ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
May 26, 2026
Approved - Violations Abated
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, May 26, 2026 · Original Source
Cincinnati, OH
Larosa's Inc Pizzeria
2409 Boudinot Av
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8 inspectionsROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
May 18, 2026
Not In Compliance
10 recorded violations
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. Several Sauce containers, cutting boards, utensils, ladels ,togs are soiled after cleaning..
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 6.4(B)(1)Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
6.4(B)(1) - Cleaning- Frequency and Restrictions
Inspector’s notes
The hand washing sinks are not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them 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 4.8(E)(1)Equipment and utensils
Official wording
4.8(E)(1) - Equipment, Utensils, Linens - Storage
Inspector’s notes
Cleaned equipment or utensils, laundered linens, or single-service or single-use articles are not stored in a clean, dry location, protected from contamination.
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 6.4(M)Other
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6.4(M) - Storing maintenance tools
Inspector’s notes
Maintenance tools such as brooms, mops, vacuum cleaners and similar items are improperly stored
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 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.
More about other findingnotedCode 4.4(F)(2)Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
4.4(F)(2) - Warewashing sinks: Use Limitation
Inspector’s notes
Warewashing sink was not properly cleaned and/or 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 problemsnotedCode 4.5(B)(4)(b)Contamination
Official wording
4.5(B)(4)(b) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Equipment Food Contact Surfaces and Utensils – Cleaning Frequency
Inspector’s notes
Utensils or equipment are not cleaned at the proper frequency or the frequency is not documented. Utensils, for cooking ,ladles are not cleaned frequently enough.
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(D)Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
4.4(D) - Warewashing equipment: Cleaning Frequency
Inspector’s notes
Warewashing equipment and/or components were not cleaned throughout the day or before 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 problemsnotedCode 4.4(B)Other
Official wording
4.4(B) - Cutting surfaces.
Inspector’s notes
Cutting surface(s) unable to be effectively cleaned and sanitized.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 4.8(A)(1)Equipment and utensils
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4.8(A)(1) - Equipment and Utensils - Air-Drying
Inspector’s notes
Equipment and utensils are not being air dried or allowed to drain adequately after sanitizing. Food equipments, dishes stored on the dish rack after cleaning. still wet stacked wet.
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, May 18, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Feb 24, 2026
Approved - Minor Violations
10 recorded violations
notedCode 3.4(F)(1)(b)Food temperature
Official wording
3.4(F)(1)(b) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Time/Temperature Controlled for Safety Food - Cold Holding
Inspector’s notes
TCS foods were being held at temperatures >41° F. Observed containers of ranch dressing sitting at room temperature. Ensure all TCS foods are kept in cold holding until ready for service. PIC placed all containers in cold holding. +COS
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 temperaturenotedCode 3.2(C)(1)(H)Contamination
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3.2(C)(1)(H) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Packaged and Unpackaged Food - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation
Inspector’s notes
Food is stored unwrapped or in uncovered containers. Observed several boxes of dough left open and uncovered. Employees covered all boxs to prevent contamination. +COS
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(K)Equipment and utensils
Official wording
3.2(K) - In-use utensils - between-use storage
Inspector’s notes
In-use utensils are improperly stored. Observed drinking cup used as a scoop for sugar. Replace with a dedicated scoop with handle.
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 soiled cups by the waiter station. Clean cups and maintain cleanliness.
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 5.1(B)(1)Cleaning and sanitizing
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5.1(B)(1) - Approved System and Cleanable Fixtures
Inspector’s notes
Plumbing system is not designed, constructed, and installed according to the Ohio building code. Observed y splitter installed on utility sink. Y splitters are not permitted to be installed on faucets. Remove y splitter from faucet.
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 4.8(E)(1)(3)Equipment and utensils
Official wording
4.8(E)(1)(3) - Single-Service Articles and Single-Use Articles - Storage
Inspector’s notes
Single-service and single-use articles were not stored in the original protective package or were stored by means that did not protect them from contamination. Observed boxes of single use cups on the floor. Ensure single use articles are kept of the floor during stored.
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 7.1(P)Chemicals
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7.1(P) - X. Chemical - Other Personal care items - Storage
Inspector’s notes
Personal care items are not stored in a designated employee storage area. Observed employee items not stored in a designated area. Ensure all employees store personal items in a designated area.
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 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 soiled floors under equipment and counters. Clean more frequently.
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 4.8(E)(1)Equipment and utensils
Official wording
4.8(E)(1) - Equipment, Utensils, Linens - Storage
Inspector’s notes
Cleaned equipment or utensils, laundered linens, or single-service or single-use articles are not stored in a clean, dry location, protected from contamination. Observed clean utensils stored in a soiled container by the ware washing station. Ensure clean utensils are store in a clean location.
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 2.3(C)Employee health and hygiene
Official wording
2.3(C) - Hair restraints, effectiveness
Inspector’s notes
Food employee(s) did not have their hair effectively restrained. Observed multiple food employees not wearing hair restraints. Ensure all food employees wear hair restraint's.
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 issuesOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Feb 24, 2026 · Original Source
COMPLAINT - COMPLAINT
Nov 25, 2025
Approved - No Violations
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Nov 25, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Mar 25, 2025
Approved - Minor Violations
2 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 the ware washing machine soiled in food debris and requires frequent cleaning.
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 4.8(E)(2)(a)(b)Equipment and utensils
Official wording
4.8(E)(2)(a)(b) - Equipment, Utensils, Linens - Storage
Inspector’s notes
Clean equipment and utensils were not properly stored. -Observed cleaned dishes stored improperly with their food contact surface uncovered or inverted. Ensure the food contact surfaces are prevented from splash, dust or any form of contamination.
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, Mar 25, 2025 · Original Source
COMPLAINT - COMPLAINT
Jan 29, 2025
Approved - No Violations
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jan 29, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Nov 13, 2024
Approved - No Violations
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Nov 13, 2024 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Jul 16, 2024
Approved - No Violations
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jul 16, 2024 · Original Source