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Cincinnati, OH

Wendy's #1980

1015 Gest St

Last inspected Oct 27, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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When was Wendy's #1980 last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 27, 2026. The result listed by Cincinnati Health Department was “Approved - Minor Violations”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 7 violations recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
17 inspections on record, from Dec 7, 2023 to Oct 27, 2026.
Has Wendy's #1980 ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 17 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Dec 7, 2023.

The Full Inspection History

17 inspections

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Oct 27, 2026

Approved - Minor Violations

7 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. 1. Observed build up on metal racks in walk in cooler. Clean 2. Observed ice build up in cooler that is not working. 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.

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 prep sink near three compartment sink. 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 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.

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 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
notedCode 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 build up on the floor under equipment. 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 4.1(Z)Food temperature

Official Wording

4.1(Z) - Temperature Measuring Device - Functionality

Inspector’s Notes

Temperature measuring devices are missing, not correctly placed, not readable, or of improper design.

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 4.4(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. 1. Observed cooler in front of ice machine not working. Repair. 2. Observed gasket on front cooler and walk in cooler in disrepair. Repair.

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

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Oct 27, 2026 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Oct 20, 2026

Not In Compliance

11 recorded violations

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 cracks on containers. Discard.

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 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. Obseved build up on metal racks in walk in cooler. 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.

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 prep sink near three compartment sink. 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 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 cups on floor in room with chair and desk. Place cups six inches off the floor in dry clean location.

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 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. Food employees have serve safe certification but are missing Ohio Manager certification.

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
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 cheese in walk in cooler not discarded by date mark. Discard.

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 4.2(J)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

4.2(J) - Sanitizing solutions - Testing Devices

Inspector’s Notes

There is no test kit available for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer.

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(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 build up on the floor under equipment. 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 4.1(Z)Food temperature

Official Wording

4.1(Z) - Temperature Measuring Device - Functionality

Inspector’s Notes

Temperature measuring devices are missing, not correctly placed, not readable, or of improper design. Observed missing thermometers in coolers around the facility. Obtain and place in the warmest part of the cooler.

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(A)Food temperature

Official Wording

3.4(A) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Frozen food

Inspector’s Notes

Foods in frozen storage exhibit signs of thawing or refreezing. Observed food in walk in freezer thawed. Items were date marked.

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 4.4(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. 1. Observed cooler in front of ice machine not working. Repair. 2. Observed walk in freezer not working. After reviewing temperature logs freezer has been reading around 35F since Friday 16, 2026. Date mark items for Thursday 22, 2026. Discard any itmes not used by 10/22/2026. 3. Observed gasket on front cooler in disrepair. Repair.

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

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Oct 20, 2026 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

May 18, 2026

Approved - Minor Violations

3 recorded violations

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 handwashing sink in prep area. Repair sink.

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 cream cheese frosting at room temperature. Frosting was voluntarily discarded and will be held under refrigeration until documents stating it is shelve stable are provided.

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 4.4(P)Chemicals

Official Wording

4.4(P) - Warewashing equipment: Determining Chemical Sanitizer Concentration

Inspector’s Notes

Sanitizer concentration is not being monitored.

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 unsafely

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, May 18, 2026 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Nov 25, 2025

Approved - Violations Abated

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Nov 25, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Nov 18, 2025

Not In Compliance

2 recorded violations

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 water dripping from pipe within the walk-in cooler. It must be repaired.

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 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. 1. Observed a buildup within the ice scoop holder. It must be cleaned. 2. Observed a buildup within the ice machine. It must be cleaned.

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

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Nov 18, 2025 · Original Source

COMPLAINT - COMPLAINT

Nov 18, 2025

Approved - No Violations

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Nov 18, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Apr 11, 2025

Approved - Minor Violations

2 recorded violations

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
notedCode 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 a buildup behind the soda fountain at drive-thru. 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, Apr 11, 2025 · Original Source

COMPLAINT - COMPLAINT

Oct 28, 2024

Approved - Minor Violations

1 recorded violation

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. 1. Observed a buildup on the floors and walls und the cash register at the drive-thru. It must be cleaned. 2. Observed a buildup behind and under the soda fountain at the drive-thru. 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, Oct 28, 2024 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Oct 28, 2024

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. 1. Observed a buildup under and behind the soda fountain at the drive-thru. It must be cleaned. 2. Observed a buildup on the floor and wall under the drive-thru cash register. It must be cleaned. 3. Observed a buildup within the mop-sink. 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 4.5(A)(1)Contamination

Official Wording

4.5(A)(1) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Equipment cleanliness

Inspector’s Notes

Food-contact surfaces were dirty. Observed a buildup within the ice machine. It must be cleaned.

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

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Oct 28, 2024 · Original Source

COMPLAINT - COMPLAINT

Oct 14, 2024

Not In Compliance

2 recorded violations

notedCode 6.4(K)Pests

Official Wording

6.4(K) - Facilities: Pest control:

Inspector’s Notes

The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests is not being adequately controlled or minimized. 1. Observed several flying insects within facility. Their presence must be adequately controlled.

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.

More about signs of rodents or insects
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. 1. Observed a buildup on the floor and walls of the back storage area. It must be cleaned. 2. Observed a buildup on the walls and floors under the prep sink. It must be cleaned. 3. Observed a buildup on the floors and walls under the cash register at drive thru. It must be cleaned. 4. Observed a buildup behind the soda fountain at drive thru. It must be cleaned. 5. Observed a buildup of grease on the floors throughout facility. The floors 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, Oct 14, 2024 · Original Source

COMPLAINT - COMPLAINT

Sep 16, 2024

Approved - No Violations

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Sep 16, 2024 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Jul 17, 2024

Approved - Violations Abated

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jul 17, 2024 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Jul 10, 2024

Not In Compliance

5 recorded violations

notedCode 4.5(A)(2)(3)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

4.5(A)(2)(3) - Equipment, food-contact surfaces, nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils

Inspector’s Notes

Non-food contact surfaces are dirty. 1. Observed a buildup on the bottom shelf of the back drive-thru freezer. It must be cleaned. 2. Observed a buildup in the hot holders at the back drive-thru. They 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(H)Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official Wording

6.4(H) - Facilities: Cleaning of plumbing fixtures

Inspector’s Notes

Plumbing fixtures are not being kept clean and maintained. Observed a buildup on the handsink next to ice machine. It must be cleaned.

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 3.2(A)(2)Handwashing

Official Wording

3.2(A)(2) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Bare Hand Contact RTE Food

Inspector’s Notes

Food employee was touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands. Observed employee touching lettuce with bare hands. Gloves must be worn while touching RTE food.

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 problems
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. 1. Observed a buildup in the mop sink. It must be cleaned. 2. Observed a buildup under and behind the fryers. The area must be cleaned. 3. Observed a buildup under and behind the counters of the main drive-thru window. The area 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 on the ventilation hood filters. They 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, Jul 10, 2024 · Original Source

COMPLAINT - COMPLAINT

Dec 26, 2023

CLOS-NO - No Violations Found

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Dec 26, 2023 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Dec 22, 2023

Abated

6 recorded violations

notedCode 3717-1-06.4(D)(1)Contamination

Official Wording

"3717-1-06.4(D)(1) - Violation - Facilities: Ventilation systems: Cleaning Intake and exhaust air ducts are a source of contamination by dust, dirt, and other materials."

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 contamination
notedCode 3717-1-06.4(F)Equipment and utensils

Official Wording

"3717-1-06.4(F) - Violation - Facilities: Mops: Drying After use, mops are not placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment, or supplies."

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 issues
notedCode 3717-1-06.4(B)(1)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

"3717-1-06.4(B)(1) - Violation - Facilities: Cleaning: Frequency The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean."

Inspector’s Notes

"1. Observed a buildup behind the ice machine. It must be cleaned. 2. Observed a buildup under the soda fountain at the drive thru. It must be cleaned. The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 3717-1-06.4(K)Pests

Official Wording

"3717-1-06.4(K) - Violation - Facilities: Pest control: The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests is not being adequately controlled or minimized."

Inspector’s Notes

"Violation has been abated"

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.

More about signs of rodents or insects
notedCode 3717-1-04.1(C)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

"3717-1-04.1(C) - Violation - Food Contact Surfaces Cleanability Multiuse food-contact surfaces were not smooth or free of breaks, open seams, cracks, chips, inclusions, pits, sharp internal angles, space corners, or crevices."

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 problems
notedCode 3717-1-04.5(D)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

"3717-1-04.5(D) - Violation - Non-food contact surfaces-Cleaning Frequency Nonfood-contact surfaces are not cleaned frequently enough."

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 problems

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Dec 22, 2023 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Dec 8, 2023

Not Abated

6 recorded violations

notedCode 3717-1-04.5(D)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

"3717-1-04.5(D) - Violation - Non-food contact surfaces-Cleaning Frequency Nonfood-contact surfaces are not cleaned frequently enough."

Inspector’s Notes

"1. Observed a buildup on the floor of the prep cooler directly across from the ice machine. It must be cleaned and sanitized. 2. Observed a buildup in the drain of the lobby soda fountain. It must be cleaned and sanitized. 3. Observed a buildup on the floor of the storage cooler to the right of the ice machine. It must be cleaned and sanitized. Nonfood-contact surfaces are not cleaned frequently enough."

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 3717-1-06.4(F)Equipment and utensils

Official Wording

"3717-1-06.4(F) - Violation - Facilities: Mops: Drying After use, mops are not placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment, or supplies."

Inspector’s Notes

"Facilities: Mops: Drying After use, mops are not placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment, or supplies."

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 3717-1-04.1(C)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

"3717-1-04.1(C) - Violation - Food Contact Surfaces Cleanability Multiuse food-contact surfaces were not smooth or free of breaks, open seams, cracks, chips, inclusions, pits, sharp internal angles, space corners, or crevices."

Inspector’s Notes

"OBSERVATION: Observed a buildup on the yellow meat trays that leaves them non-cleanable. Multiuse food-contact surfaces were not smooth or free of breaks, open seams, cracks, chips, inclusions, pits, sharp internal angles, space corners, or crevices. CORRECTIVE ACTION: The buildup must be removed, or the dishes must be replaced."

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 3717-1-06.4(K)Pests

Official Wording

"3717-1-06.4(K) - Violation - Facilities: Pest control: The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests is not being adequately controlled or minimized."

Inspector’s Notes

"OBSERVATION: Observed fruit flies in the cabinets under the drink station in lobby. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests is not being adequately controlled or minimized. CORRECTIVE ACTION: The presence of fruit flies must be adequately controlled or minimized."

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.

More about signs of rodents or insects
notedCode 3717-1-06.4(D)(1)Contamination

Official Wording

"3717-1-06.4(D)(1) - Violation - Facilities: Ventilation systems: Cleaning Intake and exhaust air ducts are a source of contamination by dust, dirt, and other materials."

Inspector’s Notes

"Observed a buildup in the vent filters of the grill hood. It must be cleaned. Intake and exhaust air ducts are a source of contamination by dust, dirt, and other materials."

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 3717-1-06.4(B)(1)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

"3717-1-06.4(B)(1) - Violation - Facilities: Cleaning: Frequency The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean."

Inspector’s Notes

"1. Observed a buildup behind the ice machine. It must be cleaned. 2. Observed a buildup under the soda fountain at the drive thru. It must be cleaned. 3. Observed a buildup in the cabinets at the lobby drink station. It must be cleaned. 4. Observed a buildup in the mop sink area. It must be cleaned and sanitized. The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Dec 8, 2023 · Original Source

COMPLAINT - COMPLAINT

Dec 7, 2023

CLOS-NO - No Violations Found

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Dec 7, 2023 · Original Source

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