2026.
- Has Izzy's ever been closed by the health department?
- No closure appears in the 8 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Feb 28, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
8 inspectionsROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Oct 22, 2026
Not In Compliance
5 recorded violations
notedCode 4.4(A)(2)Equipment and utensils
Official Wording
4.4(A)(2) - Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment
Inspector’s Notes
Equipment components were not intact, tight or properly adjusted. Observed damaged filters under hood-replace
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 issuesnotedCode 4.5(D)Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
4.5(D) - Nonfood-contact surfaces - cleaning frequency
Inspector’s Notes
Nonfood-contact surfaces are not cleaned frequently enough. Observed debris along edge of shelves in walk in cooler--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 problemsnotedCode 3.5(D)(6)Other
Official Wording
3.5(D)(6) - Other Forms of Information
Inspector’s Notes
The license holder did not notify customers of the presence of major allergens as an ingredient in unpackaged food items served or sold to the customer.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 7.0(B)Chemicals
Official Wording
7.0(B) - X. Chemical - Working Containers - Common Name
Inspector’s Notes
Working containers of poisonous/toxic materials are not labeled. ID label all chemical spray bottles. +COS
In Plain English
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 unsafelynotedCode 3.4(F)(1)(a)Food temperature
Official Wording
3.4(F)(1)(a) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Time/Temperature Controlled for Safety Food - Hot Holding
Inspector’s Notes
TCS foods were being hot held at temperatures <135° F or a roast <130° F. Observed soup held at 118 degrees F--reheated to 165 degrees F. (COS). Observed large amount of Corn Beef held at 78-110 degrees F-Recommend using Time as a Pubic Health control. Wil provide information
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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Oct 22, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Jun 26, 2026
Approved - Minor Violations
8 recorded violations
notedCode 5.1(S)(2)Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
5.1(S)(2) - Plumbing System- Maintained in Good Repair
Inspector’s Notes
Plumbing system is not maintained in good repair. Observed drip at faucet and base of faucet at prep sink--repair
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 problemsnotedCode 2.4(C)(18)Employee health and hygiene
Official Wording
2.4(C)(18) - I. Employee Health - Written Procedures for Cleaning Up Vomiting and Diarrheal Events
Inspector’s Notes
No/inadequate written procedures for response to vomiting/diarrheal events.
In Plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
More about employee hygiene or health policy issuesnotedCode 2.3(A)Contamination
Official Wording
2.3(A) - II. Good Hygienic Practices - Food Contamination Prevention - Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco Products
Inspector’s Notes
PIC to assure employee drinks are covered and stored away from food service
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 contaminationnotedCode 3.2(C)(1)(a)Contamination
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. Observed whole raw eggs stored above RTF. Always store raw TCS foods on bottom shelf
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 contaminationnotedCode 3.2(Q)Contamination
Official Wording
3.2(Q) - Food Storage: Preventing Contamination from the Premises
Inspector’s Notes
Food items are not protected from contamination during storage. Discontinue storing containers of flour etc directly on floor in kitchen
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 contaminationnotedCode 4.4(A)(2)Equipment and utensils
Official Wording
4.4(A)(2) - Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment
Inspector’s Notes
Equipment components were not intact, tight or properly adjusted. Repair ill fitting filters under hood
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 issuesnotedCode 3701-21-02(I)Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
3701-21-02(I) - Display of License
Inspector’s Notes
FSO license not displayed onsite.
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 issuesnotedCode 3.2(K)Equipment and utensils
Official Wording
3.2(K) - In-use utensils - between-use storage
Inspector’s Notes
In-use utensils are improperly stored. Discontinue storing in use knives between cutting board and prep counter--Discontinue storing cups/scoops inside 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.
More about equipment or utensil issuesOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jun 26, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Dec 31, 2025
Approved - Minor Violations
6 recorded violations
notedCode 3.2(K)Equipment and utensils
Official Wording
3.2(K) - In-use utensils - between-use storage
Inspector’s Notes
In-use utensils are improperly stored. Discontinue storing soiled scoop in 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.
More about equipment or utensil issuesnotedCode 5.1(S)(2)Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
5.1(S)(2) - Plumbing System- Maintained in Good Repair
Inspector’s Notes
Plumbing system is not maintained in good repair. Observed drip at faucet and base of faucet at prep sink, pipes beneath three compartment sink leaking--Repair
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 problemsnotedCode 2.4(C)(18)Employee health and hygiene
Official Wording
2.4(C)(18) - I. Employee Health - Written Procedures for Cleaning Up Vomiting and Diarrheal Events
Inspector’s Notes
No/inadequate written procedures for response to vomiting/diarrheal events. Recommend facility purchase a Biohazard/Bodily fluid clean up kit
In Plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
More about employee hygiene or health policy issuesnotedCode 4.4(P)Chemicals
Official Wording
4.4(P) - Warewashing equipment: Determining Chemical Sanitizer Concentration
Inspector’s Notes
Sanitizer concentration is not being monitored. No chlorine in sanitizer water at three compartment sink are sink
In Plain English
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 unsafelynotedCode 3.2(Q)Contamination
Official Wording
3.2(Q) - Food Storage: Preventing Contamination from the Premises
Inspector’s Notes
Food items are not protected from contamination during storage. Discontinue storing containers of sugar etc. directly on 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.
More about food not protected from contaminationnotedCode 3701-21-22Other
Official Wording
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.
More about other findingOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Dec 31, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Oct 2, 2025
Approved - No Violations
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Oct 2, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Feb 25, 2025
Approved - Minor Violations
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Feb 25, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Jun 10, 2024
Approved - Minor Violations
3 recorded violations
notedCode 3.2(M)(2)(a)Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
3.2(M)(2)(a) - Wiping cloths
Inspector’s Notes
Wet wiping cloth was not maintained in a sanitizer solution between uses.
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 problemsnotedCode 3.2(C)(8)Contamination
Official Wording
3.2(C)(8) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Protection from Contamination
Inspector’s Notes
Food is stored unwrapped or in uncovered containers. organize foods in the back dry storage area to make sure all foods are covered and protected from contamination during storage
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 contaminationnotedCode 6.2(I)(3)Facility maintenance
Official Wording
6.2(I)(3) - Facilities: Lighting - intensity
Inspector’s Notes
The light intensity was <50 foot candles in food prep or other area where employee safety is a factor. ' replace burnt out light bulbs above prep area to enhance lighting
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 issuesOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jun 10, 2024 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Feb 28, 2024
Not Abated
4 recorded violations
notedCode 3717-1-03.2(Q)Contamination
Official Wording
"3717-1-03.2(Q) - Violation - Food Storage-preventing contamination form the premises Food items are not protected from contamination during storage."
Inspector’s Notes
"discontinue storing food containers above other food containers in sandwich block to prevent contamination"
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 contaminationnotedCode 3717-1-03.2(C)(2)Contamination
Official Wording
"3717-1-03.2(C)(2) - Violation - Protection from Contamination-Food Storage Food is stored unwrapped or in uncovered containers."
Inspector’s Notes
"OBSERVATION: open food containers in the back storage area CORRECTIVE ACTION: store foods in covered containers to protect from contamination"
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 contaminationnotedCode 3717-1-03.2(M)(1)Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
"3717-1-03.2(M)(1) - Violation - Wiping cloths-use limitation Cloths used for wiping food spills were not dry or used for other tasks."
Inspector’s Notes
"restrict use of dry wiping cloths for that purpose only and not for other non food purpose"
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 problemsnotedCode 3717-1-04.5(A)(2)(3)Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
"3717-1-04.5(A)(3) - Violation - Equipment cleanliness-Nonfood-contact Non-food contact surfaces are dirty."
Inspector’s Notes
"maintain non food contact surfaces 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 problemsOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Feb 28, 2024 · Original Source