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Cincinnati, OH

White Castle Cinc #17

3201 Harrison Av

Last inspected Jul 7, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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8 inspections

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Jul 7, 2026

Approved - Minor Violations

2 recorded violations

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 4.4(F)(2)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

4.4(F)(2) - Warewashing sinks: Use Limitation

Inspector’s notes

Warewashing sink was not properly cleaned and/or sanitized. Cleaned by the manger during the inspection.

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, Jul 7, 2026 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Jun 30, 2026

Not In Compliance

7 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 several containers of dressings, dairy creamers, liquid non-dairy creamer and other food items were found in a reaching cooler with an ambient air temperature exceeding 60F , the food items were not maintained at the required cold holding temperature. Person in charge voluntarily discarded all the unsafe food items during the inspection. The person in charge also contacted the store manager immediately to report the refrigeration issue and initiate corrective action".

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 4.4(A)(2)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

Equipment A reach in cooler is not working properly. The ambient temperature for the cooler is above 60 F.

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 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

In plain English

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

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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 3.4(F)(2)Food temperature

Official wording

3.4(F)(2) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Time/Temperature Controlled for Safety Food - Cold Holding of In-Shell Eggs

Inspector’s notes

Raw shell eggs are not maintained in ambient air at 45°F. "Observed five boxes of shell eggs stored in a reaching cooler at an ambient temperature of 45° F, which is above the required cold holding temperature. The eggs were not maintained the required temperature, due to the temperature abuse the person in charge voluntarily discarded all five boxes of shell eggs during the inspection to prevent the sale or use of potentially unsafe food" .

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 4.4(E)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

4.4(E) - Warewashing machines: Manufacturer's Operating Instructions

Inspector’s notes

Warewashing machine was not operated according to the manufacturer's instructions. Three compartment sink is not set up for manual washing the sink was heavily soiled, and was not arranged in the required order of wash rinse and sanitize. The sanitizer compartment was not properly prepared with sanitizer at the required Concentration, dishes, and utensils observed had not been properly washed, rinse and sanitized before use, the person in charge was instructed to properly clean and set up the three compartment sink and ensure all food. Contact surfaces and utensils are washed, rinsed and sanitized in accordance with the ohio uniform food safety code before use.

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(F)Other

Official wording

6.4(F) - Drying Mops

Inspector’s notes

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

In plain English

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

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Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jun 30, 2026 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Jun 16, 2026

Not In Compliance

15 recorded violations

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.Reach in prep coolers, prep freezer, shelves used to store food equipments are not 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
notedCode 3.4(I)(2)Food temperature

Official wording

3.4(I)(2) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Time as a public health control

Inspector’s notes

Not following requirements for the 4 hour time as a public health control. Time dots are missing for the cheese slices.

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)(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.

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 4.8(E)(1)(3)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

4.8(E)(1)(3) - 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.

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 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 level two 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. Paper towel dispenser is not working by the handwashing sink in the prep area.

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(I)(1)Food temperature

Official wording

3.4(I)(1) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Time as a public health control

Inspector’s notes

Written procedures for time as a public health control improper or unavailable.

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 3.4(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. One reach in cooler is not keeping the food cold under 41 f.

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(J)Contamination

Official wording

3.2(J) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Food Contact with Equipment, Utensils, and Linens

Inspector’s notes

Food is contacting an unclean surface. Ice machine is dirty. Discard the ice, clean and sanitize ice machine before re use. Pop machine, ice bin for the pop machine is not clean. Maintain clean.

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(D)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

4.4(D) - Warewashing equipment: Cleaning Frequency

Inspector’s notes

Warewashing equipment and/or components were not cleaned throughout the day or before use. Soiled dirty three 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 3.2(M)(1)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

3.2(M)(1) - Wiping cloths - use limitation

Inspector’s notes

Cloths used for wiping food spills were not dry or used for other tasks.

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) - Cleaning- Frequency and Restrictions

Inspector’s notes

The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Hand washing sinks, mop sink, floor, walls are not clean Clean maintain clean . Mold around the mop 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 6.1(J)Employee health and hygiene

Official wording

6.1(J) - Heating, ventilating, and air conditioning system vents

Inspector’s notes

HVAC air intake or exhaust vents contaminating food, equipment, or utensils.

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 4.8(E)(1)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

4.8(E)(1) - Equipment, Utensils, Linens - Storage

Inspector’s notes

Cleaned equipment or utensils, laundered linens, or single-service or single-use articles are not stored in a clean, dry location, protected from contamination. Shelves used to store clean equipments are not clean. Clean shelves before storing food contianers, utensils.

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 20.0(B)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

20.0(B) - Existing Facilities and Equipment-Requirements for Replacement

Inspector’s notes

Existing equipment/facilities no longer meet requirements and must be replaced.

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, Jun 16, 2026 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Feb 24, 2026

Approved - Minor Violations

4 recorded violations

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 soiled gaskets on cooler doors. Ensure cooler door gaskets are cleaned to prevent the build up of residue and debris. +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
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 leak from faucet of three compartment sink. Ensure plumbing is maintained as to prevent leaks.

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 3.4(I)(2)Food temperature

Official wording

3.4(I)(2) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Time as a public health control

Inspector’s notes

Not following requirements for the 4 hour time as a public health control. Containers for time as a public health control where not properly marked with discard time. PIC marked all TPH containers +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
notedCode 4.1(Z)Food temperature

Official wording

4.1(Z) - Temperature Measuring Device - Functionality

Inspector’s notes

Temperature measuring devices are missing, not correctly placed, not readable, or of improper design. Observed cooler without an ambient air thermometer. Ensure all coolers are equipped with an ambient air thermometer.

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, Feb 24, 2026 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Jun 3, 2025

Approved - Minor Violations

4 recorded violations

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 the fan's vents and ceiling of the walk-in freezer soiled and requires frequent cleaning. -Observed the two vents in the reach-in refrigerator soiled in debris and requires frequent cleaning.

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 4.5(B)(1)(e)Contamination

Official wording

4.5(B)(1)(e) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Equipment Food Contact Surfaces and Utensils – Cleaning Frequency

Inspector’s notes

Food-contact surfaces or utensils not cleaned when they were contaminated. -Observed the drainboard for the ice machine soiled. PIC removed the soiled drainboard for cleaning and sanitizing 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 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 some bowl of diced onions near the boxes of raw eggs unwrapped or uncovered with a lid. PIC corrected issue on-site by ensuring affected food items were covered to prevent them from contamination from animal product.

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 5.4(N)(2)Other

Official wording

5.4(N)(2) - Covering Receptacles

Inspector’s notes

Outdoor refuse/recyclables/returnables receptacles are not covered with tight fitting lids or doors. -Observed the door to the dumpsters uncovered. PIC corrected issue on site by ensuring the dumpsters were covered appropriately to prevent them from any pests and stray animals.

In plain English

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

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Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jun 3, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Oct 30, 2024

Approved - Minor Violations

1 recorded violation

notedCode 2.4(A)(2)Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

2.4(A)(2) - IV. Demonstration of Knowledge - Person in charge - assignment of responsibility

Inspector’s notes

No manager has level 2 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

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Oct 30, 2024 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

May 31, 2024

Approved - Minor Violations

1 recorded violation

notedCode 5.1(S)(2)Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

5.1(S)(2) - Plumbing system

Inspector’s notes

Plumbing system is not maintained in good repair. -Observed the faucet in the 3-compartment sink leaking continuously. PIC stated that faucet has been listed in the facility's work order.

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

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

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Nov 30, 2023

Not Abated

2 recorded violations

notedCode 3717-1-02.4(A)(2)Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

"3717-1-02.4(A)(2) - Violation - PIC-Level 2 Certification No manager has level 2 certification in food protection."

Inspector’s notes

"PIC-Level 2 Certification No manager has level 2 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 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

"Facilities: Cleaning: Frequency -Observed the ceiling tiles in the prep area 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, Nov 30, 2023 · Original Source

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