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Cincinnati, OH

Kitchen 1883

100 E Court St

Last inspected Sep 22, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Approved - Minor Violations
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When was Kitchen 1883 last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Sep 22, 2026. The result listed by Cincinnati Health Department was “Approved - Minor Violations”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 6 violations recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
4 inspections on record, from Sep 8, 2025 to Sep 22, 2026.
Has Kitchen 1883 ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 4 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Sep 8, 2025.

The Full Inspection History

4 inspections

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Sep 22, 2026

Approved - Minor Violations

6 recorded violations

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. Several expired dressings--discarded. PIC to assure all TCS foods are disposed of as per Ohio Food Code

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
notedCode 6.4(B)(1)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

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. Observed dust build up on ceiling around vents

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 5.4(N)(2)Other

Official Wording

5.4(N)(2) - Covering Receptacles

Inspector’s Notes

Outdoor refuse/recyclables/returnables receptacles are not covered with tight fitting lids or doors.

In Plain English

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

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notedCode 5.4(P)Facility maintenance

Official Wording

5.4(P) - Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures

Inspector’s Notes

A storage area and enclosure for refuse, recyclables, or returnables is to be maintained clean and free of unnecessary items, that is nonfunctional or longer used; and litter.

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 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 raw beef stored above baked goods in common cooler--store all raw products 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 contamination
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, Sep 22, 2026 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

May 11, 2026

Approved - Minor Violations

7 recorded violations

notedCode 3.4(G)(4)Food temperature

Official Wording

3.4(G)(4) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Ready-to-eat, TCS - date marking

Inspector’s Notes

Date marking was not done in a consistent manner according to the code. PIC to assure all open processed foods (I.e. corn, open hot dogs etc.) and prepared TCS Foods (i.e. dressings, coleslaw etc) held > 24 hours have a 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.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
notedCode 4.3(B)(2)Equipment and utensils

Official Wording

4.3(B)(2) - Fixed equipment installation - Spacing or Sealing

Inspector’s Notes

Equipment is not sealed to the surface or allow for ease of cleaning. Re-caulk along edges of both hand sinks

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 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. Interior of ovens (in rear) and interior of coolers/freezers in common storage room are soiled--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 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 ham, coleslaw, blue cheese dressing, etc. Discarded. PIC to assure all TCS foods are disposed of as per Ohio Food Code

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
notedCode 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 after fruit--store all raw TCS foods beneath RTF

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 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 puddled water in bottom of front counter sandwich block cooler, Ice build up in reach in freezer (in common storage area), Sanitizer dispenser at three compartment sink is leaking--Repair

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 4.5(A)(1)Contamination

Official Wording

4.5(A)(1) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils: Clean to Sight and Touch

Inspector’s Notes

Food-contact surfaces were not clean to the sight and touch. Observed dried food on can opener blade-maintain food contact surfaces clean

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

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

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Nov 18, 2025

Approved - Minor Violations

7 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 spray sink in shared dish room--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 3.5(C)Food source and labeling

Official Wording

3.5(C) - Food Labeling

Inspector’s Notes

Food is not properly labeled.

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 3.4(G)(4)Food temperature

Official Wording

3.4(G)(4) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Ready-to-eat, TCS - date marking

Inspector’s Notes

Date marking was not done in a consistent manner according to the code. Observed pulled chicken given a shelf life of 10 days--shelf life is not to exceed the day prepared plus six days for a total shelf life of 7 days

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
notedCode 4.5(A)(1)Contamination

Official Wording

4.5(A)(1) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils: Clean to Sight and Touch

Inspector’s Notes

Food-contact surfaces were not clean to the sight and touch. Wash and sanitize can opener clay after each use. Observed mold on Ice Machine shield in shared dish room

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 6.4(F)Other

Official Wording

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. Hand soiled mops to air dry in shared dish room

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
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
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. Redolent cooler not functioning--Repair/Replace or remove

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

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Nov 18, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Sep 8, 2025

Approved - Minor Violations

3 recorded violations

notedCode 5.1(C)(1)Handwashing

Official Wording

5.1(C)(1) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Handwashing facility - Installation

Inspector’s Notes

Handwashing sink does not provide water at least 85° F. Maximum temperature observed at the backside hand sink was 79F. Make adjustments so that 85F is observed at the backside hand 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 3.4(G)(4)Food temperature

Official Wording

3.4(G)(4) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Ready-to-eat, TCS - date marking

Inspector’s Notes

Date marking was not done in a consistent manner according to the code. Observed stored prepped food items bearing a date label beyond the permissible shelf life. Label opened, prepped food items with a shelf life of 6 days after opening/prepping. Add 6.

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
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. Unable to locate a functional temperature gauge in the front display cooler. Install a functional gauge for temperature monitoring.

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, Sep 8, 2025 · Original Source

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