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Cincinnati, OH

The Frank

2212 South St

Last inspected Jun 25, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Approved - Minor Violations

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5 inspections

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Jun 25, 2026

Approved - Minor Violations

2 recorded violations

notedCode 6.4(L)Pests

Official wording

6.4(L) - Removing Dead or Trapped Pests

Inspector’s notes

The operator failed to remove dead pest(s) in a timely manner.

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 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. Observed utensils stored in sanitizer water between uses. Store utensils in clean dry container.

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

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jun 25, 2026 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Jun 18, 2026

Not In Compliance

7 recorded violations

notedCode 6.4(L)Pests

Official wording

6.4(L) - Removing Dead or Trapped Pests

Inspector’s notes

The operator failed to remove dead pest(s) in a timely manner. Observed dead pest around the facility. Clean up pest more frequently.

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 3.2(X)Contamination

Official wording

3.2(X) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Returned Food and Re-Service of Food

Inspector’s notes

Opened packages of food or returned food served to another customer. Observed burger served to a customer returned and attempted to be served to another customer at the same table. Employees were instructed to discard food and remake it. +COS

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 4.5(A)(1)Contamination

Official wording

4.5(A)(1) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils: Clean to Sight and Touch

Inspector’s notes

Food-contact surfaces were not clean to the sight and touch. Observed build up on soda guns in the facility. Discontinued use and clean.

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 3.2(C)(1)(H)Contamination

Official wording

3.2(C)(1)(H) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Packaged and Unpackaged Food - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation

Inspector’s notes

Food is stored unwrapped or in uncovered containers. Observed uncovered chicken in cooler in prep area. Container was covered. +COS

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 4.2(G)(1)Food temperature

Official wording

4.2(G)(1) - Food temperature measuring devices.

Inspector’s notes

The operator did not have a food thermometer readily accessible.

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
notedCode 3701-21-25 (K)Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

3701-21-25 (K) - Person in Charge Certification in Food Protection FSO

Inspector’s notes

No person in charge certified in food protection was at the FSO where it is needed.

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 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. Observed utensils stored in sanitizer water between uses. Do not store utesilis in sanitizer water because they need time to air dry and will not be readily acessible between uses. Store utensils in dry clean container.

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

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jun 18, 2026 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Nov 19, 2025

Approved - Violations Abated

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Nov 19, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Nov 5, 2025

Not In Compliance

4 recorded violations

notedCode 6.2(C)Handwashing

Official wording

6.2(C) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Handwashing Sinks - Hand Drying Provision

Inspector’s notes

Handwashing lavatory had no, unapproved, or inoperable hand drying provision.

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 problems
notedCode 4.4(P)Chemicals

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Sanitizer concentration is not being monitored. Observed dishwasher not dispensing sanitizer. Manager advised 3-compartment sink would be used until sanitizer is received for dishwasher.

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 4.1(C)(1-4)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

4.1(C)(1-4) - Food Contact Surfaces Cleanability

Inspector’s notes

Multiuse food-contact surfaces were not smooth or free of breaks, open seams, cracks, chips, inclusions, pits, sharp internal angles, space corners, or crevices. Observed deep grooves and discoloration within cutting board. It must be replaced or made cleanable.

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 4.8(A)(1)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

4.8(A)(1) - Equipment and Utensils - Air-Drying

Inspector’s notes

Equipment and utensils are not being air dried or allowed to drain adequately after sanitizing. Observed pans being stacked while still wet. Equipment must be adequately air-dried before storage.

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

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Nov 5, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Apr 3, 2025

Approved - No Violations

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

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

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