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7 inspections
ROUTINE - PROCESS REVIEW
Jul 20, 2026
Approved - Minor Violations
2 recorded violations
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.
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)(3)Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
2.4(A)(3) - IV. Demonstration of Knowledge - Certified Manager
Inspector’s notes
No manager had Ohio manager certification in food protection.
One manager has a serve safe Certificate, but not level two certification.
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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jul 20, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Jun 29, 2026
Not In Compliance
13 recorded violations
notedCode 3.2(M)(2)(a)Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
3.2(M)(2)(a) - Wiping cloths - use limitation
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.
6.1(C)(1) - Floor and wall junctures - coved, and enclosed or sealed
Inspector’s notes
In FSOs or RFEs in which cleaning methods other than water flushing are used for cleaning floors, the floor and wall junctures shall be coved to no larger than one thirty-second inch (one millimeter)gaps in between the floor and the walls .gaps between the wall and the sinks.
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.
The physical facilities 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.
6.4(N)(1) - Maintaining premises: unnecessary items and litter.
Inspector’s notes
There are unnecessary or nonfunctional items and /or litter on the premises.
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.
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.
Dishes are soiled dirty.
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(D) - Nonfood-contact surfaces - cleaning frequency
Inspector’s notes
Nonfood-contact surfaces are not cleaned frequently enough.
Coolers , coolers doors, shelves are soiled dirty .
Clean maintain 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.
2.1(A) - I. Employee Health - Management and Personnel - Employee Health
Inspector’s notes
License holder did not ensure food employee(s) report certain diseases, symptoms or high risk situations as obligated by law including providing necessary additional information.
No sick policey
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.
notedCode 2.4(A)(3)Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
2.4(A)(3) - IV. Demonstration of Knowledge - Certified Manager
Inspector’s notes
No manager had Ohio manager 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.
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.
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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jun 29, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Feb 11, 2026
Approved - Minor Violations
5 recorded violations
notedCode 6.4(A)Facility maintenance
Official wording
6.4(A) - Repairing
Inspector’s notes
The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair.
Observed damaged floor tiles beneath the prep table/can opener area.
The damaged floor area is trapping water and soil.
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.
6.4(D)(1) - Cleaning Ventilation Systems- Nuisance and Discharge
Inspector’s notes
Intake and exhaust air ducts are a source of contamination by dust, dirt, and other materials.
Observed dust build up on ceiling HVAC grates.
Clean the grates, ensure that the HVAC filter is 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.
After use, mops are not placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment, or supplies.
Observed wet mops being stored on the floor.
Hang mops to dry when not in use.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Outer openings of a food facility were not protected against the entry of insects and rodents.
Observed gap between floor and door bottom.
Eliminate the gap.
Repair/replace the door sweep.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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 single use utensils containers stored on the floor.
Keep all food contact surfaces at least six (6) inches above ground.
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, Feb 11, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
May 14, 2025
Approved - Minor Violations
2 recorded violations
notedCode 6.4(N)(1)Facility maintenance
Official wording
6.4(N)(1) - Maintaining premises: unnecessary items and litter.
Inspector’s notes
There are unnecessary or nonfunctional items and /or litter on the premises.
-Observed several non-functional items as well as several litters left in the storage area. PIC was required to remove all non-functional items from room and ensure the storage room is clean.
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.
The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair.
-Observed some missing ceiling tiles in the storage room. PIC was required to ensure tiles are replaced.
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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, May 14, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Feb 27, 2025
Approved - Minor Violations
7 recorded violations
notedCode 6.4(N)(1)Facility maintenance
Official wording
6.4(N)(1) - Maintaining premises: unnecessary items and litter.
Inspector’s notes
There are unnecessary or nonfunctional items and /or litter on the premises.
-Observed a room located close to the manager's office filled with litters of cardboard refuse and nonfunctional equipments that requires repair and cleaning or should be removed. PIC was also required to clean the room.
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.
The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair.
-Observed multiple location in the facility with missing ceiling tiles that requires replacement.
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.
5.4(G)(3) - Storage Areas, Rooms, and receptacles-Capacity and Availability
Inspector’s notes
Refuse receptacle is not provided at each hand sink where using paper towels.
-Observed no refuse receptacle available for handwashing sink in the toilet.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
4.5(D) - Nonfood-contact surfaces - cleaning frequency
Inspector’s notes
Nonfood-contact surfaces are not cleaned frequently enough.
-Observed the toilet door soiled. PIC was required to ensure the toilet door is cleaned.
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, Feb 27, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - PROCESS REVIEW
Jun 21, 2024
Approved - Minor Violations
2 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.
6.4(N) - Maintaining premises: unnecessary items and litter.
Inspector’s notes
There are unnecessary or nonfunctional items and /or litter on the premises.
-Observed multiple unnecessary equipment and items in nan unused storage room.
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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jun 21, 2024 · Original Source
ROUTINE - PROCESS REVIEW
Jun 3, 2024
Not In Compliance
7 recorded violations
notedCode 5.4(N)(2)Facility maintenance
Official wording
5.4(N)(2) - Refuse/recyclables/returnables
Inspector’s notes
Outdoor refuse receptacles are not covered with tight fitting lids or doors.
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.
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 door to the restroom soiled.
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.
-The manager onsite does not possess a level 2 manager certificate.
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.
6.4(N) - Maintaining premises: unnecessary items and litter.
Inspector’s notes
There are unnecessary or nonfunctional items and /or litter on the premises.
-Observed multiple unnecessary equipment and items in an unused storage room.
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.
Refuse receptacle is not provided at each hand sink where using paper towels.
-Observed no proper refuse receptacle in the rest room. Facility was using a box as refuse receptacle.
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.
4.5(B)(4)(e) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Cleaning frequency
Inspector’s notes
Food storage equipment is not cleaned frequently enough.
-Observed the small reach-in refrigerator holding TCS foods soiled in food debris.
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.