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Cincinnati, OH

Bloom Otr

1120 Walnut St

Last inspected Oct 9, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Approved - Minor Violations
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When was Bloom Otr last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 9, 2026. The result listed by Cincinnati Health Department was “Approved - Minor Violations”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 6 violations recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
3 inspections on record, from Jul 18, 2025 to Oct 9, 2026.
Has Bloom Otr ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 3 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Jul 18, 2025.

The Full Inspection History

3 inspections

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Oct 9, 2026

Approved - Minor Violations

6 recorded violations

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. Observed boxes of disposable cups etc stored directly on floor--store six inches off 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 7.0(B)Chemicals

Official Wording

7.0(B) - X. Chemical - Working Containers - Common Name

Inspector’s Notes

Working containers of poisonous/toxic materials are not labeled. ID label all chemical spray bottles. +COS

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
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 4.5(A)(1)Contamination

Official Wording

4.5(A)(1) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils: Clean to Sight and Touch

Inspector’s Notes

Food-contact surfaces were not clean to the sight and touch. Observed mold on Ice machine shield X 2--Drain clean and sanitize. +COS

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 4.2(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. Chlorine strips needed

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 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. Maintain dumpster lids closed

In Plain English

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

More about other finding

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Oct 9, 2026 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Aug 1, 2025

Approved - Violations Abated

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Aug 1, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Jul 18, 2025

Not In Compliance

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. Biofilm growth was observed inside the drip guards at the bar. These components must be cleaned regularly to prevent microbial growth and maintain cleanliness.

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 7.0(B)Chemicals

Official Wording

7.0(B) - X. Chemical - Working Containers - Common Name

Inspector’s Notes

Working containers of poisonous/toxic materials are not labeled. Observed working spray bottles with sanitizing solution is not labeled. PIC pulled the bottles to be 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.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely
notedCode 4.5(A)(1)Contamination

Official Wording

4.5(A)(1) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils: Clean to Sight and Touch

Inspector’s Notes

Food-contact surfaces were not clean to the sight and touch. 1. Observed biofilm growth inside of the ice machines. To ensure proper sanitation, all ice must be discarded, and the interior surfaces thoroughly cleaned and sanitized before returning the machine to uses. 2. Observed that the inside of the soda gun nozzles are soiled. Must be cleaned.

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(K)Equipment and utensils

Official Wording

3.2(K) - In-use utensils - between-use storage

Inspector’s Notes

In-use utensils are improperly stored. Observed ice scoops stored on counters and non clean surfaces, which can lead to contamination. Ice dispensing utensils must be stored in a clean, designated container outside the ice machine to prevent contamination and ensure food safety.

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, Jul 18, 2025 · Original Source

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