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Cincinnati, OH

The Bagelry

1401 Walnut St, #100

Last inspected May 5, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Approved - Minor Violations

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5 inspections

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

May 5, 2026

Approved - Minor Violations

8 recorded violations

notedCode 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. Observed boxed foods stored on facility floor in basement. Disicontinue practice.

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 contamination
notedCode 4.4(P)Chemicals

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4.4(P) - Warewashing equipment: Determining Chemical Sanitizer Concentration

Inspector’s notes

Sanitizer concentration is not being monitored. Observed 3 comp sink QAC solution <150ppm. Advised to discontinue using hot water to fill sink.

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 unsafely
notedCode 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. 1. Observed seed scoop stored in soiled container. 2. Observed egg mixer attachment stored in sanitizer solution. Discontinue practice.

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 3701-21-02(I)Permits, training, and postings

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3701-21-02(I) - Display of License

Inspector’s notes

FSO license not displayed onsite. PIC to display current license within public view.

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 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 small dairy floor fridge and upright beverage fridge holding at 50F+. Discontinue storing TCS foods in units until necessary repairs are completed.

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 4.1(Z)Food temperature

Official wording

4.1(Z) - Temperature Measuring Device - Functionality

Inspector’s notes

Temperature measuring devices are missing, not correctly placed, not readable, or of improper design. Provide and maintain in all TCS storage units.

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.

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notedCode 6.2(I)(3)Facility maintenance

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6.2(I)(3) - Lighting - intensity

Inspector’s notes

The light intensity was <50 foot candles in food prep or other area where employee safety is a factor. Observed spent light bulbs in hood system. Replace.

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
notedCode 3.4(F)(1)(b)Food temperature

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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 dairy products held at 50F+. PIC voluntarily discarded items.

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 temperature

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, May 5, 2026 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Oct 10, 2025

Approved - No Violations

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Oct 10, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Jun 12, 2025

Approved - Minor Violations

2 recorded violations

notedCode 6.4(J)(2)Other

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6.4(J)(2) - Using Dressing Rooms and Lockers

Inspector’s notes

Lockers or other suitable facilities are not being utilized for the orderly storage of employee clothing and other possessions. Observed employees personal phone on a kitchen counter. Phones should be stored in designated non-food prep areas, such as lockers, shelves away from prep areas, or personal storage bins. PIC had employee move the phone and wash hands.

In plain English

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

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notedCode 4.5(D)Cleaning and sanitizing

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

Inspector’s notes

Nonfood-contact surfaces are not cleaned frequently enough. 1. Debris observed accumulating beneath the shelving units near the mop sink in the back area. Cleaning is required to maintain sanitary conditions. 2. Noted dust and residue buildup on the exterior of the ventilation hood, due to steam condensation. Surfaces must be cleaned to prevent contamination. 3. Bagel seed debris observed accumulating along the baseboards throughout the facility. Area must be cleaned to ensure proper sanitation. 4. Wall surface behind the three-compartment sink is visibly soiled. Cleaning is required to maintain hygiene standards. 5. Food debris noted on the surfaces of the mixers. Equipment must be cleaned to prevent cross-contamination. 6 Milk crate located in the walk-in cooler is visibly soiled. It must be properly cleaned and maintained. 7. Food debris accumulation observed underneath equipment in the walk-in cooler. Thorough cleaning is necessary to uphold sanitary conditions.

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, Jun 12, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Dec 3, 2024

Approved - Minor Violations

2 recorded violations

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. 1. Observed food debris and stains accumulating on the floors around the facility. Must be cleaned. 2. Observed dust accumulation on walls and ceilings around the facility. Must be cleaned to prevent contamination with food items.

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(A)(2)(3)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

4.5(A)(2)(3) - Equipment, food-contact surfaces, nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils

Inspector’s notes

Non-food contact surfaces are dirty. Observed accumulation of food debris on the attachment holder for the large mixer. 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, Dec 3, 2024 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Oct 16, 2024

Approved - Minor Violations

4 recorded violations

notedCode 3.2(Q)Other

Official wording

3.2(Q) - Food Storage

Inspector’s notes

Food items are not protected from contamination during storage Observed food items kept on the floor before being moved into the walk-in cooler. Must keep all food containers off the floor at all times to prevent contaminants from being picked up.

In plain English

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

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notedCode 4.5(A)(2)(3)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

4.5(A)(2)(3) - Equipment, food-contact surfaces, nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils

Inspector’s notes

Non-food contact surfaces are dirty. Observed dust accumulation around steam vent in the kitchen. 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 6.4(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. 1. Observed debris accumulation around some equipment in the kitchen area. Must be cleaned. 2. Observed dust accumulation around the A/C units in the kitchen. 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 4.4(N)Contamination

Official wording

4.4(N) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Warewashing Equipment

Inspector’s notes

A chemical sanitizer was unregistered, improperly used, or improperly produced. Observed wall sink sanitizer for the 3 compartment sink was not dispensing any sanitizer. PIC will use quant tablets for sanitizing dishes until it is fixed.

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 contamination

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Oct 16, 2024 · Original Source

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