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Quick Answers
When was Vinology last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Mar 25, 2026. The result listed by Cincinnati Health Department was “Approved - Minor Violations”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 1 violation recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
4 inspections on record, from Feb 27, 2024 to Mar 25, 2026.
Has Vinology ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 4 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Feb 27, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
4 inspections
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Mar 25, 2026
Approved - Minor Violations
1 recorded violation
notedCode 3.2(M)(2)(a)Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
3.2(M)(2)(a) - Wiping cloths - use limitation
Inspector’s Notes
Wet wiping cloth was not maintained in a sanitizer solution between uses.
Observed a wet wiping cloth not maintained in a sanitizer solution between uses.
Ensure wet wiping clothes are stored in a sanitizer solution between uses.
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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Mar 25, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Jul 15, 2025
Approved - Minor Violations
3 recorded violations
notedCode 4.2(I)(2)Food temperature
Official Wording
4.2(I)(2) - Temperature Measuring Devices - Manual and Mechanical Warewashing
Inspector’s Notes
Irreversible registering temperature indicator is missing or not 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.
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. PIC certified in food protection is needed at all times of operation.
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.
notedCode 3701-21-02(I)Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
3701-21-02(I) - Display of License
Inspector’s Notes
FSO license not displayed onsite. Current license not displayed onsite.
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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jul 15, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Jun 21, 2024
Approved - Minor Violations
1 recorded violation
notedCode 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 no test strips for measuring the concentration of quaternary ammonia sanitizer.
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.