ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Sep 8, 2026
Approved - Violations Abated
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Sep 8, 2026 · Original Source
Approved - Violations Abated
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7 inspectionsROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Aug 26, 2026
Not In Compliance
7 recorded violations
notedCode 2.4(C)(18)Employee health and hygiene
Official wording
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. Information provided
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 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 several items stored in top section of sandwich block cooler holding temperature between 55 and 68 degrees F--Caesar dressing discarded, other items moved to separate cooler. 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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperaturenotedCode 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 top section of sandwich block cooler holding temperatures above 60 degrees F--Discontinue using until temperatures are maintained at 40 degrees F. (Power switch off. Power turned on--monitor)
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 4.8(I)(1)Other
Official wording
4.8(I)(1) - Preset Tableware
Inspector’s notes
Preset tableware was not protected from contamination by being wrapped, covered, or inverted.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 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 cup/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 issuesnotedCode 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. Observed open salami, mixed vegetable salad, etc with no DISCARD DATE . 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 temperaturenotedCode 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. Correlate undercooked foods on menu to consumer advisory (Caesar dressing & Bucatini)
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 problemsOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Aug 26, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Dec 11, 2025
Approved - Minor Violations
6 recorded violations
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 cup 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 issuesnotedCode 3.2(Q)Contamination
Official wording
3.2(Q) - Food Storage: Preventing Contamination from the Premises
Inspector’s notes
Food items are not protected from contamination during storage. Discontinue storing wine and other foods atop broken shelf under food prep table. Repair shelf to six inches off floor
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(D)Other
Official wording
3.2(D) - Food Storage Containers - Identified with Common Name of Food
Inspector’s notes
Working containers of food are not properly labeled. ID label all Bulk food containers (Sugar)
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 7.0(B)Chemicals
Official wording
7.0(B) - X. Chemical - Working Containers - Common Name
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 unsafelynotedCode 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. PIC to assure all prepared TCS foods (I.e. meatballs, cut vegetables, cooked vegetables, potatoes 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 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 4.8(I)(1)Other
Official wording
4.8(I)(1) - Preset Tableware
Inspector’s notes
Preset tableware was not protected from contamination by being wrapped, covered, or inverted.
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, Dec 11, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Aug 14, 2025
Approved - Minor Violations
17 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 chicken and salmon stored above open cheeses--store all raw TCS Foods under RTF
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 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 at 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 unsafelynotedCode 3.2(Q)Contamination
Official wording
3.2(Q) - Food Storage: Preventing Contamination from the Premises
Inspector’s notes
Food items are not protected from contamination during storage. Discontinue storing food on broken shelving in kitchen area--all items must be six inches off floor
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 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. Broken shelf beneath prep table --repair/replace or discontinue storing foods on shelf. Shelving must be six inches off floor
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 3701-21-22Other
Official wording
3701-21-22 - Food Choking Standards
Inspector’s notes
Facility did not have accessible instructions for removing food of a choking victim accessible to the public as well as food employees.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 4.8(I)(1)Other
Official wording
4.8(I)(1) - Preset Tableware
Inspector’s notes
Preset tableware was not protected from contamination by being wrapped, covered, or inverted.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 5.4(F)(1)Other
Official wording
5.4(F)(1) - Outdoor Receptacles
Inspector’s notes
Outdoor refuse containers do not have tight fitting lids, doors, or covers. Replace missing covers
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 2.3(A)Contamination
Official wording
2.3(A) - II. Good Hygienic Practices - Food Contamination Prevention - Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco Products
Inspector’s notes
Employees were eating, drinking or using tobacco in non-designated areas.
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 3.4(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. Observed cooked TCS foods given a shelf life of 9 days. 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. Most foods are not to exceed 6 days after prep or opening
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 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. Correlate raw and under cooked foods to consumer advisory on menu
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 4.2(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. (Chlorine test strips)
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(B)Other
Official wording
4.4(B) - Cutting surfaces.
Inspector’s notes
Cutting surface(s) unable to be effectively cleaned and sanitized. Re-caulk along edges of hand sink at prep line area
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 4.3(B)(1)Equipment and utensils
Official wording
4.3(B)(1) - Fixed equipment installation - Spacing or Sealing
Inspector’s notes
Fixed equipment was not properly installed.
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 5.4(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 3.2(D)Other
Official wording
3.2(D) - Food Storage Containers - Identified with Common Name of Food
Inspector’s notes
Working containers of food are not properly labeled.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 7.0(B)Chemicals
Official wording
7.0(B) - X. Chemical - Working Containers - Common Name
Inspector’s notes
Working containers of poisonous/toxic materials are not labeled.
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 2.4(C)(18)Employee health and hygiene
Official wording
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 issuesOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Aug 14, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Feb 6, 2025
Approved - Minor Violations
4 recorded violations
notedCode 5.1(S)(2)Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
5.1(S)(2) - Plumbing system
Inspector’s notes
Plumbing system is not maintained in good repair.
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 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 unsafelynotedCode 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. Expired pasta
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 4.8(I)(1)Other
Official wording
4.8(I)(1) - Preset Tableware
Inspector’s notes
Preset tableware was not protected from contamination by being wrapped, covered, or inverted.
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, Feb 6, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Jan 4, 2025
Approved - Minor Violations
7 recorded violations
notedCode 3.2(D)Other
Official wording
3.2(D) - Food Storage containers
Inspector’s notes
Working containers of food are not properly labeled.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 5.1(S)(2)Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
5.1(S)(2) - Plumbing system
Inspector’s notes
Plumbing system is not maintained in good repair. Faucet at three compartment sink is dripping--Repair
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 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 unsafelynotedCode 5.4(N)(2)Facility maintenance
Official wording
5.4(N)(2) - Refuse/recyclables/returnables
Inspector’s notes
Outdoor refuse/recyclables/returnables receptacles are not covered with tight fitting lids or doors.
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 3.4(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 Orecchiette and Chicken Stock (12/28)-- 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 temperaturenotedCode 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, unable to prime sanitizer. Discontinue using dish machine until repaired. May use three compartment sink to Wash, Rinse, Sanitize and Air Dry
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 4.3(B)(1)Equipment and utensils
Official wording
4.3(B)(1) - Fixed equipment installation
Inspector’s notes
Fixed equipment was not properly installed. Re-caulk hand sink (dish room) to wall to enable a tight seal
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 issuesOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jan 4, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Jan 1, 2024
Not Abated
5 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
"utensils during use must be stored in a maner that it does not get contaminated"
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 3717-1-03.2(M)(2)(a)Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
"3717-1-03.2(M)(2)(a) - Violation - Wiping cloths-use limitation Wet wiping cloth was not maintained in a sanitizer solution between uses."
Inspector’s notes
"wet wiping cloths must be in sanitizing solution in 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 problemsnotedCode 3717-1-03.4(G)(1)Food source and labeling
Official wording
"3717-1-03.4(G)(1) - Violation - RTE TCS, date marking, food prepared in facility 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."
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION: date marking not consistent; many with the prep date while some others with missing dates CORRECTIVE ACTION: date mark all tcs foods as per code with the use by date on the product container."
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 3717-1-03.2(Q)Contamination
Official wording
"3717-1-03.2(Q) - Violation - Food Storage-preventing contamination form the premises Food items are not protected from contamination during storage."
Inspector’s notes
"store dry bulk food items away from contamination and 6 inches off the floor"
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 3717-1-04.3(C)(1)Equipment and utensils
Official wording
"3717-1-04.3(C)(1) - Violation - Floor mounted equipment installation-spacing or sealing. Floor mounted equipment is not properly installed."
Inspector’s notes
"caulk along all cracks and crevices where needed"
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 issuesOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jan 1, 2024 · Original Source