ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Jul 20, 2026
8 recorded violations
Official wording
901:3-4-16(C) - Person in Charge Certification in Food Protection RFE
Inspector’s notes
The person in charge did not have person in charge certification in food protection training for risk level I (not micromarkets), II, III, and IV retail food establishments and high risk mobiles for the reasons provided in 3701-21-25(K) of Administrative Code.
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.
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3.2(Q) - Food Storage: Preventing Contamination from the Premises
Inspector’s notes
Food items are not protected from contamination during storage. Observed food items stored on the floor. Place food six inches from the floor in a clean dry place.
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.
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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 meat cooler gasket not tight or intact. Repair.
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.
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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. Observed refuse container lid open. Assure refuse container lids are closed to prevent pest presence.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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2.3(D) - Hair restraints, effectiveness
Inspector’s notes
Food employee(s) did not have their hair effectively restrained by wearing a hair covering. Observed employee prepping food without hair restraint. Assure employees restrain hair when prepping food.
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.
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3.5(C)(2)(e) - Food Labeling - Allergens
Inspector’s notes
A food label did not include the name of the food source of each major food allergen contained in a food unless the food source is already part of the common or usual name of the respective ingredient. Observed pork rinds without proper label. Pork rinds will be sold behind the counter until labels can be created with ingredient list and net weight of product.
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.
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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.
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3.2(C)(1)(b) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Packaged and Unpackaged Food - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation
Inspector’s notes
The food facility is not preventing cross contamination between different types of raw animal products. Observed chicken over beef in meat cooler. Chicken was moved. +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 contaminationOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jul 20, 2026 · Original Source