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Quick Answers
When was 20th Century Theater last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Sep 18, 2026. The result listed by Cincinnati Health Department was “Approved - Minor Violations”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 3 violations recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
7 inspections on record, from Nov 6, 2023 to Sep 18, 2026.
Has 20th Century Theater ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 7 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Nov 6, 2023.
The Full Inspection History
7 inspections
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Sep 18, 2026
Approved - Minor Violations
3 recorded violations
notedCode 7.1(A)Chemicals
Official Wording
7.1(A) - X. Chemical - Storage: Separation
Inspector’s Notes
Poisonous/toxic materials are stored in a manner that could contaminate food, equipment, utensils, linens, or single-service or single-use articles.
Chemicals stored on a cart by ice scoop and on 3 compartment sink.
Poisonous/toxic materials MUST NOT BE STORED in a manner that could contaminate food, equipment, utensils, linens, or single-service or single-use articles.Keep it below or away from food and food contact surfaces to prevent contamination.Corrected on site.
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.
Manual/Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization Criteria A chemical sanitizer was unregistered or improperly used.
No sanitizer in dish washer. Discontinue use of it until fixed. Must check sanitizer before loading food contact surfaces in dish washer to ensure proper sanitization. Corrected on site.
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.
In-use utensils are improperly stored.
Stored on cart by chemicals. Keep it on clean and sanitized surface away from any source of contamination. Corrected on site.
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 18, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Jan 8, 2026
Approved - No Violations
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jan 8, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Aug 7, 2025
Approved - Minor Violations
9 recorded violations
notedCode 4.2(J)Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
4.2(J) - Sanitizing solutions - Testing Devices
Inspector’s Notes
There is no test kit available for measuring the concentration of the 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.
4.5(D) - Nonfood-contact surfaces - cleaning frequency
Inspector’s Notes
Nonfood-contact surfaces are not cleaned frequently enough. Three comp sink is basement is soiled--wash and sanitize
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.
2.1(A) - I. Employee Health - Management and Personnel - Employee Health
Inspector’s Notes
License holder did not ensure food employee(s) report certain diseases, symptoms or high risk situations as obligated by law including providing necessary additional information.
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.
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.
7.0(B) - X. Chemical - Working Containers - Common Name
Inspector’s Notes
Working containers of poisonous/toxic materials are not labeled.
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.
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. (Bar)
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.
4.4(P) - Warewashing equipment: Determining Chemical Sanitizer Concentration
Inspector’s Notes
Sanitizer concentration is not being monitored. No chlorine dispensed at final rinse of dish machine--may use three comp sink in basement to wash, rise and sanitize
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.
4.4(A)(2) - Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment
Inspector’s Notes
Equipment components were not intact, tight or properly adjusted. Walk in cooler holding temperature at 50 degrees F--Do not utilize until temperature is maintained at 40 degrees F. Walk in floor heavily rusted
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, Aug 7, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Feb 7, 2025
Approved - Minor Violations
2 recorded violations
notedCode 2.1(A)Employee health and hygiene
Official Wording
2.1(A) - I. Employee Health - Management and personnel: employee health
Inspector’s Notes
License holder did not require employee(s) to report certain diseases, symptoms or high risk situations as specified by law.
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.
notedCode 2.4(C)(13)Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
2.4(C)(13) - IV. Demonstration of Knowledge - Person in charge - duties
Inspector’s Notes
Employees are not properly trained in food safety.
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, Feb 7, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Jan 14, 2025
Not In Compliance
8 recorded violations
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. Faucet dripping at prep sink by dish machine--repair
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.
2.1(A) - I. Employee Health - Management and personnel: employee health
Inspector’s Notes
License holder did not require employee(s) to report certain diseases, symptoms or high risk situations as specified by law. Implement and maintain Employee Health Policy--information provided
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.
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. The State of Ohio requires Food Safety training. Classes may be taken on-line @ statefoodsafety.com
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.
Working containers of poisonous/toxic materials are not labeled. ID label all chemical spay bottles
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.
No/inadequate written procedures for response to vomiting/diarrheal events. Information provided
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.
There is no test kit available for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer. QAT strips need for three comp sink at bar
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 and/or components were not maintained in good working order. Walk in cooler in kitchen is holding temperature at 50 degrees F. Do not store any TCS foods in cooler until temperature is maintained at 40 degrees 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.
The floors coverings, walls coverings, or ceilings are not designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. Cracked floor tiles
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.
4.5(A)(2)(3) - Equipment, food-contact surfaces, nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils
Inspector’s Notes
Non-food contact surfaces are dirty. Interior of coolers are soiled--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.
Working containers of poisonous/toxic materials are not labeled. ID label chemical spray bottles
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.
There is no test kit available for measuring the concentration of the 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.
The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Perimeter of floors are soiled-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.
6.1(C)(1) - Facilities: Floor and wall junctures - coved, and enclosed or sealed
Inspector’s Notes
Floor and wall junctures not coved or not closed to no larger than =1/32 inch. Replace missing baseboards behind Range/grill area
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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jul 10, 2024 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Nov 6, 2023
Not Abated
12 recorded violations
notedCode 3717-1-04.8(F)Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
"3717-1-04.8(F) - Violation - Storage-prohibitions. Cleaned and sanitized equipment, utensils, laundered linens, or single-service or single-use articles were stored in a prohibited area."
Inspector’s Notes
"Storage-prohibitions.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment, utensils, laundered linens, or single-service or single-use articles were stored in a prohibited area. Discontinue storing boxes of cups etc directly on floor"
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.
"3717-1-05.4(N)(2) - Violation - Refuse/recyclables/returnables-covered outside Outdoor refuse/recyclables/returnables receptacles are not covered with tight fitting lids or doors."
Inspector’s Notes
"Refuse/recyclables/returnables-covered outside
Outdoor refuse/recyclables/returnables receptacles are not covered with tight fitting lids or doors."
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.
notedCode 3717-1-02.4(B)(2)(p)Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
"3717-1-02.4(B)(2)(p) - Violation - PIC Knowledge-explain complying with reporting responsibilities The person in charge shall be able to explain how the PIC, food employees, and conditional employees comply with reporting responsibilities and exclusion or restriction of food employees."
Inspector’s Notes
"OBSERVATION: PIC Knowledge-explain complying with reporting responsibilities
The person in charge shall be able to explain how the PIC, food employees, and conditional employees comply with reporting responsibilities and exclusion or restriction of food employees.
CORRECTIVE ACTION: Implement and maintain Employee Health Policy--information provided"
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.
"3717-1-02.4(C)(17) - Violation - PIC Duties -response plan for vomiting/diarrhea No/inadequate written procedures for response to vomiting/diarrheal events."
Inspector’s Notes
"PIC Duties -response plan for vomiting/diarrhea
No/inadequate written procedures for response to vomiting/diarrheal events. Information provided"
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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.
"3717-1-06.2(C) - Violation - Facilities-hand drying provision Handwashing lavatory had no, unapproved, or inoperable hand drying provision."
Inspector’s Notes
"Facilities-hand drying provision
Handwashing lavatory had no, unapproved, or inoperable hand drying provision. No disposable towels at hand sink in kitchen and Bar"
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.
"3717-1-06.4(L) - Violation - Facilities: Removing pests: The operator failed to remove dead pest(s) in a timely manner. "
Inspector’s Notes
"Facilities: Removing pests:
The operator failed to remove dead pest(s) in a timely manner. Observed dead roaches on glue trap in basement"
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.
notedCode 3717-1-04.2(B)(1)Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
"3717-1-04.2(B)(1) - Violation - Manual warewashing-sink compartment requirements. There is no 3-compartment sink in the facility. "
Inspector’s Notes
"Manual warewashing-sink compartment requirements.
There is no 3-compartment sink in Kitchen"
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.
"3717-1-04.5(D) - Violation - Non-food contact surfaces-Cleaning Frequency Nonfood-contact surfaces are not cleaned frequently enough."
Inspector’s Notes
"Non-food contact surfaces-Cleaning Frequency
Nonfood-contact surfaces are not cleaned frequently enough. Three comp sink at Bar is soiled"
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.
"3717-1-06.2(B) - Violation - Facilities-handwashing cleanser availability Each handwashing lavatory did not have a supply of hand cleanser."
Inspector’s Notes
"Facilities-handwashing cleanser availability
Each handwashing lavatory did not have a supply of hand cleanser. No soap at Bar hand sink"
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.
"3717-1-04.5(B)(1)(e) - Violation - Cleaning frequency-miscellaneous Food-contact surfaces or utensils not cleaned when they were contaminated."
Inspector’s Notes
"OBSERVATION: Cleaning frequency-miscellaneous
Food-contact surfaces or utensils not cleaned when they were contaminated. Observed mold on Ice Machine shield
CORRECTIVE ACTION: Drain, clean and sanitize Ice Machine"
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.