ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Nov 3, 2026
9 recorded violations
Official Wording
4.5(D) - Nonfood-contact surfaces - cleaning frequency
Inspector’s Notes
Nonfood-contact surfaces are not cleaned frequently enough. Exterior of bulk food containers are soiled-clean
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.
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3.5(D)(6) - Other Forms of Information
Inspector’s Notes
The license holder did not notify customers of the presence of major allergens as an ingredient in unpackaged food items served or sold to the customer. Provided allergen disclaimer for counter. Will send preferred verbiage for allergen on menu
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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5.1(S)(2) - Plumbing System- Maintained in Good Repair
Inspector’s Notes
Plumbing system is not maintained in good repair. Observed drip at base of faucet at three compartment sink in kitchen-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.
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7.0(B) - X. Chemical - Working Containers - Common Name
Inspector’s Notes
Working containers of poisonous/toxic materials are not labeled. Observed unlabeled chemical spray bottle--Discarded. +COS
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.
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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 expired stewed tomatoes, dressings, quinoa etc. Discarded. PIC to assure all TCS foods are disposed of as per Ohio Food Code. +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.
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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 pancake batter held at 68 degrees F--Discarded. Maintain cold TCS foods at 41 degrees F or below. When using an Ice Bath assure containers of food are submerged into ice up to product line. +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.
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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. Soiled can opener blade. +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.
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6.1(A) - Floors, walls, and ceilings
Inspector’s Notes
The floors coverings, walls coverings, or ceilings are not designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. Observed chipped paint on dish room floor
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.
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4.3(B)(2) - Fixed equipment installation - Spacing or Sealing
Inspector’s Notes
Equipment is not sealed to the surface or allow for ease of cleaning. Re-caulk along edges of hand sink in prep station area
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 issuesOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Nov 3, 2026 · Original Source