COMPLAINT - COMPLAINT
Jun 2, 2026
Approved - No Violations
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jun 2, 2026 · Original Source
Cincinnati, OH
Pleasant Ridge Shell
5567 Montgomery Rd
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9 inspectionsROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Jun 2, 2026
Approved - Violations Abated
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jun 2, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
May 12, 2026
Not In Compliance
3 recorded violations
notedCode 5.1(S)(2)Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
5.1(S)(2) - Plumbing System- Maintained in Good Repair
Inspector’s notes
Plumbing system is not maintained in good repair. 3-comp sink is not in good repair. Following up to see repairs made.
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsnotedCode 4.5(A)(1)Contamination
Official wording
4.5(A)(1) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils: Clean to Sight and Touch
Inspector’s notes
Food-contact surfaces were not clean to the sight and touch. Observed heavy buildup within ice machine. Had person in charge discontinue use of machine and turn off.
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. Physical facilities have not been repaired yet. Leaking roof and ceiling tiles need fixed and 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.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, May 12, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Apr 28, 2026
Not In Compliance
12 recorded violations
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.
In plain English
Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
More about chemicals stored or used unsafelynotedCode 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. Purchase chlorine test strips asap.
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(I)Other
Official wording
6.4(I) - Closing Toilet Room Doors
Inspector’s notes
Toilet room doors are not being kept closed during normal business times.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 5.4(N)(2)Other
Official wording
5.4(N)(2) - Covering Receptacles
Inspector’s notes
Outdoor refuse/recyclables/returnables receptacles are not covered with tight fitting lids or doors.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 6.1(L)Other
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6.1(L) - Toilet rooms - enclosed
Inspector’s notes
A toilet room wasn't completely enclosed or lacks a self-closing door. Toilet room lacks self closing door.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 4.5(A)(1)Contamination
Official wording
4.5(A)(1) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils: Clean to Sight and Touch
Inspector’s notes
Food-contact surfaces were not clean to the sight and touch. Observed heavy buildup within ice machine. Discontinue use of ice until machine is cleaned. Following up to see cleanliness.
In plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
More about food not protected from contaminationnotedCode 3.2(K)Equipment and utensils
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3.2(K) - In-use utensils - between-use storage
Inspector’s notes
In-use utensils are improperly stored. Ice scoop stored directly in ice. Store in a clean dry location.
In plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuesnotedCode 5.1(S)(2)Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
5.1(S)(2) - Plumbing System- Maintained in Good Repair
Inspector’s notes
Plumbing system is not maintained in good repair. Faucet at 3-comp sink is leaking majorly. Repair faucet with certified plumber ASAP.
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsnotedCode 2.4(C)(12)Permits, training, and postings
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2.4(C)(12) - IV. Demonstration of Knowledge - Person in charge - duties
Inspector’s notes
The person in charge is not ensuring that employees are properly sanitizing equipment or utensils. Person in charge was not knowledgeable about properly sanitizing equipment. Spoke with person in charge about using chlorine and testing.
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 6.2(C)Handwashing
Official wording
6.2(C) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Handwashing Sinks - Hand Drying Provision
Inspector’s notes
Handwashing lavatory had no, unapproved, or inoperable hand drying provision. Observed no paper towels at hand sink in employee bathroom.
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 6.4(A)Facility maintenance
Official wording
6.4(A) - Repairing
Inspector’s notes
The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair. Observed water leaking from ceiling in back area by 3-comp sink. Repair roof and leak ASAP. Following up to see repairs.
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 5.4(B)Other
Official wording
5.4(B) - Outdoor Storage Surface
Inspector’s notes
Outdoor refuse storage surface is not suitably constructed or sloped to drain. Dumpster not stored on a non-absorbent material and is not sloped to drain water.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Apr 28, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Nov 10, 2025
Approved - Minor Violations
1 recorded violation
notedCode 6.4(A)Facility maintenance
Official wording
6.4(A) - Repairing
Inspector’s notes
The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair. Moldy, and damaged ceiling tiles throughout the premises. Moldy, and damaged ceiling tiles shall be 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.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Nov 10, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Nov 3, 2025
Not In Compliance
3 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.dammagedceling tiles. Moldy, and damaged ceiling tiles throughout the premises. Moldy, and damaged ceiling tiles shall be 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.
More about building upkeep issuesnotedCode 4.5(B)(4)(b)Contamination
Official wording
4.5(B)(4)(b) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Equipment Food Contact Surfaces and Utensils – Cleaning Frequency
Inspector’s notes
Utensils or equipment are not cleaned at the proper frequency or the frequency is not documented. Ice machine is dirty moldy. Discard the ice, clean, and sanitizer the ice machine before reuse.
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 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.
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 issuesOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Nov 3, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Dec 23, 2024
Approved - Violations Abated
4 recorded violations
notedCode 4.5(J)(1)Other
Official wording
4.5(J)(1) - Rinsing procedures
Inspector’s notes
Utensils and/or equipment were not properly rinsed.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 4.4(D)Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
4.4(D) - Warewashing equipment
Inspector’s notes
Warewashing equipment and/or components were not cleaned throughout the day or before use.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 4.2(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 problemsnotedCode 4.4(F)(2)Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
4.4(F)(2) - Warewashing sinks
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 problemsOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Dec 23, 2024 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Nov 26, 2024
Not In Compliance
2 recorded violations
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 problemsnotedCode 4.4(D)Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
4.4(D) - Warewashing equipment
Inspector’s notes
Warewashing equipment and/or components were not cleaned throughout the day or before use.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Nov 26, 2024 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Nov 22, 2024
Not In Compliance
8 recorded violations
notedCode 6.4(H)Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
6.4(H) - Facilities: Cleaning of plumbing fixtures
Inspector’s notes
Plumbing fixtures are being kept clean and maintained.
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsnotedCode 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 problemsnotedCode 6.1(H)Facility maintenance
Official wording
6.1(H) - Facilities: Walls and ceilings - studs, joists, and rafters
Inspector’s notes
Studs, joists, and rafters were exposed in areas subject to moisture.
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 4.8(E)(2)(a)(b)Equipment and utensils
Official wording
4.8(E)(2)(a)(b) - Equipment, utensils, linens, single-service articles, and single-use articles - storage
Inspector’s notes
Clean equipment and utensils were not properly stored.
In plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuesnotedCode 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. Ice machine is dirty soiled. Discard the ice, clean an sanitize the ice machine before re 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 contaminationnotedCode 3.2(C)(3)Contamination
Official wording
3.2(C)(3) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Cleaning Frequency of Equipment and Utensils
Inspector’s notes
Improper frequency of cleaning and sanitizing equipment and utensils.
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 6.1(I)(1)Facility maintenance
Official wording
6.1(I)(1) - Facilities: Light bulbs - protective shielding
Inspector’s notes
Light bulbs were not shielded or shatter-resistant in required areas.
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 6.3(D)Other
Official wording
6.3(D) - Facilities: Distressed merchandise: Location
Inspector’s notes
Products that are held by the license holder for credit, redemption, or return to the distributor, such as damaged, spoiled, or recalled products, were not segregated and not held in designated areas that are separated from food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Nov 22, 2024 · Original Source