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Cincinnati, OH

West 8th Shell / Subway #1231

901 W 8th St

Last inspected Jul 21, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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7 inspections

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Jul 21, 2026

Approved - Minor Violations

10 recorded violations

notedCode 3.4(F)(1)(b)Food temperature

Official wording

3.4(F)(1)(b) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Time/Temperature Controlled for Safety Food - Cold Holding

Inspector’s notes

TCS foods were being held at temperatures >41° F. Observed milk holding at 45 F in coffee area. Milk was voluntarily discarded. Observed iced coffee holding at 58 F in coffee area. Coffee was discarded. +COS

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.

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notedCode 6.4(B)(1)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

6.4(B)(1) - Cleaning- Frequency and Restrictions

Inspector’s notes

The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Observed build up on floor of walk in cooler. Clean

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.

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notedCode 4.0(I)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

4.0(I) - Nonfood-Contact Surfaces - Materials

Inspector’s notes

The nonfood contact surface is no longer corrosion -resistant, nonabsorbent and/or smooth. Observed cabinets in coffee area not longer smooth and non absorbent. Replace.

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.

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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 ice build up in frezeer. It must be cleaned.

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.

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notedCode 3.5(C)(2)(e)Food source and labeling

Official wording

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. Donut case did not have availiable ingredient list for donuts. Booklet with ingredients was printed out and placed on case. +COS

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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notedCode 5.1(B)(1)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

5.1(B)(1) - Approved System and Cleanable Fixtures

Inspector’s notes

Plumbing system is not designed, constructed, and installed according to the Ohio building code. Observed y splitter on ultility sink.

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.

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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(B)(1)Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

2.4(B)(1) - IV. Demonstration of Knowledge - Demonstration of Knowledge

Inspector’s notes

The person in charge was unable to demonstrate the necessary food safety knowledge by having no critical violations during the current inspection. PIC corrected critical violations. +COS

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(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. Observed milk in coffee area not date marked. Milk was voluntarily discarded. +COS

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, Jul 21, 2026 · Original Source

ROUTINE - PROCESS REVIEW

Dec 9, 2025

Approved - No Violations

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Dec 9, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - PROCESS REVIEW

Apr 11, 2025

Approved - Minor Violations

1 recorded violation

notedCode 4.5(A)(2)(3)Food temperature

Official wording

4.5(A)(2)(3) - Food-Contact Surfaces of Cooking Equipment and Pans and Nonfood-Contact Surfaces Equipment

Inspector’s notes

The food contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans and Nonfood contact surfaces of equipment are to be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Observed a buildup within the cooler in kitchen. It must be cleaned.

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, Apr 11, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - PROCESS REVIEW

Dec 5, 2024

Approved - Minor Violations

6 recorded violations

notedCode 4.4(P)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

4.4(P) - Warewashing equipment

Inspector’s notes

Sanitizer concentration is not being monitored. Observed 3-compartment sink dispensing sanitizer at too high of a concentration. Until it is fixed, manager advised they would use bleach in lieu of their regular Quat mixture. The dispenser must be fixed.

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 6.4(B)(1)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

6.4(B)(1) - Facilities: Cleaning: Frequency

Inspector’s notes

The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Observed a buildup of frost in the walk-in freezer. It must be cleaned.

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 4.4(A)(2)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

4.4(A)(2) - Equipment, good repair, doors, seals

Inspector’s notes

Equipment components were not intact, tight or properly adjusted. Observed walk-in freezer door not closing properly. The seal must be properly adjusted.

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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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. 1. Observed a buildup within the cabinets at the drink station. They must be cleaned. 2. Observed a buildup on the backsplash of the 3-compartment sink.

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.

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notedCode 6.1(M)(3)Other

Official wording

6.1(M)(3) - Facilities

Inspector’s notes

Windows or doors were not protected against insects and rodents. Observed a gap under the back door. The gap must be filled to prevent insects and rodents from entering the facility.

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(A)Food source and labeling

Official wording

3.5(A) - Food Labels

Inspector’s notes

Food product labels are not in compliance with identity requirements. Observed donut case missing ingredient information. Ingredient information must be made available for customers.

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

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Dec 5, 2024 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Aug 20, 2024

Approved - Minor Violations

1 recorded violation

notedCode 3.5(A)Food source and labeling

Official wording

3.5(A) - Food Labels

Inspector’s notes

Food product labels are not in compliance with identity requirements. Observed allergen information for donuts not on site. Allergen information must be made available.

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

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Aug 20, 2024 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Aug 13, 2024

Not In Compliance

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. Observed soiled cabinets and build-up in the cabinets by the soda machine and coffee machine. Must be cleaned.

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 3.5(A)Food source and labeling

Official wording

3.5(A) - Food Labels

Inspector’s notes

Food product labels are not in compliance with identity requirements. Observed missing allergen information for donuts. Allergy related information for non-packaged food items must be made available.

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 4.8(E)(3)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

4.8(E)(3) - Equipment, utensils, linens, single-service articles, and single-use articles - storage

Inspector’s notes

Single-service and single-use articles were not stored in the original protective package or were stored by means that did not protect them from contamination. Observed boxes of single use items in the back storage hall way being kept on the floor. Must be stored in a way that prevents contact with the floor.

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 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 frost build-up in the walk-in freezer. Needs to be cleaned.

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

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Aug 13, 2024 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Jan 31, 2024

Not Abated

4 recorded violations

notedCode 3717-1-03.2(Q)Contamination

Official wording

"3717-1-03.2(Q) - Violation - Food Storage-preventing contamination form the premises Food items are not protected from contamination during storage."

Inspector’s notes

"Observed milk being stored directly on floor. It must be stored at least 6-inches from the floor to protect from contamination. Food items are not protected from contamination during storage."

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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notedCode 3717-1-06.4(F)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

"3717-1-06.4(F) - Violation - Facilities: Mops: Drying After use, mops are not placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment, or supplies."

Inspector’s notes

"Facilities: Mops: Drying After use, mops are not placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment, or supplies."

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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notedCode 3717-1-04.8(E)(3)Contamination

Official wording

"3717-1-04.8(E)(3) - Violation - Single-service and single-use articles-storage. Single-service and single-use articles were not stored in the original protective package or were stored by means that did not protect them from contamination."

Inspector’s notes

"Observed several boxes of single-use items (i.e. disposable cups and other disposable food-contact items) being stored directly on the floor of the back storage area (where the soda syrup boxes are). The single-use item boxes must be stored at least 6-inches from the floor to protect the items from contamination. Single-service and single-use articles were not stored in the original protective package or were stored by means that did not protect them 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 contamination
notedCode 3717-1-06.4(B)(1)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

"3717-1-06.4(B)(1) - Violation - Facilities: Cleaning: Frequency The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean."

Inspector’s notes

"1. Observed a buildup under the racks in the walk-in cooler. It must be cleaned. 2. Observed a buildup in front of the soda syrup boxes. It must be cleaned. 3. Observed a buildup in the mop sink. It must be cleaned. 4. Observed a buildup of cat litter in the corner next to the back door. It must be cleaned. The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean."

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

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jan 31, 2024 · Original Source

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