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ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Jul 13, 2026
Approved - Minor Violations
6 recorded violations
notedCode 3.4(G)(1)Food temperature
Official wording
3.4(G)(1) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Ready-to-eat, TCS - date marking
Inspector’s notes
Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, TCS food that is prepared in the food facility and held refrigerated for more than 24 hours is not properly date marked.
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.
The license holder did not notify customers of the presence of major allergens as an ingredient in unpackaged food items served or sold to the customer.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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. Expired Berry crumble individual desserts--Discarded
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.
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 coleslaw, breaded fish, shrimp etc held at >55 degrees F--Discarded. Discontinue using 4 drawer cooler on food line, single door True cooler along wall and small cooler in Servery until temperatures are maintained at 40 degrees F or below
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.
4.4(A)(2) - Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment
Inspector’s notes
Equipment components were not intact, tight or properly adjusted. Observed 4 drawer cooler on food line, single unit True cooler on back wall and small cooler in Servery holding temperatures above 50 degrees F--Discontinue using until temperatures are maintained at 40 degrees F or below
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, Jul 13, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Nov 5, 2025
Approved - Minor Violations
3 recorded violations
notedCode 5.1(O)(2)Handwashing
Official wording
5.1(O)(2) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Using a handwashing sink - Operation and Maintenance
Inspector’s notes
Handwashing facility is being used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed ice etc. in hand sinks--hand sinks are to be used for handwashing only washing only--Designate purpose of sink with signage
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.
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. Colkeslaw held at 48 degrees F. When using an Ice Bath, assure container of food is submerged into ice up to product line verses simply atop ice
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.
4.4(P) - Warewashing equipment: Determining Chemical Sanitizer Concentration
Inspector’s notes
Sanitizer concentration is not being monitored. No chlorine dispensed at final rinse of dish machine
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.
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. Expired marinade, 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.
3.4(F)(1)(a) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Time/Temperature Controlled for Safety Food - Hot Holding
Inspector’s notes
TCS foods were being hot held at temperatures <135° F . Cheese sauce held at 88 degrees F in warming unit. Reheated to 165 degrees F. Raw chicken, shrimp etc. in 4 drawer cooler held at 49 degrees F--Moved to separate cooler. When using an Ice bath assure containers of food are submerged into ice up to product ine verses simply atop ice
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
4.5(B)(1)(e) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Equipment Food Contact Surfaces and Utensils – Cleaning Frequency
Inspector’s notes
Food-contact surfaces or utensils not cleaned when they were contaminated. Observed mold on Ice Machine shield
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.
There is no test kit available for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer. No chlorine test strips to check dish machines
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)(2) - Floor and wall junctures - coved, and enclosed or sealed
Inspector’s notes
Where water flush cleaning used, the floors were not drained, not graded to drain, or the floor/wall junctures were not coved and sealed.
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.
4.1(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.
4.4(A)(2) - Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment
Inspector’s notes
Equipment components were not intact, tight or properly adjusted. 4 Drawer cooler holding temperatures above 46 degrees F--discontinue using until temperatures are maintained at 40 degrees F or below
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, Aug 25, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Jan 24, 2025
Approved - Minor Violations
11 recorded violations
notedCode 4.5(A)(1)Contamination
Official wording
4.5(A)(1) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Equipment cleanliness
Inspector’s notes
Food-contact surfaces were dirty. Wash and sanitize can opener blade after each use
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.
There is no test kit available for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer.
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.
Working containers of poisonous/toxic materials are not labeled. ID label chemical spray bottles
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.
6.2(C) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Facilities
Inspector’s notes
Handwashing lavatory had no, unapproved, or inoperable hand drying provision.
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.
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. Expired milk, expired sauce--Discarded
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.
4.5(B)(1)(e) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Cleaning frequency
Inspector’s notes
Food-contact surfaces or utensils not cleaned when they were contaminated. Soiled Ice Machine shield--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.
Sanitizer concentration is not being monitored. No Chlorine dispensed at final rinse of dish machine. May use three comp sink to wash, rinse and sanitize dishes until repaired. Thoroughly wash and sanitize three comp sink prior to using
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.
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.
The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Dust build up on light shields and ceiling tiles--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.
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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jan 24, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Aug 12, 2024
Approved - Minor Violations
16 recorded violations
notedCode 4.5(B)(1)(e)Contamination
Official wording
4.5(B)(1)(e) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Cleaning frequency
Inspector’s notes
Food-contact surfaces or utensils not cleaned when they were contaminated. Observed mold on Ice Machine shield. Drain clean and sanitize
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.
6.1(C)(2) - Facilities: Floor and wall junctures - coved, and enclosed or sealed
Inspector’s notes
Where water flush cleaning used, the floors were not drained, not graded to drain, or the floor/wall junctures were not coved and sealed. (Dish 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.
Working containers of poisonous/toxic materials are not labeled. ID label all chemical spray bottles
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.
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 and prepared TCS foods held > 24 hours have a DISCARD DATE. Best practice is to document both open/prep and use by dates on each item
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.
3.4(F)(1)(b) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - TCS - hot and cold holding
Inspector’s notes
TCS foods were being held at temperatures >41° F. Foods in fish and sauté cooler held above 50 degrees F--moved to separate cooler. Maintain cold TCS Foods at 41 degrees F or below. When using an Ice Bath PIC to assure containers of food are submerged into ice up to product line verses simply atop ice
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.
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.
6.2(B) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Facilities
Inspector’s notes
Each handwashing lavatory did not have a supply of hand cleanser.
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.
4.5(A)(1) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Equipment cleanliness
Inspector’s notes
Food-contact surfaces were dirty. Wash and sanitize can opener blade after each use
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(A)(2)(3) - Equipment, food-contact surfaces, nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils
Inspector’s notes
Non-food contact surfaces are dirty. Interior of oven is 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.
Sanitizer concentration is not being monitored. No chlorine dispensed at final rinse of dish machine. May use three comp sink to wash rinse and sanitize
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.
The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Observed dust build up on ceiling around vents--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.
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.
"3717-1-04.1(KK) - Violation - Food Equipment-Certification and Classification Equipment is not approved by a recognized testing agency or authority."
Inspector’s notes
"Food Equipment-Certification and Classification
Equipment is not approved by a recognized testing agency or authority. Non-commercial refrigerator (Frigidaire)"
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.
"3717-1-04.4(A)(1) - Violation - Equipment-good repair and proper adjustment. Equipment and/or components were not maintained in good working order."
Inspector’s notes
"Equipment-good repair and proper adjustment.
Equipment and/or components were not maintained in good working order. Under grill drawer coolers holding temperatures at 50 degrees F --Discontinue using coolers until temperatures are maintained at 40 degrees F or below"
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.
"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.
"3717-1-04.4(J) - Violation - Mechanical warewashing-wash temperature. The wash solution temperature in a spray type warewasher was insufficient."
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION: Mechanical warewashing-wash temperature.
The wash solution temperature in a spray type warewasher was insufficient.
CORRECTIVE ACTION: Dish machine wash temperature must be 150, Final rinse must reach 180 degrees F"
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.
"3717-1-03.4(H)(1) - Violation - RTE TCS food, date marking disposition 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."
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION: RTE TCS food, date marking disposition
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. Expired Sauted onions (11/18) Expired cheese sauce (12/2) Discarded
CORRECTIVE ACTION: 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.
"3717-1-07.0(B) - Violation - Poisonous/toxic material-working containers Working containers of poisonous/toxic materials are not labeled."
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION: Poisonous/toxic material-working containers
Working containers of poisonous/toxic materials are not labeled.
CORRECTIVE ACTION: ID label all chemical spray bottles"
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.
"3717-1-05.1(O)(2) - Violation - Using handwashing facility-Other purposes Handwashing facility is being used for purposes other than handwashing. "
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION: Using handwashing facility-Other purposes
Handwashing facility is being used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed strainer, knives and spatulas in three different hand sinks
CORRECTIVE ACTION: Hand sinks to be used for hand washing only"
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.
"3717-1-03.4(F)(1)(b) - Violation - TCS-cold holding TCS foods were being held at temperatures >41° F."
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION: TCS-cold holding
TCS foods were being held at temperatures >41° F. Diced tomatoes, chicken fish etc in drawer cooler temped at 47-53 degrees F--Moved to working cooler
CORRECTIVE ACTION: Maintain cold TCS foods at 41 degrees F or below"
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.
notedCode 3717-1-03.4(G)(4)Food source and labeling
Official wording
"3717-1-03.4(G)(4) - Violation - RTE TCS, date marking Date marking was not done in a consistent manner according to the code."
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION: RTE TCS, date marking
Date marking was not done in a consistent manner according to the code.
CORRECTIVE ACTION: PIC to assure all open processed foods (i.e Deli meats etc) and prepared TCS Foods (i.e cooked chicken, Goetta, cheese sauce etc) held > 24 hours have a DISCARD DATE. Best practice is to document both open/prep and use by dates on each item"
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.
"3717-1-03.2(D) - Violation - Food Storage containers-common name ID Working containers of food are not properly labeled."
Inspector’s notes
"Food Storage containers-common name ID
Working containers of food are not properly labeled. ID label Bulk containers"
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.
"3717-1-03.4(K)(3) - Violation - Reduced oxygen packaging (ROP)-fish packaging A food facility is packaging fresh, slacked, or thawed fish using a reduced oxygen packaging method."
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION: Reduced oxygen packaging (ROP)-fish packaging
A food facility is packaging fresh, slacked, or thawed fish using a reduced oxygen packaging method.
CORRECTIVE ACTION: PRIOR To thawing frozen ROP fish, either poke hole in cryovac wrapping or remove from wrapping completely"
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.
"3717-1-04.1(Y) - Violation - Temperature Measuring Devices Temperature measuring devices are missing, not correctly placed, not readable, or of improper design."
Inspector’s notes
"Temperature Measuring Devices
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.
notedCode 3717-1-06.4(B)(1)Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
"3717-1-06.4(B)(1) - Violation - Facilities: Cleaning: Frequency The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean."
Inspector’s notes
"Facilities: Cleaning: Frequency
The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Clean FRP board around dish machine shelving"
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.
"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.