Cincinnati, OH

Coffee Emporium

110 E Central Pkwy

Last inspected Apr 13, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Approved - Minor Violations

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Quick Answers

When was Coffee Emporium last inspected?: The most recent inspection on record was on Apr 13, 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?: 7 inspections on record, from Dec 28, 2023 to Apr 13, 2026.
Has Coffee Emporium ever been closed by the health department?: No closure appears in the 7 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Dec 28, 2023.

The Full Inspection History

7 inspections

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Apr 13, 2026

Approved - Minor Violations

1 recorded violation

notedCode 3.4(F)(1)(b)Food temperature

Official Wording

3.4(F)(1)(b) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Time/Temperature Controlled for Safety Food - Cold Holding

Inspector’s Notes

TCS foods were being held at temperatures >41° F. Observed burritos held at >41F. Discontinue towel placement in containers. Ensure product is not overloaded.

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, Apr 13, 2026 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Nov 17, 2025

Approved - No Violations

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Nov 17, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Apr 29, 2025

Approved - No Violations

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Apr 29, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Nov 4, 2024

Approved - Minor Violations

1 recorded violation

notedCode 4.5(A)(2)(3)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

4.5(A)(2)(3) - Equipment, food-contact surfaces, nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils

Inspector’s Notes

Non-food contact surfaces are dirty. Observed dust accumulations around the corner and walls in the kitchen. Must be cleaned.

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, Nov 4, 2024 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Sep 16, 2024

Approved - Minor Violations

2 recorded violations

notedCode 4.5(A)(2)(3)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

4.5(A)(2)(3) - Equipment, food-contact surfaces, nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils

Inspector’s Notes

Non-food contact surfaces are dirty. Observed build up of dust on the hvac system above the food prep area. Must be cleaned to prevent possible contamination with food.

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(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.

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

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Sep 16, 2024 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Jan 2, 2024

Abated On-Site

2 recorded violations

notedCode 3717-1-03.4(F)(1)(b)Food temperature

Official Wording

"3717-1-03.4(F)(1)(b) - Violation - TCS-cold holding TCS foods were being held at temperatures >41° F."

Inspector’s Notes

"OBSERVATION: Half and Half was observed at 48F in Carafe at customer self-service counter. CORRECTIVE ACTION: Operator discarded."

In Plain English

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

notedCode 3717-1-04.4(P)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

"3717-1-04.4(P) - Violation - Warewashing equipment -sanitizer concentration. Sanitizer concentration is not being monitored."

Inspector’s Notes

"0ppm of sanitizer observed in dishmachine. Discovered an empty bottle and once replaced, sanitizer was observed."

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, Jan 2, 2024 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Dec 28, 2023

Not Abated

2 recorded violations

notedCode 3717-1-03.4(F)(1)(b)Food temperature

Official Wording

"3717-1-03.4(F)(1)(b) - Violation - TCS-cold holding TCS foods were being held at temperatures >41° F."

Inspector’s Notes

"OBSERVATION: Half and Half was observed at 48F in Carafe at customer self-service counter. CORRECTIVE ACTION: Operator discarded."

In Plain English

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

notedCode 3717-1-04.4(P)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

"3717-1-04.4(P) - Violation - Warewashing equipment -sanitizer concentration. Sanitizer concentration is not being monitored."

Inspector’s Notes

"0ppm of sanitizer observed in dishmachine. Discovered an empty bottle and once replaced, sanitizer was observed."

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, Dec 28, 2023 · Original Source