Cincinnati, OH

Wendy's #8507

1246 Hopple St

Last inspected Oct 30, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

Read Reviews on Google

Approved - Minor Violations

Get the Next Inspection, Free.

We'll email you when Wendy's #8507 has a new health inspection. No spam, one-click unsubscribe.

Own this restaurant? Add an Inspection Badge to Your Website · Inspection Prep Checklist

More Issues RecentlyThe latest inspection recorded more violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.

Quick Answers

When was Wendy's #8507 last inspected?: The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 30, 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?: 20 inspections on record, from Oct 2, 2023 to Oct 30, 2026.
Has Wendy's #8507 ever been closed by the health department?: No closure appears in the 20 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Oct 2, 2023.

The Full Inspection History

20 inspections

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Oct 30, 2026

Approved - Minor Violations

5 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. Facility employee has serve safe certification but are missing Ohio Manager Certification. Submit forms to ODH.

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 7.0(B)Chemicals

Official Wording

7.0(B) - X. Chemical - Working Containers - Common Name

Inspector’s Notes

Working containers of poisonous/toxic materials are not labeled. Observed metal container holding sanitizer unlabeled. Container was labeled. +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.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely

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 water build up under equipment in prep area. 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 4.5(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 water build up in cooler right cooler. Water was cleaned up. +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

notedCode 6.1(M)Other

Official Wording

6.1(M) - Outer Openings - Protected

Inspector’s Notes

Outer openings of a food facility were not protected against the entry of insects and rodents. Observed small gap around back door in prep area. Close gap.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Oct 30, 2026 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

May 28, 2026

Approved - Violations Abated

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, May 28, 2026 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

May 18, 2026

Not In Compliance

6 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. 1. Observed leak in meat cooler in prep area. Repair equipment. 2. Observed reach in cooler not properly adjusted to hold food under 41 ° F. Repair equipment

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 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 to keep facilities 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 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. 1. Observed cut tomatoes holding at 56 ° F and cut lettuce holding at 46 ° F on top of reach in cooler in the line. All items on top of the reach in were voluntarily discarded and use of cooler was discontinued. 2. Observed Cinnabon cream cheese frosting being left out a room temperature. Cream cheese frosting was discarded and will be held under refrigeration until documentation stating it is shelf stable is 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 6.1(C)(1)Facility maintenance

Official Wording

6.1(C)(1) - Floor and wall junctures - coved, and enclosed or sealed

Inspector’s Notes

In FSOs or RFEs in which cleaning methods other than water flushing are used for cleaning floors, the floor and wall junctures shall be coved to no larger than one thirty-second inch (one millimeter) Observed missing caulking in handwashing sink in prep area. Recaulk hand sink.

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 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 reach in coolers. Obtain and place thermometers in the warmest part of the cooler.

In Plain English

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

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 tables no longer corrosion resistant near grill. Make metal tables corrosion resistant or replace.

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

Nov 25, 2025

Approved - Minor Violations

3 recorded violations

notedCode 4.5(A)(2)(3)Food temperature

Official Wording

4.5(A)(2)(3) - Food-Contact Surfaces of Cooking Equipment and Pans and Nonfood-Contact Surfaces Equipment

Inspector’s Notes

The food contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans and Nonfood contact surfaces of equipment are to be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. 1. Observed a buildup under the hand sink. It must be cleaned 2. Observed a buildup within the prep cooler. It must be cleaned.

In Plain English

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

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. 1. Observed a buildup on the floor of the mop sink area. It must be cleaned. 2. Observed a buildup on the floor behind the soft serve machine. 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 4.4(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 a leak within the cooler under prep area. It must be fixed.

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, Nov 25, 2025 · Original Source

COMPLAINT - COMPLAINT

Jul 11, 2025

Approved - No Violations

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jul 11, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

May 19, 2025

Approved - Violations Abated

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, May 19, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

May 5, 2025

Not In Compliance

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 prep cooler leaking. 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 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 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 prep cooler door not sealing properly when closed. It must be fixed.

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, May 5, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Apr 21, 2025

Not In Compliance

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 prep cooler still leaking. 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 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 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. Gasket was replaced, but the door still does not create a seal when closed. The door must close properly.

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, Apr 21, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Apr 7, 2025

Not In Compliance

4 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 prep cooler leaking. 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 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(A)Facility maintenance

Official Wording

6.4(A) - Repairing

Inspector’s Notes

The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair. Observed a leak at the top of the hand sink basin, located across from the cash register. It must be sealed.

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 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 the gaskets of the prep cooler not creating an adequate seal. They must self-close and create a seal when closed.

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, Apr 7, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Mar 24, 2025

Not In Compliance

4 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. 1. Observed a buildup of grease on the backsplash of the fryer area. It must be cleaned. 2. Observed a buildup on the floor behind the fryers. 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 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 a buildup of water within the prep coolers. The cause of the water buildup must be addressed. Manager advised it may be due to a lack of routine cleaning. If this is the case, I recommend creating a cleaning schedule for the affected areas.

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 6.4(A)Facility maintenance

Official Wording

6.4(A) - Repairing

Inspector’s Notes

The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair. Observed a leak at the top of the hand sink basin, located across from the cash register.

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

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Mar 24, 2025 · Original Source

COMPLAINT - COMPLAINT

Jan 22, 2025

Approved - No Violations

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jan 22, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Dec 9, 2024

Approved - Minor Violations

1 recorded violation

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. Observed fruit flies at lobby soda fountain. Their presence must be 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

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Dec 9, 2024 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Nov 25, 2024

Not In Compliance

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Nov 25, 2024 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Nov 12, 2024

Not In Compliance

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Nov 12, 2024 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Nov 5, 2024

Not In Compliance

4 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. Observed multiple fruit flies in fountain drink area of lobby. Their presence must be controlled.

In Plain English

More about signs of rodents or insects

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

Official Wording

5.1(S)(2) - Plumbing system

Inspector’s Notes

Plumbing system is not maintained in good repair. Observed a leak within the prep 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 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 a nonfunctional oven within kitchen. The oven must be fixed 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 4.1(C)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

4.1(C) - 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. The yellow meat trays have become non-cleanable. The buildup on them must be removed, or the trays 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

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Nov 5, 2024 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Jun 21, 2024

Approved - Violations Abated

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jun 21, 2024 · Original Source

COMPLAINT - COMPLAINT

Jun 6, 2024

CLOS-NO - No Violations Found

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jun 6, 2024 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Jun 6, 2024

Not In Compliance

4 recorded violations

notedCode 6.4(F)Other

Official Wording

6.4(F) - Facilities: Mops: Drying

Inspector’s Notes

After use, mops are not placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment, or supplies. Observed mops being stored in mop bucket full of cleaning solution. Manager removed mops from buckets and hung them up to dry.

In Plain English

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

More about other finding

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. Observed a buildup within the drive-thru soda fountain trough. Manager cleaned and sanitized trough.

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

notedCode 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 prep cooler across from fryers leaking inside. It must be repaired.

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, Jun 6, 2024 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Oct 23, 2023

Abated

5 recorded violations

notedCode 3717-1-03.4(F)(1)(b)Food temperature

Official Wording

"3717-1-03.4(F)(1)(b) - Violation - TCS-cold holding TCS foods were being held at temperatures >41° F."

Inspector’s Notes

"Violation has been abated"

In Plain English

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

notedCode 3717-1-05.1(S)(2)Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official Wording

"3717-1-05.1(S)(2) - Violation - Plumbing system-maintained in good repair Plumbing system is not maintained in good repair."

Inspector’s Notes

"Violation has been abated"

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 3717-1-06.4(A)Facility maintenance

Official Wording

"3717-1-06.4(A) - Violation - Facilities: Maintenance: Good repair The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair."

Inspector’s Notes

"Violation has been abated"

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 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.

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

More about signs of rodents or insects

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Oct 23, 2023 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Oct 2, 2023

Not Abated

5 recorded violations

notedCode 3717-1-06.4(A)Facility maintenance

Official Wording

"3717-1-06.4(A) - Violation - Facilities: Maintenance: Good repair The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair."

Inspector’s Notes

"Observed the door of the walk-in cooler with a broken handle latch. It must be repaired so the door closes fully. The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair."

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 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: Observed employee at drive-thru area touching fries with bare hands. Food employee was touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands. CORRECTIVE ACTION: Employees must not touch ready-to-eat food with their bare hands."

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.

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 at counter next to lobby soda fountain. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests is not being adequately controlled or minimized. CORRECTIVE ACTION: The area must be cleaned and sanitized to eliminate whatever is attracting the flies."

In Plain English

More about signs of rodents or insects

notedCode 3717-1-05.1(S)(2)Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official Wording

"3717-1-05.1(S)(2) - Violation - Plumbing system-maintained in good repair Plumbing system is not maintained in good repair."

Inspector’s Notes

"Observed a leak under the cabinet under the sink in the front line area. It must be repaired. Plumbing system is not maintained in good 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 3717-1-03.4(F)(1)(b)Food temperature

Official Wording

"3717-1-03.4(F)(1)(b) - Violation - TCS-cold holding TCS foods were being held at temperatures >41° F."

Inspector’s Notes

"OBSERVATION: Observed the walk-in cooler being held at a temperature greater than 41° F. TCS foods were being held at temperatures >41° F. CORRECTIVE ACTION: There was an issue with the cooling system and the walk-in door. An emergency maintenance request was submitted by the manager and the cooling system issue was resolved. A new door is being installed in a couple weeks. A box is being kept in front of the door to keep it fully closed until then. The cooler is now being held at a proper temperature."