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Quick Answers
When was El Valle Verde Super Market LLC last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Nov 5, 2026. The result listed by Cincinnati Health Department was “Approved - Minor Violations”.
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?
6 inspections on record, from Jul 31, 2024 to Nov 5, 2026.
Has El Valle Verde Super Market LLC ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 6 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Jul 31, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
6 inspections
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Nov 5, 2026
Approved - Minor Violations
4 recorded violations
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 at both back doors. Ensure doors are tight fitting.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
5.1(C)(1) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Handwashing facility - Installation
Inspector’s Notes
Handwashing sink does not provide water at least 85° F.
Found no hot water available at hand sink. Valve had been turned off. Ensure hot water is always available at hand sinks for proper handwashing. Corrected.
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.
The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair.
Observed light not working properly in walk in freezer. Ensure to keep in good repair so proper lighting is available.
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.
Embargo of Food: Food suspected of being adulterated, or misbranded or baby food is expired.
Observed 25 cans of expired baby food. Ensure to monitor expiration dates on baby food. Person in charge removed from shelf to be discarded.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Nov 5, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Sep 10, 2026
Approved - Minor Violations
3 recorded violations
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 back door with gap at bottom and other back door with gap between the doors. Ensure doors are tight fitting.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair.
Observed damaged floor near prep area by back door, coving coming off the wall near 3 compartment sink, and light in walk in freezer downstairs not operating properly. Ensure to keep the facility in good repair so everything is smooth and easily cleanable and proper lighting is available.
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.
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.
No paper towels at hand sink. Corrected during inspection.
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, Sep 10, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Jan 9, 2026
Approved - Minor Violations
3 recorded violations
notedCode 3.5(C)Food source and labeling
Official Wording
3.5(C) - Food Labeling
Inspector’s Notes
Food is not properly labeled.
No ingredients information on individualy packed contatainers of deserts and other packaged food for self serve. REPEAT VIOLATION.
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.
3.2(C)(1)(H) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Packaged and Unpackaged Food - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation
Inspector’s Notes
Food is stored unwrapped or in uncovered containers.
Baking good stored uncovered in the front. Keep all food covered during storage. Corrected on site.
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.
5.4(K) - Storing Refuse, Recyclables, and Returnables
Inspector’s Notes
Refuse/recyclables/returnables accessible to insects or rodents.
Missing and open lid on outside dumpster. Keep lids closed to prevent entry of insects and rodents.
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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jan 9, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Jul 22, 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.
Soiled exhaust fan in walk in in the basement.
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.
Food is not properly labeled.
No ingridients information on Charrones and other self serve food items packed in store for indivisual sale. Provide ingridiants information
Some products on shelf with out the name of the content in the package. REPEAT VIOLAITON.
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.
3 - V. Food from Approved Source - Food Safe, Unadulterated and Honestly Presented
Inspector’s Notes
Food is either unsafe, adulterated or not honestly presented.
Observed bugs in paket of chilis on shelf for self serve. Corrected on site. Check food properly before put it on shelf for comsuption. .
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.
The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair.
Light was not working properly in walk in freezer in the basement. Repair or replace.
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.
The operator failed to remove dead pest(s) in a timely manner.
Observed dead roaches on bait. Remove dead pest in timely manner. Corrected on site.
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.
Working containers of poisonous/toxic materials are not labeled.
Unlabeled containers of chemicals in meat cutting area. Labele all chemical working containers properly. REPEAT VIOLATION. Corrected on site.
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.
Cutting surface(s) unable to be effectively cleaned and sanitized.
Observed cutting board with deep cuts and mold or dirt in grooves. Discard all cutting surfaces which are not cleanable. Correceted on site.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Poisonous/toxic materials are stored in a manner that could contaminate food, equipment, utensils, linens, or single-service or single-use articles.
Windex stored with food on bottom shelf of steel table by entrance in meat cutting area. Keep chemicals away from food and food contact surfaces to prevent contamination. Corrected on site.
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.
Food product labels are not in compliance with identity requirements.
No ingredients information on food containers on sale for self serve in cold case and on rack across meat case. Provide required information or remove food from self serve.
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, Dec 10, 2024 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Jul 31, 2024
Not In Compliance
11 recorded violations
notedCode 3.2(C)(2)Contamination
Official Wording
3.2(C)(2) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Protection from cross
Inspector’s Notes
The food facility is not preventing cross contamination between different types of raw animal products.
Observed chicken stored with and above beef in glass door cooler in meat area. Must keep chicken below fish, beef and pork to prevent contamination.
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.
The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair.
Ceiling leaking above laundry detergent containers. Fix leak.
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.
The operator failed to remove dead pest(s) in a timely manner.
Observed dead mouse on glue trap by hot water heater.
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.
The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests is not being adequately controlled or minimized.
Observed lots of mice droppings on basement floor below metal shelves wher food stored. Clean all droppings and whole basement floor and check for fresh droppings to ensure there is no mice activity in the floor. Increase pest control if needed.
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.
Consumer warnings were not provided.
Unlabeled and no ingridients information on self serve food. Provide required information on all packaged food put for self serve.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
6.4(H) - Facilities: Cleaning of plumbing fixtures
Inspector’s Notes
Plumbing fixtures are being kept clean and maintained.
Soiled hand washing sink in meat cutting area. Observed mold in drain. Clean hand washing sink thoruoughly and regularly.
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.
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 at hand washing sink in meat cutting area. REPEAT VIOLATION.
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.
4.5(A)(1) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Equipment cleanliness
Inspector’s Notes
Food-contact surfaces were dirty.
Dirty knives put in knife holder with clean knives. Must clean knives before put on knife holders with clean knives.
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.
3.2(C)(1) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Preventing Contamination by Separation, Packaging, and Segregation
Inspector’s Notes
Ready-to-eat food was not protected from cross-contamination by raw animal food.
Ready to eat food cheese,deli meat etc stored with raw beef in glass door cooler in meat area. Keep ready to eat food above all raw animal food to prevent contamination.
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.