ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Oct 12, 2026
Approved - No Violations
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Oct 12, 2026 · Original Source
Approved - No Violations
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Quick Answers
- When was Lotus Thai & Sushi last inspected?
- The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 12, 2026. The result listed by Cincinnati Health Department was “Approved - No Violations”.
- Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
- No. No violations were recorded at the most recent inspection.
- How many inspections are on record?
- 8 inspections on record, from Oct 4, 2023 to Oct 12, 2026.
- Has Lotus Thai & Sushi ever been closed by the health department?
- No closure appears in the 8 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Oct 4, 2023.
The Full Inspection History
8 inspectionsROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Jun 5, 2026
Approved - Minor Violations
1 recorded violation
notedCode 3.2(Q)Contamination
Official Wording
3.2(Q) - Food Storage: Preventing Contamination from the Premises
Inspector’s Notes
Food items are not protected from contamination during storage. Observed food item containers stored on facility flooring. Discontinue practice.
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 contaminationOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jun 5, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Jan 5, 2026
Approved - Minor Violations
1 recorded violation
notedCode 3.2(Q)Contamination
Official Wording
3.2(Q) - Food Storage: Preventing Contamination from the Premises
Inspector’s Notes
Food items are not protected from contamination during storage. Observed boxed food items stored on facility flooring. Discontinue practice.
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 contaminationOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jan 5, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Jul 14, 2025
Approved - Minor Violations
4 recorded violations
notedCode 4.8(E)(1)(3)Equipment and utensils
Official Wording
4.8(E)(1)(3) - Single-Service Articles and Single-Use Articles - Storage
Inspector’s Notes
Single-service and single-use articles were not stored in the original protective package or were stored by means that did not protect them from contamination. Observed various packages of single-use articles stored on facility flooring.
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 issuesnotedCode 4.5(A)(1)Contamination
Official Wording
4.5(A)(1) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils: Clean to Sight and Touch
Inspector’s Notes
Food-contact surfaces were not clean to the sight and touch. Observed interior components of ice machine soiled with residues. PIC indicated equipment would be cleaned and sanitized prior to next usage. Increase cleaning frequency and maintain clean to site and touch. Supplemental supply of ice to be used interimly.
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 contaminationnotedCode 6.4(B)(1)Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
6.4(B)(1) - Cleaning- Frequency and Restrictions
Inspector’s Notes
The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Observed: 1. Various ceiling panels/vents with moderate accumulation of dust/residues in kitchen/storage areas. PIC indicated areas would be thoroughly cleaned. Maintain clean to sight and touch.
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 problemsnotedCode 3.2(Q)Contamination
Official Wording
3.2(Q) - Food Storage: Preventing Contamination from the Premises
Inspector’s Notes
Food items are not protected from contamination during storage. Observed bulk rice stored on facility flooring.
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 contaminationOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jul 14, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Feb 10, 2025
Approved - Minor Violations
1 recorded violation
notedCode 3.2(Q)Other
Official Wording
3.2(Q) - Food Storage
Inspector’s Notes
Food items are not protected from contamination during storage. Observed boxed/bagged bulk, shelf-stable foods stored on flooring. Discontinue practice.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Feb 10, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Jul 17, 2024
Approved - Minor Violations
1 recorded violation
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. Obtain, maintain and display Ohio Department of Health Food Protection Manager certificate for and within facility.
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 issuesOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jul 17, 2024 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Oct 11, 2023
Abated
7 recorded violations
notedCode 3717-1-03.2(A)(2)Handwashing
Official Wording
"3717-1-03.2(A)(2) - Violation - Bare Hand Contact RTE Food Food employee was touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands."
Inspector’s Notes
"Violation has been abated"
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.
More about handwashing problemsnotedCode 3717-1-04.4(N)Chemicals
Official Wording
"3717-1-04.4(N) - Violation - Warewashing Equipment-Chemical Sanitization A chemical sanitizer was unregistered, improperly used, or improperly produced."
Inspector’s Notes
"Violation has been abated"
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.
More about chemicals stored or used unsafelynotedCode 3717-1-03.2(C)(2)Contamination
Official Wording
"3717-1-03.2(C)(2) - Violation - Protection from Contamination-Food Storage Food is stored unwrapped or in uncovered containers."
Inspector’s Notes
"Violation has been abated"
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 contaminationnotedCode 3717-1-03.2(C)(1)(b)Contamination
Official Wording
"3717-1-03.2(C)(1)(b) - Violation - Protection from cross-contamination between species The food facility is not preventing cross contamination between different types of raw animal products."
Inspector’s Notes
"OBSERVATION: Protection from cross-contamination between species The food facility is not preventing cross contamination between different types of raw animal products. Observed various raw proteins stored on same tray in cooler. Discontinue practice. CORRECTIVE ACTION: PIC separated and stored proteins appropriately."
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 contaminationnotedCode 3717-1-04.4(A)(1)Equipment and utensils
Official Wording
"3717-1-04.4(A)(1) - Violation - Equipment-good repair and proper adjustment. Equipment and/or components were not maintained in good working order."
Inspector’s Notes
"Violation has been abated"
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 issuesnotedCode 3717-1-04.2(I)Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
"3717-1-04.2(I) - Violation - Sanitizing solutions-testing devices. There is no test kit available for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer."
Inspector’s Notes
"Violation has been abated"
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 problemsnotedCode 3701-21-02(H)Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
"3701-21-02(H) - Violation - Display of License FSO license not displayed onsite or mobile FSO does not display required information or not in required lettering."
Inspector’s Notes
"Violation has been abated"
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 issuesOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Oct 11, 2023 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Oct 4, 2023
Not Abated
8 recorded violations
notedCode 3717-1-02.4(A)(2)Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
"3717-1-02.4(A)(2) - Violation - PIC-Level 2 Certification No manager has level 2 certification in food protection."
Inspector’s Notes
"PIC-Level 2 Certification No manager has level 2 certification in food protection. Complete approved training course and provide Ohio Department of Health Food Protection Manager Certificate. Maintain/display certification on premises."
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 issuesnotedCode 3717-1-03.2(C)(1)(b)Contamination
Official Wording
"3717-1-03.2(C)(1)(b) - Violation - Protection from cross-contamination between species The food facility is not preventing cross contamination between different types of raw animal products."
Inspector’s Notes
"OBSERVATION: Protection from cross-contamination between species The food facility is not preventing cross contamination between different types of raw animal products. Observed various raw proteins stored on same tray in cooler. Discontinue practice. CORRECTIVE ACTION: PIC separated and stored proteins appropriately."
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 contaminationnotedCode 3717-1-03.2(C)(2)Contamination
Official Wording
"3717-1-03.2(C)(2) - Violation - Protection from Contamination-Food Storage Food is stored unwrapped or in uncovered containers."
Inspector’s Notes
"OBSERVATION: Protection from Contamination-Food Storage Food is stored unwrapped or in uncovered containers. Observed container of RTE chicken stored uncovered in cooler. CORRECTIVE ACTION: PIC covered container."
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 contaminationnotedCode 3717-1-04.4(N)Chemicals
Official Wording
"3717-1-04.4(N) - Violation - Warewashing Equipment-Chemical Sanitization A chemical sanitizer was unregistered, improperly used, or improperly produced."
Inspector’s Notes
"OBSERVATION: Warewashing Equipment-Chemical Sanitization A chemical sanitizer was unregistered, improperly used, or improperly produced. Observed mechanical dish equipment produce 0 PPM Chlorine/QAC sanitizer solution at final rinse. CORRECTIVE ACTION: PIC indicated service request would be placed for diagnostics/repairs of equipment. 3-comp sink/supplemental ware washing to be used interimly until necessary repairs are completed. Discontinue usage of equipment until necessary repairs are completed. PIC to provide copy of service invoice to Inspector upon receipt. PIC to ensure equipment checks (sanitizer checks and wash/final rinse temperature checks) are performed and verified throughout business day for all necessary equipment."
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.
More about chemicals stored or used unsafelynotedCode 3717-1-04.4(A)(1)Equipment and utensils
Official Wording
"3717-1-04.4(A)(1) - Violation - Equipment-good repair and proper adjustment. Equipment and/or components were not maintained in good working order."
Inspector’s Notes
"Equipment-good repair and proper adjustment. Equipment and/or components were not maintained in good working order. Observed mechanical dish machine in disrepair. Provide necessary repairs."
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 issuesnotedCode 3701-21-02(H)Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
"3701-21-02(H) - Violation - Display of License FSO license not displayed onsite or mobile FSO does not display required information or not in required lettering."
Inspector’s Notes
"Display of License FSO license not displayed onsite or mobile FSO does not display required information or not in required lettering. DIsplay current FSO license within facility."
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 issuesnotedCode 3717-1-04.2(I)Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
"3717-1-04.2(I) - Violation - Sanitizing solutions-testing devices. There is no test kit available for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer."
Inspector’s Notes
"Sanitizing solutions-testing devices. There is no test kit available for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer. Provide and maintain within facility."
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 problemsnotedCode 3717-1-03.2(A)(2)Handwashing
Official Wording
"3717-1-03.2(A)(2) - Violation - Bare Hand Contact RTE Food Food employee was touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands."
Inspector’s Notes
"OBSERVATION: Bare Hand Contact RTE Food Food employee was touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands. Observed food employee handle RTE tofu with bare hands. CORRECTIVE ACTION: Impacted product was discarded. Food employee washed hands and dawned gloves."
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.
More about handwashing problemsOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Oct 4, 2023 · Original Source