Cincinnati, OH

Speedway #9574

Name: Speedway #9574
Address: 2857 River Rd, Cincinnati, OH

2857 River Rd

Last inspected May 28, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Approved - Minor Violations

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More issues recentlyThe latest inspection recorded more violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.

The full inspection history

8 inspections

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

May 28, 2026

Approved - Minor Violations

3 recorded violations

notedCode 4.5(D)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

4.5(D) - Nonfood-contact surfaces - cleaning frequency

Inspector’s notes

Nonfood-contact surfaces are not cleaned frequently enough. Observed build up in speedy coffee machine. Clean machine. Observed sticky build up on counter near slushee machine. Clean counters.

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(A)(2)Equipment and utensils

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4.4(A)(2) - Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment

Inspector’s notes

Equipment components were not intact, tight or properly adjusted. Observed condensation inside ice coffee machine. Assure equipment

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 5.4(N)(2)Other

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5.4(N)(2) - Covering Receptacles

Inspector’s notes

Outdoor refuse/recyclables/returnables receptacles are not covered with tight fitting lids or doors. Keep refuse receptacles' lids closed to minimize precense of pests.

In plain English

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

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Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, May 28, 2026 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Dec 3, 2025

Approved - Violations Abated

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Dec 3, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Nov 19, 2025

Not In Compliance

3 recorded violations

notedCode 6.4(K)Pests

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6.4(K) - Controlling Pests

Inspector’s notes

The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests is not being adequately controlled or minimized. Observed several flying insects within dishwashing area. Their presence must be adequately controlled or minimized.

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.

More about signs of rodents or insects

notedCode 6.4(B)(1)Cleaning and sanitizing

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6.4(B)(1) - Cleaning- Frequency and Restrictions

Inspector’s notes

The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. 1. Observed a buildup on the floor and pipes of the dishwashing area. It must be cleaned.

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(I)(1)Facility maintenance

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6.1(I)(1) - Light bulbs - protective shielding

Inspector’s notes

Light bulbs were not shielded or shatter-resistant in required areas. Observed lighting throughout facility without shatterproof light shielding. Light shielding must be provided for all lightbulbs.

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, Nov 19, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Nov 5, 2025

Not In Compliance

3 recorded violations

notedCode 6.4(K)Pests

Official wording

6.4(K) - Controlling Pests

Inspector’s notes

In plain English

More about signs of rodents or insects

notedCode 6.4(B)(1)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

6.4(B)(1) - Cleaning- Frequency and Restrictions

Inspector’s notes

The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. 1. Observed a buildup of dust on the ceiling near bathrooms. They must be cleaned. 2. Observed a buildup on the floor and pipes of the dishwashing area. They must be cleaned.

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(I)(1)Facility maintenance

Official wording

6.1(I)(1) - Light bulbs - protective shielding

Inspector’s notes

Light bulbs were not shielded or shatter-resistant in required areas. Observed lighting throughout facility without shatterproof light shielding. Light shielding must be provided for all lightbulbs.

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, Nov 5, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Apr 22, 2025

Approved - Minor Violations

3 recorded violations

notedCode 5.1(S)(2)Water, plumbing, and sewage

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5.1(S)(2) - Plumbing System- Maintained in Good Repair

Inspector’s notes

Plumbing system is not maintained in good repair. 1. Observed the handsink in mop room clogged. It must be fixed. 2. Observed the handsink in mop room dripping water. It must be fixed.

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 problems

notedCode 2.4(A)(3)Permits, training, and postings

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2.4(A)(3) - IV. Demonstration of Knowledge - Certified Manager

Inspector’s notes

No manager had Ohio manager certification in food protection.

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 issues

notedCode 2.4(A)(1)Permits, training, and postings

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2.4(A)(1) - IV. Demonstration of Knowledge - Assignment of Responsibility

Inspector’s notes

No person in charge present in the food facility.

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 issues

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Apr 22, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Apr 16, 2025

Not In Compliance

4 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. 1. Observed the handsink in mop room clogged. It must be fixed. 2. Observed the handsink in mop room dripping water. It must be fixed.

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 problems

notedCode 2.4(A)(3)Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

2.4(A)(3) - IV. Demonstration of Knowledge - Certified Manager

Inspector’s notes

No manager had Ohio manager certification in food protection.

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 issues

notedCode 2.4(A)(1)Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

2.4(A)(1) - IV. Demonstration of Knowledge - Assignment of Responsibility

Inspector’s notes

No person in charge present in the food facility.

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 issues

notedCode 6.4(B)(1)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

6.4(B)(1) - Cleaning- Frequency and Restrictions

Inspector’s notes

The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. 1. Observed a buildup under the equipment in kitchen and the coolers outside of the kitchen. It must be cleaned. 2. Observed a buildup within the cabinet under kitchen sink. It must be cleaned.

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

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Apr 16, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Sep 17, 2024

Approved - Minor Violations

3 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. 1. Observed a leak at the hand sink in kitchen. It must be repaired. 2. Observed leak at sanitizer hose at 3-compartment sink. It must be repaired. 3. Observed a leak under the soda fountain. It must be repaired.

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 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 a buildup of grease on the kitchen walls. They must be cleaned more frequently.

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 4.5(D)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

4.5(D) - Nonfood-contact surfaces - cleaning frequency

Inspector’s notes

Nonfood-contact surfaces are not cleaned frequently enough. 1. Observed a buildup of mold in the cabinet under kitchen sink due to leaking plumbing. Manager cleaned the cabinet. 2. Observed a buildup of crumbs on the floor of the TurboAir freezer. Manager cleaned crumbs.

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

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Sep 17, 2024 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

May 13, 2024

Approved - Minor Violations

3 recorded violations

notedCode 6.4(K)Pests

Official wording

6.4(K) - Facilities: Pest control:

Inspector’s notes

The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests is not being adequately controlled or minimized. Observed rodent droppings in the lower cabinets of kitchen. Manager removed droppings and sanitized the area. Manager advised pest operator is continuing to minimize the presence of rodents.

In plain English

More about signs of rodents or insects

notedCode 6.1(M)(3)Other

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6.1(M)(3) - Facilities

Inspector’s notes

Windows or doors were not protected against insects and rodents. Observed gaps in both front doors of facility. The gaps must be filled to prevent the entrance of rodents and insects.

In plain English

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

More about other finding

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 a buildup on the kitchen floor. Manager swept and mopped the floor and advised it would be cleaned more frequently.

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

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, May 13, 2024 · Original Source