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Quick Answers
When was Bonbonerie Inc last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 26, 2026. The result listed by Cincinnati Health Department was “Approved - Minor Violations”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 1 violation recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
8 inspections on record, from Jan 11, 2024 to Oct 26, 2026.
Has Bonbonerie Inc ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 8 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Jan 11, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
8 inspections
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Oct 26, 2026
Approved - Minor Violations
1 recorded violation
notedCode 6.1(M)Other
Official Wording
6.1(M) - Outer Openings - Protected
Inspector’s Notes
Outer openings of a food facility were not protected against the entry of insects and rodents.
Observed gaps around the back exterior door that do not protect against the entry of insects and rodents.
Ensure the gaps around the back exterior door are sealed.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Oct 26, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Jun 2, 2026
Approved - Minor Violations
3 recorded violations
notedCode 6.2(E)Handwashing
Official Wording
6.2(E) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Handwashing Signage
Inspector’s Notes
A handwashing sign was not posted at all handwashing lavatories.
Observed no hand-washing sign in the restroom by the employee break area.
PIC placed hand-washing signage in the restroom.
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.
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.
Observed milk and cream cartons that were not properly date marked.
Ensure ready-to-eat, TCS food that are prepared in a food processing plant and subsequently opened are date marked.
PIC date marked the milk and cream.
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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.
In-use utensils are improperly stored.
Observed in-use utensils stored in water that was at 109 degrees Fahrenheit.
Ensure in-use utensils are stored in water >135 degrees Fahrenheit.
PIC replaced the utensils and turned up the hot plate to maintain water temperatures >135 degrees Fahrenheit.
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, Jun 2, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Jan 12, 2026
Approved - Minor Violations
1 recorded violation
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.
Sanitizer buckets sanitizer concentration was 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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jan 12, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Jun 26, 2025
Approved - Violations Abated
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jun 26, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
May 23, 2025
Not In Compliance
1 recorded violation
notedCode 5.3(C)Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
5.3(C) - Backflow Prevention
Inspector’s Notes
An indirect connection as specified by the Ohio Plumbing Code was not provided between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food, portable equipment, or utensils are placed. Observed dishwasher not indirectly wasted per Ohio Plumbing Code. PIC said that they would contact a plumber to have dishwasher indirectly wasted.
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.
Food is not properly labeled. Observed pound cake that had a contains statement that did not include egg though egg was listed as an ingredient.
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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jul 31, 2024 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Jan 11, 2024
Not Abated
2 recorded violations
notedCode 901:3-4-07Equipment and utensils
Official Wording
"901:3-4-07 - Violation - Approval of Facility Layout Equipment Specs Facility constructed or equipment installed without prior written approval from the licensor."
Inspector’s Notes
"Approval of Facility Layout Equipment Specs
Facility constructed or equipment installed without prior written approval from the licensor (new Walk in)."
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.
"3717-1-03.5(C) - Violation - Food labels-required information Food is not properly labeled."
Inspector’s Notes
"Contains statement did not have coconut listed with other allergens (though it is listed in ingredients). PIC said that label would be adjusted to have coconut in contains statement."
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.