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Quick Answers
When was Cincinnati Museum Center (Coffee Cart) last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 13, 2026. The result listed by Cincinnati Health Department was “Approved - Minor Violations”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 2 violations recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
9 inspections on record, from Nov 3, 2023 to Oct 13, 2026.
Has Cincinnati Museum Center (Coffee Cart) ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 9 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Nov 3, 2023.
The Full Inspection History
9 inspections
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Oct 13, 2026
Approved - Minor Violations
2 recorded violations
notedCode 5.1(L)(1)Handwashing
Official Wording
5.1(L)(1) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Handwashing Sinks - Location and Placement
Inspector’s Notes
Handwashing facility is not located to allow convenient use by employees.
Handwashing located at create cafe
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.
notedCode 3701-21-25 (K)Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
3701-21-25 (K) - Person in Charge Certification in Food Protection FSO
Inspector’s Notes
No person in charge certified in food protection was at the FSO where it is needed.
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 13, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Oct 1, 2026
Not In Compliance
4 recorded violations
notedCode 3.4(G)(4)Food temperature
Official Wording
3.4(G)(4) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Ready-to-eat, TCS - date marking
Inspector’s Notes
Date marking was not done in a consistent manner according to the code.
Observed missing discard dates on items in reach in cooler. Discard dates were placed on items. +COS
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.
notedCode 3701-21-25 (K)Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
3701-21-25 (K) - Person in Charge Certification in Food Protection FSO
Inspector’s Notes
No person in charge certified in food protection was at the FSO where it is needed.
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.
A food label did not include the name of the food source of each major food allergen contained in a food unless the food source is already part of the common or usual name of the respective ingredient.
Observed missing ingredients on ingredient list of items in grab and go cooler. Provide all ingredients for grab and go items.
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.
5.1(L)(1) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Handwashing Sinks - Location and Placement
Inspector’s Notes
Handwashing facility is not located to allow convenient use by employees.
Handwashing sink for facility is located in Create Cafe.
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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Oct 1, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
May 6, 2026
Approved - Minor Violations
2 recorded violations
notedCode 6.4(K)Pests
Official Wording
6.4(K) - Controlling Pests
Inspector’s Notes
The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests is not being adequately controlled or minimized.
Observed pest presence in back lower drawer. Drawer was cleaned. Pest control operator treats facility weekly. +COS
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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, May 6, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Dec 2, 2025
Approved - Violations Abated
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Dec 2, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Nov 24, 2025
Not In Compliance
2 recorded violations
notedCode 4.5(A)(2)(3)Food temperature
Official Wording
4.5(A)(2)(3) - Food-Contact Surfaces of Cooking Equipment and Pans and Nonfood-Contact Surfaces Equipment
Inspector’s Notes
The food contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans and Nonfood contact surfaces of equipment are to be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
1. Observed a buildup of frost within the "HelloGoodness" cooler. It must be cleaned.
2. Observed a buildup within the cabinet under the cash register. It must be cleaned.
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.
The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests is not being adequately controlled or minimized.
Observed rodent droppings on floor around equipment. The presence of rodents must be adequately controlled.
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.