SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
5 inspections
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Apr 1, 2026
Approved - Minor Violations
1 recorded violation
notedCode 3.2(Y)Contamination
Official wording
3.2(Y) - Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination
Inspector’s notes
Miscellaneous sources of contamination observed. An icicle was observed forming on the pipes in the walk-in freezer.
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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Apr 1, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Oct 2, 2025
Approved - Minor Violations
1 recorded violation
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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Oct 2, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Apr 23, 2025
Approved - Minor Violations
5 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. Accumulation of dust noted on the top surfaces of ovens in the kitchen, indicating a need for more 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.
2.2(C) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Hands and arms - When to Wash
Inspector’s notes
Food employee(s) did not wash hands in situations that specifically require them to do so. Food employee did not wash hands or change gloves after handling dirty pans and then proceeded to remove clean pans from the dishwasher and place them on the drying rack creating a risk of cross-contamination.
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.
Wet wiping cloth was not maintained in a sanitizer solution between uses. One of the sanitizer buckets contains used wiping cloths and is not maintained with the correct sanitizer concentration
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.
3.2(I)(1) - Food Storage or Display: Contact with Water or Ice
Inspector’s notes
Food items are stored or displayed directly in contact with ice, water or undrained ice. A damaged food container was observed stored directly beneath a leaking pipe in the walk-in freezer, posing a risk of contamination.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Equipment Compartments that are subject to moisture due to condensation, food or beverage drip, or water from melting ice are not sloped to allow complete drainage. Ice accumulation observed in the walk-in freezer due to leaking pipes. Potential slip hazard and risk of contamination.
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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Apr 23, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Sep 19, 2024
Approved - Minor Violations
3 recorded violations
notedCode 3.4(G)(2)Food temperature
Official wording
3.4(G)(2) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Ready-to-eat, TCS - date marking
Inspector’s notes
Ready-to-eat, TCS food that was prepared in a food processing plant and subsequently opened in a FSO or a RFE is not properly date marked.
The refrigerated cut lettuce in. The walk-in cooler has no date mark.
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.
4.5(D) - Nonfood-contact surfaces - cleaning frequency
Inspector’s notes
Nonfood-contact surfaces are not cleaned frequently enough.
There is an accumulation of dust on top of the ovens, food warmers, and on the air vent in the dry storage room.
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.
Equipment components were not intact, tight or properly adjusted.
Observed a buildup of icicles in the walk-in freezer beneath the freezer fan due to a leak. Stop the leak to prevent contamination with food, and do not store food items under the leaking area.
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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Sep 19, 2024 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Apr 29, 2024
Approved - Minor Violations
3 recorded violations
notedCode 4.4(A)(3)Equipment and utensils
Official wording
4.4(A)(3) - Equipment, good repair, can opener
Inspector’s notes
The can opener blade was dull and creating metal fragments.
The can opener blade was not clean and dried food particles on it at the time of the inspection.
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.
6.2(C) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Facilities
Inspector’s notes
Handwashing lavatory had no, unapproved, or inoperable hand drying provision.
No paper towel in dish washing room hand washing towel dispencer.
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.