Cincinnati, OH

3 C Market

5640 Montgomery Rd

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Quick Answers

When was 3 C Market last inspected?: The most recent inspection on record was on Nov 5, 2026. The result listed by Cincinnati Health Department was “Not In Compliance”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?: Yes: 4 violations recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?: 9 inspections on record, from Feb 14, 2024 to Nov 5, 2026.
Has 3 C Market ever been closed by the health department?: No closure appears in the 9 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Feb 14, 2024.

The Full Inspection History

9 inspections

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Nov 5, 2026

Not In Compliance

4 recorded violations

notedCode 6.2(B)Handwashing

Official Wording

6.2(B) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Handwashing Cleanser - Availability

Inspector’s Notes

Each handwashing lavatory did not have a supply of hand cleanser.

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 2.4(C)(16)Employee health and hygiene

Official Wording

2.4(C)(16) - I. Employee Health - Person in Charge - Duties

Inspector’s Notes

Food employees and conditional employees are not informed in a verifiable manner of their responsibilities to report to the person in charge, information about their health as it relates to diseases transmissible through food. Operator was unaware of a health policy that is needed since pickles are being handled in the store. Gave PIC policy to have each employee to read and sign.

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 2.4(C)(4)Permits, training, and postings

Official Wording

2.4(C)(4) - IV. Demonstration of Knowledge - Person in charge - duties

Inspector’s Notes

The person in charge was not ensuring that employees were effectively cleaning their hands as required. Hand sink next to 3-comp sink is full of items and is not being used, hand sink next to coffee machine is not in working condition. Spoke with PIC about having a hand sink available since pickles are being handed to customers.

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.

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

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Nov 5, 2026 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Jun 11, 2026

Approved - Minor Violations

1 recorded violation

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. Purchase chlorine test strips to verify concentration of sanitizer when you clean utensils for pickles and coffee pot.

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, Jun 11, 2026 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Jun 4, 2026

Not In Compliance

6 recorded violations

notedCode 2.4(C)(4)Permits, training, and postings

Official Wording

2.4(C)(4) - IV. Demonstration of Knowledge - Person in charge - duties

Inspector’s Notes

The person in charge was not ensuring that employees were effectively cleaning their hands as required. Person in charge is not ensuring employees are washing hands before handling food products(pickles) or making coffee.

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(B)Handwashing

Official Wording

6.2(B) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Handwashing Cleanser - Availability

Inspector’s Notes

Each handwashing lavatory did not have a supply of hand cleanser. Observed no hand soap at sink for employees to wash hands.

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 3.1(A)(3)Food source and labeling

Official Wording

3.1(A)(3) - V. Food from Approved Source - Sources - Compliance with Food Law

Inspector’s Notes

Food is not properly labeled on the container or package. Observed frozen White Castle sliders without proper food labeling. Had PIC remove from sale until box or ingredient labels are 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 2.4(C)(12)Permits, training, and postings

Official Wording

2.4(C)(12) - IV. Demonstration of Knowledge - Person in charge - duties

Inspector’s Notes

The person in charge is not ensuring that employees are properly sanitizing equipment or utensils. Person in charge was not knowledgeable about sanitizing dishes when needed. No sanitizer or test strips available.

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 5.1(O)(2)Handwashing

Official Wording

5.1(O)(2) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Using a handwashing sink - Operation and Maintenance

Inspector’s Notes

Handwashing facility is being used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed cans and bottles covering back hand sink and preventing employees from washing hands.

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 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. No chlorine test strips available to test 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jun 4, 2026 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

May 28, 2026

Not In Compliance

6 recorded violations

notedCode 6.2(B)Handwashing

Official Wording

6.2(B) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Handwashing Cleanser - Availability

Inspector’s Notes

Each handwashing lavatory did not have a supply of hand cleanser. Observed hand sink next to coffee machine without hand soap. Please make sure all hand sinks are fully stocked.

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 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

notedCode 3.1(A)(3)Food source and labeling

Official Wording

3.1(A)(3) - V. Food from Approved Source - Sources - Compliance with Food Law

Inspector’s Notes

Food is not properly labeled on the container or package. Observed frozen White Castle sliders outside original box for sale. Missing label information with allergens and ingredients for consumers to see.

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 2.4(C)(12)Permits, training, and postings

Official Wording

2.4(C)(12) - IV. Demonstration of Knowledge - Person in charge - duties

Inspector’s Notes

The person in charge is not ensuring that employees are properly sanitizing equipment or utensils. PIC was not knowledgeable about sanitizing dishes after washing and rinsing.

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 5.1(O)(1)Handwashing

Official Wording

5.1(O)(1) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Using a handwashing sink - Operation and Maintenance

Inspector’s Notes

Access to handwashing facility blocked. Observed hand sink next to 3-comp sink blocked with return to vendor items. Please clean and make hand sink available at all times.

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 4.4(P)Chemicals

Official Wording

4.4(P) - Warewashing equipment: Determining Chemical Sanitizer Concentration

Inspector’s Notes

Sanitizer concentration is not being monitored.

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.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, May 28, 2026 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Nov 10, 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. Ice covers the inside of 4 reach in freezers.

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 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 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.

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(A)Facility maintenance

Official Wording

6.4(A) - Repairing

Inspector’s Notes

The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair. Damaged ceiling tiles tho=roughout the premises.

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.

More about building upkeep issues

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Nov 10, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Jul 30, 2025

Approved - Minor Violations

2 recorded violations

notedCode 4.1(P)Equipment and utensils

Official Wording

4.1(P) - Equipment Openings - Closures and Deflectors

Inspector’s Notes

Equipment closure does not overlap openings, flanged upward, water tight for equipment. Walk in cooler door have torn gasket.

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(D)(1)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

6.4(D)(1) - Cleaning Ventilation Systems- Nuisance and Discharge

Inspector’s Notes

Intake and exhaust air ducts are a source of contamination by dust, dirt, and other materials.

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 30, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Dec 23, 2024

Approved - Minor Violations

1 recorded violation

notedCode 6.4(A)Facility maintenance

Official Wording

6.4(A) - Facilities: Maintenance: Good repair

Inspector’s Notes

The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair. Damaged celing tiles . Replace damaged celing 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.

More about building upkeep issues

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Dec 23, 2024 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Jul 9, 2024

Approved - Minor Violations

3 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. Shelves for he coolers need to be cleaned more often

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 6.2(C)Handwashing

Official Wording

6.2(C) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Facilities

Inspector’s Notes

Handwashing lavatory had no, unapproved, or inoperable hand drying provision. No paper towels or any approved hand drying provition in the rest room .

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 4.1(Y)Food temperature

Official Wording

4.1(Y) - Temperature Measuring Devices

Inspector’s Notes

Temperature measuring devices are missing, not correctly placed, not readable, or of improper design. Missing thermometers for the coolers 7up ,one pepsi, coca cola, and ever fresh .

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 9, 2024 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Feb 14, 2024

Not Abated

3 recorded violations

notedCode 3717-1-04.5(A)(2)(3)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

"3717-1-04.5(A)(3) - Violation - Equipment cleanliness-Nonfood-contact Non-food contact surfaces are dirty."

Inspector’s Notes

"Shelves for the walk in cooler are not clean . Bottom shelf for the seven up cooler is not clean Non-food contact surfaces are dirty. Clean all the shelves maintain 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

notedCode 3717-1-06.4(A)Facility maintenance

Official Wording

"3717-1-06.4(A) - Violation - Facilities: Maintenance: Good repair The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair."

Inspector’s Notes

"Damaged celling tiles in the restroom and couple in the retail area The physical facility shall be maintained in good repair."

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.

More about building upkeep issues

notedCode 3717-1-06.4(N)Facility maintenance

Official Wording

"3717-1-06.4(N) - Violation - Maintaining premises: unnecessary items and litter. There are unnecessary or nonfunctional items and /or litter on the premises. "

Inspector’s Notes

"There are unnecessary or nonfunctional items and /or litter on the premises."

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.

More about building upkeep issues

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Feb 14, 2024 · Original Source