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Cincinnati, OH

Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse

505 Vine St

Last inspected Jul 29, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Approved - Minor Violations

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10 inspections

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Jul 29, 2026

Approved - Minor Violations

3 recorded violations

notedCode 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 mold on caulk along hand sinks--remove, clean and re-caulk

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 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. FSO license expired--display current license

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 4.8(I)(1)Other

Official wording

4.8(I)(1) - Preset Tableware

Inspector’s notes

Preset tableware was not protected from contamination by being wrapped, covered, or inverted.

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, Jul 29, 2026 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Dec 17, 2025

Approved - Violations Abated

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Dec 17, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Dec 16, 2025

Not In Compliance

6 recorded violations

notedCode 4.8(I)(1)Other

Official wording

4.8(I)(1) - Preset Tableware

Inspector’s notes

Preset tableware was not protected from contamination by being wrapped, covered, or inverted.

In plain English

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

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notedCode 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 pink yeast in hand sink by dish machine

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 5.1(S)(2)Water, plumbing, and sewage

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5.1(S)(2) - Plumbing System- Maintained in Good Repair

Inspector’s notes

Plumbing system is not maintained in good repair. No water at hand sink in Men's bathroom--replace sensor

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.

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notedCode 3.4(H)(1)Food temperature

Official wording

3.4(H)(1) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Ready-to-eat, TCS - disposition

Inspector’s notes

Ready-to-eat, TCS food was not discarded by the date mark, or was undated and not discarded or was not discarded when the date mark exceeded the required time/temperature combination. Observed expired cheesecake and genoch--Discarded. PIC to assure all TCS foods are disposed of by DISCARD DATE

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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notedCode 3.5(E)Food source and labeling

Official wording

3.5(E) - VII. Consumer Advisory - Consumer Advisory

Inspector’s notes

The consumer was not properly advised of the risk of consuming raw or undercooked animal foods. Correlate Teriyaki Salmon to consumer advisory on menu

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems
notedCode 4.1(Z)Food temperature

Official wording

4.1(Z) - Temperature Measuring Device - Functionality

Inspector’s notes

Temperature measuring devices are missing, not correctly placed, not readable, or of improper design.

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 temperature

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Dec 16, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Sep 30, 2025

Approved - No Violations

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Sep 30, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Jan 22, 2025

Approved - Minor Violations

1 recorded violation

notedCode 4.8(I)(1)Other

Official wording

4.8(I)(1) - Preset Tableware

Inspector’s notes

Preset tableware was not protected from contamination by being wrapped, covered, or inverted.

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, Jan 22, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Sep 18, 2024

Approved - Minor Violations

2 recorded violations

notedCode 5.4(P)Facility maintenance

Official wording

5.4(P) - Refuse/recyclables/returnables

Inspector’s notes

Storage area and enclosure for refuse/recyclables/returnables is not clean or free of unnecessary items.

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 4.8(I)(1)Other

Official wording

4.8(I)(1) - Preset Tableware

Inspector’s notes

Preset tableware was not protected from contamination by being wrapped, covered, or inverted.

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, Sep 18, 2024 · Original Source

COMPLAINT - COMPLAINT

Jan 26, 2024

CLOS-NO - No Violations Found

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jan 26, 2024 · Original Source

COMPLAINT - COMPLAINT

Jan 8, 2024

CLOS-NO - No Violations Found

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jan 8, 2024 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Dec 20, 2023

Abated On-Site

6 recorded violations

notedCode 3717-1-04.5(B)(1)(e)Contamination

Official wording

"3717-1-04.5(B)(1)(e) - Violation - Cleaning frequency-miscellaneous Food-contact surfaces or utensils not cleaned when they were contaminated."

Inspector’s notes

"OBSERVATION: Cleaning frequency-miscellaneous Food-contact surfaces or utensils not cleaned when they were contaminated. Mold on inside of Ice Machine shield CORRECTIVE ACTION: Drain clean and sanitize Ice Machine"

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 contamination
notedCode 3717-1-03.1(R)Food source and labeling

Official wording

"3717-1-03.1(R) - Violation - Shellstock-maintaining identification Shellfish tags were removed from the container, were improperly maintained or more than one shellfish container was in use."

Inspector’s notes

"OBSERVATION: Shellstock-maintaining identification Shellfish tags were removed from the container, were improperly maintained or more than one shellfish container was in use. CORRECTIVE ACTION: Maintain shellstock tags with product until last one sold"

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems
notedCode 3717-1-04.4(P)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

"3717-1-04.4(P) - Violation - Warewashing equipment -sanitizer concentration. Sanitizer concentration is not being monitored."

Inspector’s notes

"Warewashing equipment -sanitizer concentration. Sanitizer concentration is not being monitored. No chlorine observed at final rinse at Glassware dish machine"

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 3717-1-04.4(B)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

"3717-1-04.4(B) - Violation - Cutting surfaces. Cutting surface(s) unable to be effectively cleaned and sanitized."

Inspector’s notes

"Cutting surfaces. Cutting surface(s) unable to be effectively cleaned and sanitized."

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 3717-1-04.8(I)(1)Contamination

Official wording

"3717-1-04.8(I)(1) - Violation - Preset Tableware Preset tableware was not protected from contamination by being wrapped, covered, or inverted."

Inspector’s notes

"Preset Tableware Preset tableware was not protected from contamination by being wrapped, covered, or inverted."

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 contamination
notedCode 3717-1-04.5(A)(1)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

"3717-1-04.5(A)(1)(2) - Violation - Equipment cleanliness-food contact Food-contact surfaces were dirty."

Inspector’s notes

"OBSERVATION: Equipment cleanliness-food contact Food-contact surfaces were dirty. CORRECTIVE ACTION: Wash and sanitize can opener blade after each use"

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, Dec 20, 2023 · Original Source

COMPLAINT - COMPLAINT

Dec 14, 2023

CLOS-NO - No Violations Found

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Dec 14, 2023 · Original Source

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