ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Apr 17, 2026
3 recorded violations
Official wording
6.2(I)(2) - Lighting - intensity
Inspector’s notes
The light intensity was <20 foot candles at buffet, sales area, in other refrigerator, or at 30 inches above the floor in warewashing, other storage, or toilet rooms. The lighting at the bar is insufficient. Increase the bar lighting.
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.
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6.4(D)(2) - Cleaning Ventilation Systems- Nuisance and Discharge
Inspector’s notes
Ventilation systems create a public health hazard or nuisance or unlawful discharge when vented outside. Observed dust build up on the ceiling HVAC grate. Clean the grate, ensure that the filter is functioning properly.
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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6.2(E) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Handwashing Signage
Inspector’s notes
A handwashing sign was not posted at all handwashing lavatories. Observed a hand sink without hand washing signage. Ensure that hand sinks are stocked with required amenities.
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 problemsOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Apr 17, 2026 · Original Source