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Nicholson's Tavern & Pub

625 Walnut St

Last inspected Jul 13, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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7 inspections

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.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
notedCode 3.5(D)(6)Other

Official wording

3.5(D)(6) - Other Forms of Information

Inspector’s notes

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.

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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. 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.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
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 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.

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. 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.

More about equipment or utensil issues
notedCode 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. Discontinue storing scoop in sugar

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, 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.

More about handwashing problems
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. 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.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
notedCode 4.4(P)Chemicals

Official wording

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.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Nov 5, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Nov 5, 2025

Approved - Violations Abated

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Nov 5, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Aug 25, 2025

Not In Compliance

12 recorded violations

notedCode 6.1(M)Other

Official wording

6.1(M) - Outer Openings - Protected

Inspector’s notes

Outer openings of a food facility were not protected against the entry of insects and rodents. Discontinue propping entry doors open

In plain English

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

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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. 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.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
notedCode 3.4(F)(1)(a)Food temperature

Official wording

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.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
notedCode 3.5(E)Food source and labeling

Official wording

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.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems
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.

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(B)(1)(e)Contamination

Official wording

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.

More about food not protected from contamination
notedCode 4.2(J)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

4.2(J) - Sanitizing solutions - Testing Devices

Inspector’s notes

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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 6.1(C)(2)Facility maintenance

Official wording

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.

More about building upkeep issues
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. 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.

More about equipment or utensil issues
notedCode 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. Discontinue storing scoop in sugar

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 4.4(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 finding

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.

More about food not protected from contamination
notedCode 4.2(I)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

4.2(I) - Sanitizing solutions

Inspector’s notes

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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 7.0(B)Chemicals

Official wording

7.0(B) - X. Chemical - Poisonous/toxic material

Inspector’s notes

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.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely
notedCode 6.2(C)Handwashing

Official wording

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.

More about handwashing 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. 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.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
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. 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.

More about food not protected from contamination
notedCode 4.4(P)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

4.4(P) - Warewashing equipment

Inspector’s notes

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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 3.2(M)(2)(a)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

3.2(M)(2)(a) - Wiping cloths

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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 6.4(B)(1)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

6.4(B)(1) - Facilities: Cleaning: Frequency

Inspector’s notes

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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 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 finding
notedCode 5.4(P)Facility maintenance

Official wording

5.4(P) - Refuse/recyclables/returnables

Inspector’s notes

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.

More about building upkeep issues

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.

More about food not protected from contamination
notedCode 4.1(KK)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

4.1(KK) - Food Equipment

Inspector’s notes

Equipment is not approved by a recognized testing agency or authority. Non commercial refrigerator holding temperatures near 50 degrees F.

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 6.1(C)(2)Facility maintenance

Official wording

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.

More about building upkeep issues
notedCode 6.1(M)(3)Other

Official wording

6.1(M)(3) - Facilities

Inspector’s notes

Windows or doors were not protected against insects and rodents. Discontinue propping entry doors open

In plain English

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

More about other finding
notedCode 7.0(B)Chemicals

Official wording

7.0(B) - X. Chemical - Poisonous/toxic material

Inspector’s notes

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.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely
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 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.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
notedCode 3.4(F)(1)(b)Food temperature

Official wording

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.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
notedCode 4.1(Y)Food temperature

Official wording

4.1(Y) - Temperature Measuring Devices

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(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 finding
notedCode 6.2(B)Handwashing

Official wording

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.

More about handwashing problems
notedCode 4.4(A)(1)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

4.4(A)(1) - Equipment

Inspector’s notes

Equipment and/or components were not maintained in good working order. Replace cracked damaged lids

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 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.

More about food not protected from contamination
notedCode 4.5(A)(2)(3)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 4.4(P)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

4.4(P) - Warewashing equipment

Inspector’s notes

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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 6.4(B)(1)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

6.4(B)(1) - Facilities: Cleaning: Frequency

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--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 5.4(P)Facility maintenance

Official wording

5.4(P) - Refuse/recyclables/returnables

Inspector’s notes

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.

More about building upkeep issues

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Aug 12, 2024 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Dec 6, 2023

Not Abated

15 recorded violations

notedCode 3717-1-03.2(K)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

"3717-1-03.2(K) - Violation - In-use utensils-between-use storage In-use utensils are improperly stored."

Inspector’s notes

"In-use utensils-between-use storage In-use utensils are improperly stored. Discontinue storing In-use knives between coolers"

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 3717-1-04.1(KK)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

"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.

More about equipment or utensil issues
notedCode 3717-1-04.4(A)(1)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

"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.

More about equipment or utensil issues
notedCode 3717-1-04.4(B)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

"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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 3717-1-04.4(J)Food temperature

Official wording

"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.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
notedCode 3717-1-03.4(H)(1)Food temperature

Official wording

"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.

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notedCode 3717-1-07.0(B)Chemicals

Official wording

"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.

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notedCode 3717-1-05.1(O)(2)Handwashing

Official wording

"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.

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notedCode 3717-1-03.4(F)(1)(b)Food temperature

Official wording

"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.

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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.

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notedCode 3717-1-03.2(D)Food source and labeling

Official wording

"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.

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notedCode 3717-1-03.4(K)(3)Food temperature

Official wording

"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.

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notedCode 3717-1-04.1(Y)Food temperature

Official wording

"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.

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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.

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notedCode 3717-1-04.5(A)(1)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

"3717-1-04.5(A)(1)(2) - Violation - Equipment cleanliness-food contact Food-contact surfaces were dirty."

Inspector’s notes

"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.

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Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Dec 6, 2023 · Original Source

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