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Tikkaxpress

4110 Hamilton Av

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When was Tikkaxpress last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Nov 4, 2026. The result listed by Cincinnati Health Department was “Not In Compliance”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 9 violations recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
4 inspections on record, from Aug 26, 2025 to Nov 4, 2026.
Has Tikkaxpress ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 4 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Aug 26, 2025.

The Full Inspection History

4 inspections

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Nov 4, 2026

Not In Compliance

9 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. Found no paper towels at hand sink near walk in cooler. Ensure all hand sinks are fully stocked with paper towels for proper handwashing.

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 6.2(B)Handwashing

Official Wording

6.2(B) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Handwashing Cleanser - Availability

Inspector’s Notes

Each handwashing lavatory did not have a supply of hand cleanser. Found no hand soap at handsink near 3 compartment sink. Ensure all handsinks are fully stocked with soap for proper handwashing.

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 8.0(A)Other

Official Wording

8.0(A) - Warning Statement

Inspector’s Notes

Warning statement on packages of fresh juice or a beverage containing fresh juice is missing or inadequate. (A) Fresh one hundred per cent juice packaged in a food service operation or retail food establishment is to: (1) Be labeled as specified under paragraph (C) of rule 3717-1-03.5 of the Administrative Code; and (2) Bear the following warning statement as specified in 21 C.F.R. 101.17(g): (a) Warning: This product has not been pasteurized and, therefore, may contain harmful bacteria that can cause serious illness in children, the elderly, and persons with weakened immune systems. (b) The word "WARNING" is to be capitalized and appear in bold type. Found bottles of mango lassi yogurt juice blend in customer reach in cooler without warning statement.

In Plain English

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

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notedCode 3.5(C)Food source and labeling

Official Wording

3.5(C) - Food Labeling

Inspector’s Notes

Food is not properly labeled. (2) Label information is to include: (a) The common name of the food, or absent a common name, an adequately descriptive identity statement; (b) If made from two or more ingredients, a list of ingredients and sub-ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight, including a declaration of artificial colors, artificial flavors and chemical preservatives, if contained in the food; (c) An accurate declaration of the net quantity of contents; (d) The name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor; and (e) The name of the food source for each major food allergen contained in the food unless the food source is already part of the common or usual name of the respective ingredient. Found no labels for bottled mango lassi yogurt juices in customer reach in cooler. Ensure to label with the information noted above.

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.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems
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. Observed hot water lever at hand sink not providing water. Ensure to keep plumbing in good repair.

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 7.0(B)Chemicals

Official Wording

7.0(B) - X. Chemical - Working Containers - Common Name

Inspector’s Notes

Working containers of poisonous/toxic materials are not labeled. Observed chemical spray bottle without label. Ensure to label all working containers to prevent contamination. Corrected.

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 5.1(C)(1)Handwashing

Official Wording

5.1(C)(1) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Handwashing facility - Installation

Inspector’s Notes

Handwashing sink does not provide water at least 85° F Found no hot water available at hand sink near walk in cooler. No water comes out when the hot water handle is turned. Ensure water of 85F or higher is available at all hand sinks for proper handwashing.

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 3.4(G)(1)Food temperature

Official Wording

3.4(G)(1) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Ready-to-eat, TCS - date marking

Inspector’s Notes

Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, TCS food that is prepared in the food facility and held refrigerated for more than 24 hours is not properly date marked. Ensure to date mark all time/temperature controlled for safety foods once held over 24 hours. Corrected.

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, Nov 4, 2026 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Sep 9, 2026

Approved - Minor Violations

8 recorded violations

notedCode 3.4(G)(1)Food temperature

Official Wording

3.4(G)(1) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Ready-to-eat, TCS - date marking

Inspector’s Notes

Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, TCS food that is prepared in the food facility and held refrigerated for more than 24 hours is not properly date marked. Observed several items without dates in walk in cooler. Ensure to date mark each item prepared if held over 24 hours. Corrected during inspection.

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 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 spatulas held in container of water at room temperature between use. Ensure to keep on a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment, or in water that is at least 135F in a 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
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 prepared food items in walk in cooler uncovered. Ensure to cover items to prevent contamination. Corrected during inspection.

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(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 buildup of debris on rack with spices. Ensure to clean as often as necessary.

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 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 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. Observed no paper towels available at hand sinks in prep area and near 3 compartment sink. Ensure to keep fully stocked to properly wash hands.

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 4.5(B)(5)Contamination

Official Wording

4.5(B)(5) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Equipment Food Contact Surfaces and Utensils – Cleaning Frequency

Inspector’s Notes

Surfaces of utensils or equipment contacting non-TCS food were not cleaned at appropriate frequency. Observed unclean inside of ice machine. Ensure to clean as often as necessary to prevent contamination. Person in charge will clean and sanitize.

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)(a)Contamination

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

Ready-to-eat food was not protected from cross-contamination by raw animal food. Observed raw chicken stored over cooked rice in walk in cooler. Ensure to keep raw animal products separate or below ready-to-eat food items to prevent contamination. Corrected during inspection.

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, Sep 9, 2026 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Dec 19, 2025

Approved - Minor Violations

14 recorded violations

notedCode 6.4(A)Facility maintenance

Official Wording

6.4(A) - Repairing

Inspector’s Notes

The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair. Missing tile on ceiling above line cooler in the kitchen. Install tile. Paint chipping and peeling on the wall above prep.steel table and food prep. Table. Scrap and repaint wall.

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 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. Soiled filters under the hood. Clean filters regularly.

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 3.2(D)Other

Official Wording

3.2(D) - Food Storage Containers - Identified with Common Name of Food

Inspector’s Notes

Working containers of food are not properly labeled. Unlabeled water by grill and sauces in line cooler. Label all food containers.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
notedCode 2.4(C)(16)Employee health and hygiene

Official Wording

2.4(C)(16) - I. Employee Health - Person in Charge - Duties

Inspector’s Notes

Food employees and conditional employees are not informed in a verifiable manner of their responsibilities to report to the person in charge, information about their health as it relates to diseases transmissible through food. Implement and maintain. Paper work provided.

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.

More about employee hygiene or health policy issues
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 at the time of inspection. Person in charge must be present who can communicate in English when FSO in open.

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 7.0(B)Chemicals

Official Wording

7.0(B) - X. Chemical - Working Containers - Common Name

Inspector’s Notes

Working containers of poisonous/toxic materials are not labeled. Unlabeled degreaser on the floor by rack. Working containers of poisonous/toxic materials MUST BE labeled. Corrected on site.

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 2.4(C)(18)Employee health and hygiene

Official Wording

2.4(C)(18) - I. Employee Health - Written Procedures for Cleaning Up Vomiting and Diarrheal Events

Inspector’s Notes

No/inadequate written procedures for response to vomiting/diarrheal events.

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.

More about employee hygiene or health policy issues
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. No paper towels at hand sink in the kitchen. Corrected on site.

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 3.4(G)(1)Food temperature

Official Wording

3.4(G)(1) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Ready-to-eat, TCS - date marking

Inspector’s Notes

Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, TCS food that is prepared in the food facility and held refrigerated for more than 24 hours is not properly date marked. No discard date on cooked food in line and walk in cooler. Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, TCS food that is prepared in the food facility and held refrigerated for more than 24 hours MUST BE properly date marked. Corrected on site.

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 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. Uncovered food in line and walk in cooler. Keep all food containers covered during storage in coolers and freezers too. Corrected on site.

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 6.4(M)Other

Official Wording

6.4(M) - Storing maintenance tools

Inspector’s Notes

Maintenance tools such as brooms, mops, vacuum cleaners and similar items are improperly stored Broom and dust pan stored by hand sink in dish washing area. Keep all cleaning tools away from food and food contact surfaces and cooking and dish washing areas.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
notedCode 3.2(Y)Contamination

Official Wording

3.2(Y) - Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination

Inspector’s Notes

Miscellaneous sources of contamination observed. Food prep. Sink in the kitchen used to keep dishes. Keep food prep.sink clean and sanitized at all time to prevent contamination and use it for food prep. Only.

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(A)(2)Equipment and utensils

Official Wording

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

Inspector’s Notes

Equipment components were not intact, tight or properly adjusted. Observed gap in filters under the hood. Adjust or replace filters.

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, Dec 19, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Aug 26, 2025

Approved - Minor Violations

11 recorded violations

notedCode 3.2(D)Other

Official Wording

3.2(D) - Food Storage Containers - Identified with Common Name of Food

Inspector’s Notes

Working containers of food are not properly labeled. Unlabeled spice containers on shelf above steel table and unlabeled food containers in walk in cooler.Label all food containers.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
notedCode 2.4(C)(16)Employee health and hygiene

Official Wording

2.4(C)(16) - I. Employee Health - Person in Charge - Duties

Inspector’s Notes

Food employees and conditional employees are not informed in a verifiable manner of their responsibilities to report to the person in charge, information about their health as it relates to diseases transmissible through food. Implement and maintain.

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.

More about employee hygiene or health policy issues
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 7.0(B)Chemicals

Official Wording

7.0(B) - X. Chemical - Working Containers - Common Name

Inspector’s Notes

Working containers of poisonous/toxic materials are not labeled. Unlabeled bottles of sanitizers in the kitchen and bar. Labele all chemicals with the name of its content. Corrected on site.

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 2.4(C)(18)Employee health and hygiene

Official Wording

2.4(C)(18) - I. Employee Health - Written Procedures for Cleaning Up Vomiting and Diarrheal Events

Inspector’s Notes

No/inadequate written procedures for response to vomiting/diarrheal events.

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.

More about employee hygiene or health policy issues
notedCode 3.4(G)(1)Food temperature

Official Wording

3.4(G)(1) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Ready-to-eat, TCS - date marking

Inspector’s Notes

Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, TCS food that is prepared in the food facility and held refrigerated for more than 24 hours is not properly date marked. No discard date on mango lassi in walk in. All TCS food must be mark with discard date for max of 7days. Count day one when food prepared or open. Corrected on site.

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 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 little dirt corner of steel plate inside ice machine. Discard ice clean and sanitizing ice machine. Corrected on site.

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. Open bag of sugar on shelf on rack by dishwashing area and uncovered food in walk in. Keep all food containers covered during storage. Corrected on site.

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 6.4(A)Facility maintenance

Official Wording

6.4(A) - Repairing

Inspector’s Notes

The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair. Paper peeling on wall behind drain board of food prep. sink. Remove and use durable surface on the wall.

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 4.8(E)(2)(a)(b)Equipment and utensils

Official Wording

4.8(E)(2)(a)(b) - Equipment, Utensils, Linens - Storage

Inspector’s Notes

Clean equipment and utensils were not properly stored. Clean utensils stored uncovered on bottom shelf of rack below hand sink. Keep clean food contact surfaces covered or inverted to prevent contamination. Corrected on site.

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(G)(2)Other

Official Wording

5.4(G)(2) - Storage Areas, Rooms, and receptacles-Capacity and Availability

Inspector’s Notes

Receptacle is not provided in each area where refuse is generated or discarded. No trash can below hand washing sink for discarded paper towels. Provide small trash can.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Aug 26, 2025 · Original Source

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