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Quick Answers
When was Westside Terrace last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 12, 2026. The result listed by Cincinnati Health Department was “Approved - Minor Violations”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 1 violation recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
10 inspections on record, from Oct 12, 2023 to Oct 12, 2026.
Has Westside Terrace ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 10 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Oct 12, 2023.
The Full Inspection History
10 inspections
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Oct 12, 2026
Approved - Minor Violations
1 recorded violation
notedCode 4.5(B)(4)(e)Contamination
Official Wording
4.5(B)(4)(e) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Equipment Food Contact Surfaces and Utensils – Cleaning Frequency
Inspector’s Notes
Food storage equipment is not cleaned frequently enough.
Sugar storage container was soiled dirty.
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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Oct 12, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Apr 28, 2026
Approved - Violations Abated
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Apr 28, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Apr 20, 2026
Not In Compliance
10 recorded violations
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.
Floors ,walls , light covers for the exhaust fans are dirty .
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.
4.5(D) - Nonfood-contact surfaces - cleaning frequency
Inspector’s Notes
Nonfood-contact surfaces are not cleaned frequently enough.
Shelves used to store food 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.
7.1(P) - X. Chemical - Other Personal care items - Storage
Inspector’s Notes
Personal care items are not stored in a designated employee storage area.
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.
6.1(F)(2) - Wall and ceiling - coverings and coatings
Inspector’s Notes
Except in areas used only for dry storage, concrete, porous blocks, or bricks, used for indoor wall construction are to be finished and sealed to provide a smooth, nonabsorbent, easily cleanable surface.
Wall in the samll kitchen pantrey has chipping paint.
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.
Clean linens were not free from food residues and other soiling matter.
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.
notedCode 2.4(B)(1)Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
2.4(B)(1) - IV. Demonstration of Knowledge - Demonstration of Knowledge
Inspector’s Notes
The person in charge was unable to demonstrate the necessary food safety knowledge by having no critical violations during the current inspection.
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.
3.4(G)(2) - VI. Time/Temperature Controlled Safety Food - Ready-to-eat, TCS - date marking
Inspector’s Notes
Ready-to-eat, TCS food that was prepared in a food processing plant and subsequently opened in a FSO or a RFE is not properly date marked.
Two opened packages of deli meat stored in the reach in cooler without 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.
Multiuse food-contact surfaces were not accessible for cleaning and inspection without disassembly or by disassembly with common hand tools.
Several food containers are broken chipping, stainable.
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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Apr 20, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Feb 17, 2026
Approved - Minor Violations
3 recorded violations
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 damaged ceiling tile in the basement. Must be fixed.
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.
4.5(D) - Nonfood-contact surfaces - cleaning frequency
Inspector’s Notes
Nonfood-contact surfaces are not cleaned frequently enough.
Observed debris accumulation inside the cabinets of the kitchen. 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.
3 - V. Food from Approved Source - Food Safe, Unadulterated and Honestly Presented
Inspector’s Notes
Food is either unsafe, adulterated or not honestly presented.
A dented can was observed in the dry storage area. The Person in Charge (PIC) was notified and promptly removed and discarded the can. Dented cans can compromise the hermetic seal, which increases the risk of botulism. Therefore, cans that are deeply dented (especially on the seams), swollen, or rusted are considered adulterated and unsafe. +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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Feb 17, 2026 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Aug 18, 2025
Approved - Minor Violations
5 recorded violations
notedCode 6.4(L)Pests
Official Wording
6.4(L) - Removing Dead or Trapped Pests
Inspector’s Notes
The operator failed to remove dead pest(s) in a timely manner.
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.
The physical facilities were not maintained in good repair.
-Observed the ceiling tiles at the cellar area used for storage not in good condition.
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.
The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests is not being adequately controlled or minimized.
Observed the presence dead roaches in the cabinet above the 3-compartment sink. PIC stated that there are pest intervention/control ongoing.
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.
An air gap or an approved backflow prevention device is not installed as required.
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.
6.0(A)(1)(a) - Indoor areas - surface characteristics
Inspector’s Notes
Indoor floor, wall, or ceiling surfaces are not smooth, durable, and easily cleanable in areas where FSO or RFE activities are conducted.
Observed some walls being damaged and the paints peeling off on another side of the walls located in the cellar area used for storage.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Aug 18, 2025 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Dec 31, 2024
Approved - Violations Abated
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Dec 31, 2024 · Original Source
ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Dec 9, 2024
Approved - Minor Violations
3 recorded violations
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. Remove non functioning freezer
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.
An air gap or an approved backflow prevention device is not installed as required.
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.
The floors coverings, walls coverings, or ceilings are not designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. Chipped paint on pantry walls in kitchen--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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Dec 9, 2024 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Nov 7, 2024
Not In Compliance
15 recorded violations
notedCode 6.4(L)Pests
Official Wording
6.4(L) - Facilities: Removing pests:
Inspector’s Notes
The operator failed to remove dead pest(s) in a timely manner.
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.
6.4(N) - Maintaining premises: unnecessary items and litter.
Inspector’s Notes
There are unnecessary or nonfunctional items and /or litter on the premises. Remove all unnecessary, unused items. Remove equipment that is not used. Remove damaged freezer from premises. Store all Notebooks in a designated area outside of kitchen
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.
The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests is not being adequately controlled or minimized. Observed adult, baby and juvenile cockroaches crawling among dishes, on walls and floors. Rid premises of pests
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.
3.2(C)(1) - VII. Protection from Contamination - Preventing Contamination by Separation, Packaging, and Segregation
Inspector’s Notes
Ready-to-eat food was not protected from cross-contamination by raw animal food. Discontinue storing whole raw eggs adjacent to fruits and vegetables
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.
6.1(C)(1) - Facilities: Floor and wall junctures - coved, and enclosed or sealed
Inspector’s Notes
Floor and wall junctures not coved or not closed to no larger than =1/32 inch. Resecure all baseboards to tight seal in kitchen
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.
The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Observed soiled floors, walls, shelves etc throughout facility. Build up of soil/mold on dining floor. Remove all foil from shelves.
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.
6.0(A)(1)(a) - Facilities: Indoor areas - surface characteristics
Inspector’s Notes
Indoor floor, wall, or ceiling surfaces are not smooth, durable, and easily cleanable in areas where FSO or RFE activities are conducted. Repair damaged walls and strip-repaint walls with peeling paint to enable a smooth cleanable surface. Address water source- Repair/replace damaged ceiling and ceiling tiles in kitchen and basement storage areas.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
4.5(A)(2)(3) - Equipment, food-contact surfaces, nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils
Inspector’s Notes
Non-food contact surfaces are dirty.
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.
An air gap or an approved backflow prevention device is not installed as required. Three comp sink in kitchen is directly plumbing
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.
7.1(C)(3) - X. Chemical - Poisonous/toxic material
Inspector’s Notes
A restricted pesticide was applied by a person who is not a Certified Applicator. Remove RAID from facility. Observed employee spray RAID on live roach in kitchen
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.
Wet wiping cloth was not maintained in a sanitizer solution between uses.
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.
Equipment and/or components were not maintained in good working order. Worn rolling cart, replace. Kitchen door is not self closing. Kitchen door needs to be planed to enable full closure. Fire doors must be securely hinged for self closure
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.
Cleaned equipment or utensils, laundered linens, or single-service or single-use articles are not stored in a clean, dry location, protected from contamination. Clean pans stored adjacent to wall with peeling paint. Observed roaches crawling on clean dishes in cupboards
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.
Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Nov 7, 2024 · Original Source
ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
Jul 30, 2024
Approved - Minor Violations
1 recorded violation
notedCode 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.
-Observed the ceiling tiles in the dry storage room not in good condition. This requires replacement or 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.