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The full inspection history
6 inspections
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Aug 7, 2025
Approved - Minor Violations
4 recorded violations
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.
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. Observed no disclosure on menu for undercooked burgers. Facility said burgers would be fully cooked until proper disclosure could be provided. +COS
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.
The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Observed build up on shelves in bar and under shelves.
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.
notedCode 3701-21-02(I)Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
3701-21-02(I) - Display of License
Inspector’s notes
FSO license not displayed onsite. Current license not observed 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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Feb 20, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Sep 26, 2024
Approved - Minor Violations
4 recorded violations
notedCode 3.2(N)(4)Other
Official wording
3.2(N)(4) - Gloves
Inspector’s notes
The use of latex gloves is not permitted in food service operations and retail food establishments. Types of non-latex gloves that are permitted for use in food service operations and retail food establishments include but are not limited to nitrile, polyethylene, and vinyl. PIC substituted latex gloves with nitrile ones. COS
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
6.2(B) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Facilities
Inspector’s notes
Each handwashing lavatory did not have a supply of hand cleanser. No hand soap observed by bar handwashing sink or in restroom. Bar handwashing sink got soap supplied to it. Restroom was temporarily closed until soap can be provided (other restrooms are available). COS
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.
A improper indirect connection exists between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food, portable equipment, or utensils are placed. Observed no air gap for food prep sink in kitchen. PIC said that prep sink could be air gapped and verification sent to inspector within 30 days.
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.
5.1(B)(1) - Approved system and cleanable fixtures
Inspector’s notes
Plumbing system is not designed, constructed, and installed according to the Ohio building code. Observed y-splitter on mop sink faucet that has backflow preventer not designed to have continuous back pressure.
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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Sep 26, 2024 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Mar 14, 2024
Abated
2 recorded violations
notedCode 3717-1-05.3(C)Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
"3717-1-05.3(C) - Violation - Drainage system-prohibited direct connections A direct connection exists between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food, portable equipment, or utensils are placed."
Inspector’s notes
"Violation has been abated"
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.
"3717-1-04.4(N) - Violation - Warewashing Equipment-Chemical Sanitization A chemical sanitizer was unregistered, improperly used, or improperly produced."
Inspector’s notes
"Violation has been abated"
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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Mar 14, 2024 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Feb 16, 2024
Abated On-Site
3 recorded violations
notedCode 3717-1-04.4(N)Chemicals
Official wording
"3717-1-04.4(N) - Violation - Warewashing Equipment-Chemical Sanitization A chemical sanitizer was unregistered, improperly used, or improperly produced."
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION: Observed no chlorine in dishwasher rinse. Observed inadequate sanitizer from dispenser.
CORRECTIVE ACTION: PIC called service company to adjust."
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.
notedCode 3717-1-02.4(A)(2)Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
"3717-1-02.4(A)(2) - Violation - PIC-Level 2 Certification No manager has level 2 certification in food protection."
Inspector’s notes
"Observed no manager certified in food protection (Ohio)."
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.
notedCode 3717-1-05.3(C)Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
"3717-1-05.3(C) - Violation - Drainage system-prohibited direct connections A direct connection exists between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food, portable equipment, or utensils are placed."
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION: Observed no air gap for bar ice bin (downstairs).
CORRECTIVE ACTION: Ice bin was air gapped."
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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Feb 16, 2024 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Sep 29, 2023
Abated On-Site
6 recorded violations
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: Observed bar handwashing sink that had strainer in it.
CORRECTIVE ACTION: Strainer was removed and sink was supplied."
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.
"3717-1-06.4(A) - Violation - Facilities: Maintenance: Good repair The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair."
Inspector’s notes
"Observed drip from walk-in-cooler ceiling."
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.
notedCode 3717-1-05.3(C)Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
"3717-1-05.3(C) - Violation - Drainage system-prohibited direct connections A direct connection exists between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food, portable equipment, or utensils are placed."
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION: Drainage system prevention
Observed no indirect connection (air gap) for drains originating from ice bins and culinary sink.
CORRECTIVE ACTION: A proper air gap is needed for culinary sink and ice bins per Ohio Plumbing code."
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.
"3717-1-04.4(N) - Violation - Warewashing Equipment-Chemical Sanitization A chemical sanitizer was unregistered, improperly used, or improperly produced."
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION: Observed no chlorine residual in dishwasher rinse.
Observed no quaternary ammonia in dispensed sanitizer.
CORRECTIVE ACTION: Ensure that proper chlorine residual is provided.
Kitchen employee manually added quaternary ammonia to solution.
PIC said that more sanitizer would be obtained as soon as inspection concluded."
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.
"3717-1-06.1(M)(3) - Violation - Facilities-windows, doors protected Windows or doors were not protected against insects and rodents."
Inspector’s notes
"Observed open door to kitchen with no protection against the entrance of insects or rodents."
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
"3717-1-07.0(B) - Violation - Poisonous/toxic material-working containers Working containers of poisonous/toxic materials are not labeled."
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION: Observed working containers of chemicals that were unlabeled (two spray bottles).
CORRECTIVE ACTION: Bottles were poured out."
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.