COMPLAINT - COMPLAINT
Sep 22, 2026
Approved - Violations Abated
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Sep 22, 2026 · Original Source
Cincinnati, OH
Mchenry Corner Carryout
3222 Mchenry Av
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Approved - Violations Abated
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6 inspectionsCOMPLAINT - COMPLAINT
Aug 25, 2026
Not In Compliance
21 recorded violations
notedCode 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 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.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 6.4(N)(1)Facility maintenance
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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. Coolers not in use were in back storage area and outside near refuse area.
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 issuesnotedCode 3.5(C)Food source and labeling
Official wording
3.5(C) - Food Labeling
Inspector’s notes
Food is not properly labeled. Styrofoam cups were in reach in freezer filled with ice or slush.
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 problemsnotedCode 4.8(E)(1)(3)Equipment and utensils
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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. Lids for cups were not clean and out of their original package unprotected.
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 2.1(A)Employee health and hygiene
Official wording
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.
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 issuesnotedCode 2.4(B)(2)(k)Permits, training, and postings
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2.4(B)(2)(k) - IV. Demonstration of Knowledge - Demonstration of Knowledge
Inspector’s notes
The person in charge could not explain the correct procedures for cleaning and sanitizing.
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 issuesnotedCode 2.4(C)(18)Employee health and hygiene
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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.
More about employee hygiene or health policy issuesnotedCode 4.5(B)(4)(b)Contamination
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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. No way to properly wash, rinse, and sanitize slush machine parts. Slush machine not to be used until it can be properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized. Person in charge told to shut off slush machine and not serve until issue is resolved.
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 6.0(A)(1)(a)Other
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6.0(A)(1)(a) - Indoor areas - surface characteristics
Inspector’s notes
Indoor floor, wall, or ceiling surfaces are not smooth, durable, and easily cleanable in areas where FSO or RFE activities are conducted. Damaged ceiling near 3-compartment sink, damaged wall near entrance to 3-compartment sink, damaged floor next to reach in cooler by entrance to behind the counter. Floors throughout facility not smooth and easily cleanable.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 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. Many reach in coolers without thermometers.
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 5.4(M)Facility maintenance
Official wording
5.4(M) - Refuse/recyclables/returnables
Inspector’s notes
Unapproved receptacles or materials are stored outside. Empty cooler stored outside near refuse area.
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 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. Vents in coolers have accumulation of dust.
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 6.4(L)Pests
Official wording
6.4(L) - Removing Dead or Trapped Pests
Inspector’s notes
The operator failed to remove dead pest(s) in a timely manner. Dead fly in reach in cooler.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 2.2(D)Handwashing
Official wording
2.2(D) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Hands and arms - Where to Wash
Inspector’s notes
Food employee(s) were not washing hands in a handwashing sink. Hand sink not available.
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 problemsnotedCode 5.1(G)Handwashing
Official wording
5.1(G) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Handwashing facilities - Numbers and Capacities
Inspector’s notes
The food facility had an insufficient number of hand washing sinks necessary for their convenient use or a number fewer than what is mandated by the Ohio plumbing code.
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 problemsnotedCode 4.2(K)Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
4.2(K) - Cleaning agents and sanitizers - availability
Inspector’s notes
Cleaning agents or chemical sanitizers that are used to clean and sanitize equipment and utensils were not provided or available for use during all hours of operation.
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 901:3-4-02(H)Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
901:3-4-02(H) - Display of License
Inspector’s notes
RFE License not displayed. Person in charge said they had just taken ownership a few months ago and only the license of the previous owner was available.
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 issuesnotedCode 6.1(I)(1)Facility maintenance
Official wording
6.1(I)(1) - Light bulbs - protective shielding
Inspector’s notes
Light bulbs were not shielded or shatter-resistant in required areas. Lights above 3-compartment sink not shielded.
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 issuesnotedCode 3.2(R)(1)(3-9)Other
Official wording
3.2(R)(1)(3-9) - Food storage - Excluded Locations
Inspector’s notes
Food is stored in an unapproved location. Cases of water stored under plumbing of 3-compartment sink. All food items shall be stored 6 inches off the floor in a clean and dry place, not exposed to any moisture or contamination.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 4.0(I)Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
4.0(I) - Nonfood-Contact Surfaces - Materials
Inspector’s notes
The nonfood contact surface is no longer corrosion -resistant, nonabsorbent and/or smooth. Racks in coolers and shelving rusty.
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 problemsOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Aug 25, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Jul 2, 2026
Approved - Minor Violations
3 recorded violations
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 shell eggs stored above ready to eat items in the reach in cooler.
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(A)Facility maintenance
Official wording
6.4(A) - Repairing
Inspector’s notes
The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair. Observed damaged flooring and floor tiles throughout the facility. Repair the flooring. Ensure a smooth surface for effective sweeping and mopping.
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 issuesnotedCode 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. Observed reach in coolers with TCS food items within and no thermometers available to monitor ambient air temperature.
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 temperatureOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jul 2, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Apr 1, 2025
Approved - Minor Violations
1 recorded violation
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. No thermometer in milk cooler. Provide thermometer for daily temp. check.
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 temperatureOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Apr 1, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Oct 18, 2024
Approved - No Violations
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Oct 18, 2024 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Nov 27, 2023
CLOS-NO - No Violations Found
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Nov 27, 2023 · Original Source