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Cincinnati, OH

Larosa's Queensgate

1250 W 8th St

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

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Approved - Minor Violations
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When was Larosa's Queensgate 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: 5 violations recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
6 inspections on record, from Jun 11, 2024 to Oct 13, 2026.
Has Larosa's Queensgate ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 6 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Jun 11, 2024.

The Full Inspection History

6 inspections

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Oct 13, 2026

Approved - Minor Violations

5 recorded violations

notedCode 4.4(A)(2)Equipment and utensils

Official Wording

4.4(A)(2) - Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment

Inspector’s Notes

Equipment components were not intact, tight or properly adjusted. Observed gasket on top freezer near fryer area in disrepair. PIC assured gaskets have been obtained and will be placed on.

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 5.1(S)(2)Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official Wording

5.1(S)(2) - Plumbing System- Maintained in Good Repair

Inspector’s Notes

Plumbing system is not maintained in good repair. Observed leak in handsink plumbing near dish machine. Repair.

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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems
notedCode 3.4(H)(1)Food temperature

Official Wording

3.4(H)(1) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Ready-to-eat, TCS - disposition

Inspector’s Notes

Ready-to-eat, TCS food was not discarded by the date mark, or was undated and not discarded or was not discarded when the date mark exceeded the required time/temperature combination. Observed onions being held beyond discard time. Onions were discarded. +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.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
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 garlic butter holding at room temperature for longer than 4 hours. Garlic butter was discarded. +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.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
notedCode 4.1(C)(1-4)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

4.1(C)(1-4) - Food Contact Surfaces Cleanability

Inspector’s Notes

Multiuse food-contact surfaces were not smooth or free of breaks, open seams, cracks, chips, inclusions, pits, sharp internal angles, space corners, or crevices. Observed utensils and containers with cracks and inclusions. Items were discarded. +COS

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, Oct 13, 2026 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

May 18, 2026

Approved - Minor Violations

5 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. Observed build up on vents inside drink cooler. Clean more frequently.

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 5.1(S)(2)Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official Wording

5.1(S)(2) - Plumbing System- Maintained in Good Repair

Inspector’s Notes

Plumbing system is not maintained in good repair. Observed leak in back hand sink in prep area. Repair.

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.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems
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 buttermilk ranch being left out at room temperature when instructions dictate it must be refrigerated. Ranch was voluntarily disposed and will be kept under refrigeration. +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.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
notedCode 3.2(C)(1)(H)Contamination

Official Wording

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. Observed uncovered dough in the freezer. Dough was covered. +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 4.0(I)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

4.0(I) - Nonfood-Contact Surfaces - Materials

Inspector’s Notes

The nonfood contact surface is no longer corrosion -resistant, nonabsorbent and/or smooth. Observed metal racks in walk in cooler no longer corrosion resistant. Replace or make corrosion resistant.

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, May 18, 2026 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Dec 9, 2025

Approved - No Violations

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Dec 9, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Apr 17, 2025

Approved - Minor Violations

1 recorded violation

notedCode 2.4(A)(3)Permits, training, and postings

Official Wording

2.4(A)(3) - IV. Demonstration of Knowledge - Certified Manager

Inspector’s Notes

No manager had Ohio manager 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, Apr 17, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Jan 28, 2025

Approved - Minor Violations

2 recorded violations

notedCode 6.4(B)(1)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

6.4(B)(1) - Facilities: Cleaning: Frequency

Inspector’s Notes

The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Observed a buildup of ice within the walk-in freezer. It 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
notedCode 6.4(D)(1)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

6.4(D)(1) - Facilities: Ventilation systems: Cleaning

Inspector’s Notes

Intake and exhaust air ducts are a source of contamination by dust, dirt, and other materials. Observed a buildup of grease and dust on the ventilation hood. It 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, Jan 28, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Jun 11, 2024

Approved - Minor Violations

3 recorded violations

notedCode 6.4(N)Facility maintenance

Official Wording

6.4(N) - Maintaining premises: unnecessary items and litter.

Inspector’s Notes

There are unnecessary or nonfunctional items and /or litter on the premises. Observed freezers and coolers in the facility that are unnecessary or nonfunctional. They must be used or removed.

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.

More about building upkeep issues
notedCode 5.4(H)Other

Official Wording

5.4(H) - Toilet room receptacle - covered

Inspector’s Notes

There is no covered receptacle in women's/unisex bathroom.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
notedCode 4.4(D)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

4.4(D) - Warewashing equipment

Inspector’s Notes

Warewashing equipment and/or components were not cleaned throughout the day or before use. Observed a buildup in the dishwasher. It must be cleaned more frequently.

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, Jun 11, 2024 · Original Source

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