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6 inspections
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Jun 16, 2025
Approved - Minor Violations
2 recorded violations
notedCode 6.1(M)Other
Official wording
6.1(M) - Outer Openings - Protected
Inspector’s notes
Outer openings of a food facility were not protected against the entry of insects and rodents.
-Observed the rear door opened without being closed. Door was closed by PIC.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
6.2(C) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Handwashing Sinks - Hand Drying Provision
Inspector’s notes
Handwashing lavatory had no, unapproved, or inoperable hand drying provision.
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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jun 16, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Oct 30, 2024
Approved - Minor Violations
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.
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.
3.2(C)(8) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Protection from Contamination
Inspector’s notes
Food is stored unwrapped or in uncovered containers.
-Observed multiple foods in the refrigerator stored inside uncovered containers as well as being unwrapped.
PIC was required to cover or wrap all foods inside containers to protect them 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.
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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Oct 30, 2024 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Jul 31, 2024
Approved - Violations Abated
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.
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.
The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
-Observed the ceiling tiles at the kitchen are soiled in debris.
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.
Clean equipment and utensils were not properly stored.
-Observed cleaned plates being stored in such a way the food contact surface is exposed to contamination.
PIC was required to re-clean and sanitize all the affected utensils.
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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jul 31, 2024 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Jul 18, 2024
Not In Compliance
9 recorded violations
notedCode 3.2(C)(1)Contamination
Official wording
3.2(C)(1) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Preventing Contamination by Separation, Packaging, and Segregation
Inspector’s notes
Ready-to-eat food was not protected from cross-contamination by raw animal food (raw shelled eggs).
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.
4.5(C) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Cooking / Baking equipment
Inspector’s notes
Food contact surfaces of cooking and baking equipment or cavities and door seals of microwaves were not cleaned frequently enough.
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.
3.2(C)(8) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Protection from Contamination
Inspector’s notes
Food is stored unwrapped or in uncovered containers.
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.
The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
-Observed the ceiling tiles at the kitchen are soiled in debris.
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.
Clean equipment and utensils were not properly stored.
-Observed cleaned plates being stored in such a way the food contact surface is exposed to contamination. PIC was required to re-clean and sanitize all the affected utensils.
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.
4.5(A)(2)(3) - Equipment, food-contact surfaces, nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils
Inspector’s notes
Non-food contact surfaces are dirty.
-Observed the ventilation system for reach-in refrigerator soiled in debris.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jul 18, 2024 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Nov 13, 2023
Abated On-Site
6 recorded violations
notedCode 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: Protection from Contamination-Food Storage
Observed several foods are stored unwrapped or in uncovered containers.
CORRECTIVE ACTION: Ensure foods are stored in covered container to prevent them 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.
"3717-1-02.4(C)(13) - Violation - PIC Duties-cross contamination The person in charge is not ensuring that employees prevent cross-contamination of ready-to-eat food with bare hands."
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION: PIC Duties-cross contamination
The person in charge is not ensuring that employees prevent cross-contamination of ready-to-eat food with bare hands.
CORRECTIVE ACTION: PIC should ensure employees handling foods are doing so with gloves on their hands to prevent food contamination."
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.
"3717-1-06.4(F) - Violation - Facilities: Mops: Drying After use, mops are not placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment, or supplies."
Inspector’s notes
"Facilities: Mops: Drying
After use, mops are not placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment, or supplies."
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.
notedCode 3717-1-03.2(M)(2)(a)Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
"3717-1-03.2(M)(2)(a) - Violation - Wiping cloths-use limitation Wet wiping cloth was not maintained in a sanitizer solution between uses."
Inspector’s notes
"Wiping cloths-use limitation
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.
notedCode 3717-1-07.1(P)Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
"3717-1-07.1(P) - Violation - Personal care items-storage Personal care items are not stored in a designated employee storage area."
Inspector’s notes
"Personal care items-storage
Personal care items are not stored in a designated employee storage area."
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.
"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."
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Nov 13, 2023 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Nov 6, 2023
Not Abated
7 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
"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.
notedCode 3717-1-03.2(M)(2)(a)Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
"3717-1-03.2(M)(2)(a) - Violation - Wiping cloths-use limitation Wet wiping cloth was not maintained in a sanitizer solution between uses."
Inspector’s notes
"Wiping cloths-use limitation
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.
"3717-1-06.4(F) - Violation - Facilities: Mops: Drying After use, mops are not placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment, or supplies."
Inspector’s notes
"Facilities: Mops: Drying
After use, mops are not placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment, or supplies."
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.
notedCode 3717-1-07.1(P)Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
"3717-1-07.1(P) - Violation - Personal care items-storage Personal care items are not stored in a designated employee storage area."
Inspector’s notes
"Personal care items-storage
Personal care items are not stored in a designated employee storage area."
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.
"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
Observed several foods are stored unwrapped or in uncovered containers.
CORRECTIVE ACTION: Ensure foods are stored in covered container to prevent them 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.
"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."
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
"3717-1-02.4(C)(13) - Violation - PIC Duties-cross contamination The person in charge is not ensuring that employees prevent cross-contamination of ready-to-eat food with bare hands."
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION: PIC Duties-cross contamination
The person in charge is not ensuring that employees prevent cross-contamination of ready-to-eat food with bare hands.
CORRECTIVE ACTION: PIC should ensure employees handling foods are doing so with gloves on their hands to prevent food contamination."
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.