ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Jul 13, 2026
Approved - No Violations
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jul 13, 2026 · Original Source
Approved - No Violations
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6 inspectionsROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Nov 21, 2025
Approved - Minor Violations
4 recorded violations
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 working spray bottle container of sanitizer not labeled. PIC labeled the bottle.
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 unsafelynotedCode 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 biofilm growth inside one of the ice machine. Person in charge (PIC) stated they will not use ice from there until it is cleaned. Two other ice machines at the facility will be used.
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 contaminationnotedCode 6.4(A)Facility maintenance
Official wording
6.4(A) - Repairing
Inspector’s notes
The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair. Observed damaged ceiling tiles where the single-use items are stored. Must be fixed.
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 issuesnotedCode 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. Ice scoops were observed stored inside the ice bins with the handles in contact with the ice. The Person in Charge (PIC) promptly repositioned the scoops to ensure the handles were stored in a manner that prevents contamination of the ice.
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 issuesOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Nov 21, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Jan 31, 2025
Approved - Minor Violations
4 recorded violations
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. 1. Observed a heavily soiled mop sink with mops improperly stored inside. The sink must be thoroughly cleaned, and mops should be properly hung to dry to maintain sanitary conditions. 2. Observed debris and buildup beneath the bar counter. Area must be thoroughly cleaned to maintain sanitation and prevent contamination.
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 problemsnotedCode 4.5(A)(1)Contamination
Official wording
4.5(A)(1) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Equipment cleanliness
Inspector’s notes
Food-contact surfaces were dirty. Observed biofilm growth inside one of the ice machines. All ice must be discarded to allow for thorough cleaning and sanitizing of the interior surfaces.
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 contaminationnotedCode 4.2(I)Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
4.2(I) - Sanitizing solutions
Inspector’s notes
There is no test kit available for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer. Observed missing sanitizing measuring test kit at the facility. Must have a way to check sanitizer concentration used for sanitizing dishes.
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 problemsnotedCode 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 ice scoops stored inside the ice machine, which can lead to contamination. Ice dispensing utensils must be stored in a clean, designated container outside the ice machine to prevent contamination and ensure food safety.
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 issuesOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jan 31, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Oct 24, 2023
Not Abated
5 recorded violations
notedCode 3717-1-06.4(K)Pests
Official wording
"3717-1-06.4(K) - Violation - Facilities: Pest control: The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests is not being adequately controlled or minimized."
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION: 1. Observed many small flying insects in the 2nd floor Mens restroom. 2. Observed few small flying insects at the main bar. CORRECTIVE ACTION: Person in charge will consult with Pest Control Operator and maintain drains, trash cans etc. clean."
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 insectsnotedCode 3717-1-05.1(C)(1)Handwashing
Official wording
"3717-1-05.1(C)(1) - Violation - Handwashing facility-installation. Handwashing sink does not provide water at a temperature =100° F."
Inspector’s notes
"Womens restroom to the left on the first floor does not provide hot water at 100F. Mens restroom on the 2nd floor provides hot water at 76F. Ensure hot water supplied to handsinks are at least 100F 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 problemsnotedCode 3717-1-06.4(A)Facility maintenance
Official wording
"3717-1-06.4(A) - Violation - Facilities: Maintenance: Good repair The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair."
Inspector’s notes
"1. Damaged wall area inside of Mens restroom on the 2nd Fl. Repair. 2. Areas of the handsink in the Womens restroom on the 2nd Fl are no longer cleanable. Repair."
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 issuesnotedCode 3717-1-05.3(C)Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
"3717-1-05.3(C) - Violation - Drainage system-prohibited direct connections A direct connection exists between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food, portable equipment, or utensils are placed."
Inspector’s notes
"Violation has been abated"
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 problemsnotedCode 3717-1-03.2(Y)Contamination
Official wording
"3717-1-03.2(Y) - Violation - Miscellaneous sources of contamination Miscellaneous sources of contamination observed."
Inspector’s notes
"Dump sink is in close proximity to ice bin at the main bar. Provide a smooth, nonabsorbent, cleanable barrier between the dump sink and ice bin to protect ice from contamination."
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, Oct 24, 2023 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Oct 9, 2023
Not Abated
5 recorded violations
notedCode 3717-1-05.1(C)(1)Handwashing
Official wording
"3717-1-05.1(C)(1) - Violation - Handwashing facility-installation. Handwashing sink does not provide water at a temperature =100° F."
Inspector’s notes
"Womens restroom to the left on the first floor does not provide hot water at 100F. Mens restroom on the 2nd floor provides hot water at 76F. Ensure hot water supplied to handsinks are at least 100F 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 problemsnotedCode 3717-1-05.3(C)Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
"3717-1-05.3(C) - Violation - Drainage system-prohibited direct connections A direct connection exists between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food, portable equipment, or utensils are placed."
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION: 1. No air gap observed for ice bins at the Patio bar. 2. No air gap observed at three comp sink at the Patio bar. CORRECTIVE ACTION: Operator will install air gaps as required."
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 problemsnotedCode 3717-1-06.4(A)Facility maintenance
Official wording
"3717-1-06.4(A) - Violation - Facilities: Maintenance: Good repair The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair."
Inspector’s notes
"1. Damaged wall area inside of Mens restroom on the 2nd Fl. Repair. 2. Areas of the handsink in the Womens restroom on the 2nd Fl are no longer cleanable. Repair."
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 issuesnotedCode 3717-1-06.4(K)Pests
Official wording
"3717-1-06.4(K) - Violation - Facilities: Pest control: The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests is not being adequately controlled or minimized."
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION: 1. Observed many small flying insects in the 2nd floor Mens restroom. 2. Observed few small flying insects at the main bar. CORRECTIVE ACTION: Person in charge will consult with Pest Control Operator and maintain drains, trash cans etc. clean."
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 insectsnotedCode 3717-1-03.2(Y)Contamination
Official wording
"3717-1-03.2(Y) - Violation - Miscellaneous sources of contamination Miscellaneous sources of contamination observed."
Inspector’s notes
"Dump sink is in close proximity to ice bin at the main bar. Provide a smooth, nonabsorbent, cleanable barrier between the dump sink and ice bin to protect ice from contamination."
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, Oct 9, 2023 · Original Source
COMPLAINT - COMPLAINT
Oct 5, 2023
CLOS-NO - No Violations Found
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Oct 5, 2023 · Original Source