ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Sep 30, 2026
Approved - No Violations
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Sep 30, 2026 · Original Source
Approved - No Violations
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Quick Answers
- When was Twin Towers Inc last inspected?
- The most recent inspection on record was on Sep 30, 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 Dec 4, 2023 to Sep 30, 2026.
- Has Twin Towers Inc ever been closed by the health department?
- No closure appears in the 8 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Dec 4, 2023.
The Full Inspection History
8 inspectionsROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Apr 9, 2026
Approved - Minor Violations
4 recorded violations
notedCode 3.4(C)Food temperature
Official Wording
3.4(C) - Thawing TCS
Inspector’s Notes
TCS food was improperly thawed. Observed frozen foods thawing in stagnant water on counter--Discarded
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 temperaturenotedCode 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 soiled kettle plug. PIC to assure plugs are removed and washed/sanitized after each use
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 4.3(B)(2)Equipment and utensils
Official Wording
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. Caulk along edges of damaging in kitchen
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 5.4(P)Facility maintenance
Official Wording
5.4(P) - Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures
Inspector’s Notes
A storage area and enclosure for refuse, recyclables, or returnables is to be maintained clean and free of unnecessary items, that is nonfunctional or longer used; and litter. Area around trash compactor is soiled--clean and maintain clean
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 issuesOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Apr 9, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Nov 18, 2025
Approved - Minor Violations
6 recorded violations
notedCode 4.5(C)Food temperature
Official Wording
4.5(C) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Cooking and Baking Equipment - Cleaning Frequency
Inspector’s Notes
Food contact surfaces of cooking and baking equipment or cavities and door seals of microwaves were not cleaned frequently enough. Soiled microwave ceiling. Clean microwave regularly.
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 temperaturenotedCode 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. Pasta and balonga held on temp. 56 F. Keep cold food on temp.41 F or less to prevent growth of bacterias.
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 temperaturenotedCode 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 dirt on side of ice machine on right of white sheild. Clean ice machine thoroughly.
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. Soiled vent above dishwasher and in kitchen above food prep. area. Clean vent regularly to prevent accumulation of dirt and dust.
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(Y)Contamination
Official Wording
3.2(Y) - Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination
Inspector’s Notes
Miscellaneous sources of contamination observed. Employee food stored with consumer's items. Personal key chain was on food prep. Sink. Keep all personal items in separate space away from consumer's food and food contac surfaces.
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 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. Gap in filters under the hood.
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 18, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
May 7, 2025
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. Rusty shelves in assisted living upright cooler. Clean and Repaint with food grade paint.
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(D)Other
Official Wording
3.2(D) - Food Storage Containers - Identified with Common Name of Food
Inspector’s Notes
Working containers of food are not properly labeled. Unlabeled water bottle.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 3.3(I)(1)Food temperature
Official Wording
3.3(I)(1) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Reheating For Hot Holding
Inspector’s Notes
Reheated TCS food was not heated to 165°F or roasts were not properly reheated. Food did not reheated to 165 F for 15 second before put on hot holding. Must reheat food to 165 F to get rid of bacterial growth if any.
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 temperaturenotedCode 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. TCS food held in temp. danger zone due to reheating procedure did not followed properly.
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 temperaturenotedCode 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. Mold on caulk behind spray assembly in dish washing area. Clean and replace caulk. Soiled ceiling vent in food prep. area. Clean vents regularly.
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 problemsOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, May 7, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Dec 19, 2024
Approved - Minor Violations
5 recorded violations
notedCode 3.2(D)Other
Official Wording
3.2(D) - Food Storage containers
Inspector’s Notes
Working containers of food are not properly labeled. Unlabeled water bottle.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 4.5(B)(5)Contamination
Official Wording
4.5(B)(5) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Cleaning Frequency
Inspector’s Notes
Surfaces of utensils or equipment contacting non-TCS food were not cleaned at appropriate frequency. Observed some slime build up inside ice machine by white shield's nut on right. Discard ice clean and sanitize ice machine. Clean all parts and spaces in machine thoroughly. 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.
More about food not protected from contaminationnotedCode 6.4(A)Facility maintenance
Official Wording
6.4(A) - Facilities: Maintenance: Good repair
Inspector’s Notes
The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair. Holes on the wall above counter food prep. area. where cart stored.
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 issuesnotedCode 4.4(A)(1)Equipment and utensils
Official Wording
4.4(A)(1) - Equipment
Inspector’s Notes
Equipment and/or components were not maintained in good working order. Observed gaps in filter under the hood. Filters were on oreder per person in charge.
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 4.8(G)(1)Other
Official Wording
4.8(G)(1) - Kitchenware and tableware
Inspector’s Notes
Single-service or single-use articles or cleaned and sanitized utensils were not handled, displayed, and dispensed so that contamination of food-and lip-contact surfaces is prevented. Clean spoon stored handles down. Keep clean utensils handles up to protect food and lip contact surfaces.
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, Dec 19, 2024 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Jun 18, 2024
Approved - Minor Violations
3 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. Soiled ceiling vent in cooking area.
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 6.4(H)Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
6.4(H) - Facilities: Cleaning of plumbing fixtures
Inspector’s Notes
Plumbing fixtures are being kept clean and maintained. Soiled hand washing sink in dish room.
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 problemsnotedCode 6.4(A)Facility maintenance
Official Wording
6.4(A) - Facilities: Maintenance: Good repair
Inspector’s Notes
The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair. Tile missing in assisted living area prep. room.
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 issuesOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jun 18, 2024 · Original Source
COMPLAINT - COMPLAINT
Feb 22, 2024
CLOS-NO - No Violations Found
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Feb 22, 2024 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Dec 4, 2023
Not Abated
8 recorded violations
notedCode 3717-1-06.1(C)(1)Facility maintenance
Official Wording
"3717-1-06.1(C)(1) - Violation - Facilities-floor and wall juncture covered Floor and wall junctures not coved or not closed to no larger than =1/32 inch."
Inspector’s Notes
"Facilities-floor and wall juncture covered Floor and wall junctures not coved or not closed to no larger than =1/32 inch. Replace and reseal covebase in walk in cooler D-9"
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 issuesnotedCode 3717-1-06.1(C)(2)Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
"3717-1-06.1(C)(2) - Violation - Facilities-floor water flush Where water flush cleaning used, the floors were not drained, not graded to drain, or the floor/wall junctures were not coved and sealed."
Inspector’s Notes
"Facilities-floor water flush Where water flush cleaning used, the floors were not drained, not graded to drain, or the floor/wall junctures were not coved and sealed. Observed puddled water in dish room--Floors must be graded to drain"
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 problemsnotedCode 3717-1-03.2(C)(1)(a)Contamination
Official Wording
"3717-1-03.2(C)(1)(a) - Violation - Preventing Contamination by Separation, Packaging, and Segregation Ready-to-eat food was not protected from cross-contamination by raw animal food."
Inspector’s Notes
"OBSERVATION: Preventing Contamination by Separation, Packaging, and Segregation Ready-to-eat food was not protected from cross-contamination by raw animal food. Observed cooked pork stored beneath raw Beef CORRECTIVE ACTION: Store all raw TCS foods beneath RTF"
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. Uncovered foods on rolling cart CORRECTIVE ACTION: May place a clean tray atop cooling foods"
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 3717-1-04.5(B)(1)(e)Contamination
Official Wording
"3717-1-04.5(B)(1)(e) - Violation - Cleaning frequency-miscellaneous Food-contact surfaces or utensils not cleaned when they were contaminated."
Inspector’s Notes
"OBSERVATION: Cleaning frequency-miscellaneous Food-contact surfaces or utensils not cleaned when they were contaminated. Soiled Saran wrap covers CORRECTIVE ACTION: Maintain food contact surfaces clean"
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(B)Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
"3717-1-04.4(B) - Violation - Cutting surfaces. Cutting surface(s) unable to be effectively cleaned and sanitized."
Inspector’s Notes
"Cutting surfaces. Cutting surface(s) unable to be effectively cleaned and sanitized."
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 3717-1-06.0(A)(1)(a)Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
"3717-1-06.0(A)(1)(a) - Violation - Facilities-floors, walls, ceilings Indoor floor, wall, or ceiling surfaces are not smooth, durable, and easily cleanable in areas where FSO or RFE activities are conducted."
Inspector’s Notes
"Facilities-floors, walls, ceilings Indoor floor, wall, or ceiling surfaces are not smooth, durable, and easily cleanable in areas where FSO or RFE activities are conducted. Chipped paint on floor beneath kettles--repair"
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 3717-1-06.4(N)Facility maintenance
Official Wording
"3717-1-06.4(N) - Violation - Maintaining premises: unnecessary items and litter. There are unnecessary or nonfunctional items and /or litter on the premises. "
Inspector’s Notes
"Maintaining premises: unnecessary items and litter. There are unnecessary or nonfunctional items and /or litter on the premises."
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 issuesOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Dec 4, 2023 · Original Source