The information below was compiled from reports of the health departments of Bartholomew and Johnson counties. Critical violations may expose customers to illnesses and typically must be corrected immediately or within days. Noncritical violations, if not corrected, could lead to critical violations or make critical violations more likely to occur.
n Yee Kee
3904 25th St., Columbus
Feb. 3
Critical violations: 4
Food packages shall be in good condition and protect the integrity of the contents so that food is not exposed to potential contamination. A severely dented 3 pound, 5 ounce can of baby corn was found on the storage shelf. Potential cross contamination of foods must prevented by proper storage practices. Raw chicken was stored above ready-to-eat foods in the walk-in cooler. Potentially hazardous foods must be maintained at proper temperatures; this includes foods at 135° Fahrenheit or above and 41° Fahrenheit or below. Containers of cooked rice were measured at 47° Fahrenheit and 54° Fahrenheit while stored in the walk-in cooler. Cooked egg rolls were in a container with cardboard, an absorbent material, while stored uncovered in the chest freezer. Foods must be protected against all forms of contamination.
Noncritical violations: 14
n Jimmy John’s
1675 N. National Road, Columbus
Feb. 3
Critical violations: None
Noncritical violations: 2
n Columbus Christian School
3170 Indiana Ave., Columbus
Feb. 3
Critical violations: 1
The potential for cross contamination must be prevented by proper storage of foods. Raw pork was stored above ready-to-eat foods in the reach-in cooler.
Noncritical violations: 2
n Central Middle School
727 Seventh St., Columbus
Feb. 3
Critical violations: None
Noncritical violations: 1
n Chic Fil A Mobile
Feb. 3
Critical violations: None
Noncritical violations: None
n Panera Bread
3056 Columbus Center, Columbus
Feb. 4
Critical violations: 1
Cooked eggs were measured at 126° Fahrenheit at the hot holding steam table. Potentially hazardous food items shall be held above 135° Fahrenheit for hot holding.
Noncritical violations: 2
n The Brick
309 Walnut St., Jonesville
Feb. 4
Critical violations: 2
A pot labeled “chowder” made on Feb. 3 was stored in the walk-in cooler with a temperature of 70° Fahrenheit. The cooling process must be completed within six hours, going from 135° Fahrenheit to 41° Fahrenheit. Potentially hazardous foods must be properly date labeled.
Noncritical violations: 2
n St. John’s Lutheran School
16270 S. County Road 300W, Columbus
Feb. 4
Critical violations: None
Noncritical violations: 1
n Papa John’s
4470 Jonathan Moore Pike, Columbus
Feb. 4
Critical violations: 1
An air gap must be maintained between the water supply and the flood rim of a plumbing fixture. The nozzle of the spray hose on the three-compartment sink and mop is below the flood rim.
Noncritical violations: 6
n Gramz Bakery and Café
409 Washington St., Columbus
Feb. 5
Critical violations: 1
A handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. The handwashing sink in the coffee prep area had been used as a dump sink as evidenced by the coffee grounds found in it.
Noncritical violations: 14
n Yogi’s Noble Romans
2601 State St., Columbus
Feb. 5
Critical violations: None
Noncritical violations: 6
n Yogi’s Convenience
2601 State St., Columbus
Feb. 5
Critical violations: None
Noncritical violations: 4
n Columbus East High School
230 S. Marr Road, Columbus
Feb. 5
Critical violations: None
Noncritical violations: 1
n Aldi
1505 N. National Road, Columbus
Feb. 6
Critical violations: None
Noncritical violations: 2
n Ahlemeyer Farms
2034 17th St., Columbus
Feb. 6
Critical violations: None
Noncritical violations: 1
n Chopsticks
3045 Columbus Center, Columbus
Feb. 6
Critical violations: 2
The front handwashing sink was blocked and not accessible. Handwashing sinks may only be used for washing hands. The back handwashing sink was being used for other uses than handwashing.
Noncritical violations: 7
n Fujisan Sushi
2715 Merchants Mile, Columbus
Feb. 6
Critical violations: None
Noncritical violations: None
n Sam’s Club
2715 Merchants Mile
Feb. 6
Critical violations: None
Noncritical violations: 3
n Winnie Tea Bar
2304 25th St., Columbus
Feb. 7
Critical violations: None
Noncritical violations: 2
n Las Delicias
2241 State St., Columbus
Feb. 7
Critical violations: 2
Potentially hazardous foods must be maintained at proper temperatures; this includes foods at 135° Fahrenheit or above and 41° Fahrenheit or below. Cheese sauce in a small crockpot was measured at 119° Fahrenheit. Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils must be kept clean to the sight and touch. The interior of the juicer needs to be cleaned, as it is soiled with an accumulation of dried-on food particles.
Noncritical violations: 7
n Guatemex Restaurant
2241 State St., Columbus
Feb. 7
Critical violations: 6
Food packages shall be in good condition and protect the integrity of the contents to that food is not exposed to potential contamination. Foods in the freezer are stored in direct contact with “Thank You” shopping bags. Shopping bags are not food grade containers. Cross contamination potential must be prevented by proper storage practices. Raw shell eggs, chicken and fish are stored above ready-to-eat foods in the walk-in cooler. Potentially hazardous foods must be maintained at proper temperatures; this includes foods at 135° Fahrenheit or above and 41° Fahrenheit or below. Cooked chicken stored in the “Coke” cooler was measured at 47° Fahrenheit. Potentially hazardous foods prepared and held refrigerated for more than 24 hours must be clearly labeled with the date the product must either be consumed or discarded. Cooked chicken and other foods stored in the “Coke” cooler are not date labeled. Potentially hazardous, ready-to-eat foods prepared and held refrigerated at 41° Fahrenheit or below may be held for a maximum of seven days. A container of cooked food was found in the walk-in cooler that was dated Jan. 9, 2025. Potential contamination of food, single-service items, utensils and clean linens must be prevented by proper storage practices. A spray bottle of cleaning agent was stored next to a container of drinking straws in on the storage shelf across from the point of sale.
Noncritical violations: 17
n Southside Elementary School
1320 W. County Road 200S, Columbus
Feb. 7
Critical violations: None
Noncritical violations: None
n Luciana’s Mexican Restaurant and Cantina
310 Washington St., Columbus
Feb. 10
Critical violations: 4
An air gap must be maintained between the water supply inlet and the flood rim of the plumbing fixture. The hose attached to the mop sink hangs below the flood rim of the sink, creating a potential cross contamination. Handwashing sinks must be easily accessible at all times. A shelving unit has been installed in front of the hand sink in the food prep line, causing accessibility issues. Handwashing sinks must be used for no other purpose but handwashing and must be kept clean. The handwashing sink in the food prep line has food debris in it. Working containers used to store poisonous or toxic materials, such as cleaners and sanitizers, must be clearly labeled with the common name of the contents. A spray bottle of cleaning agent stored on the shelving unit in the food prep line is not labeled.
Noncritical violations: 17
n Hamilton Community Center
2501 Lincoln Park Drive, Columbus
Feb. 10
Critical violations: None
Noncritical violations: None
n Tres Amigos 2
1741 State St., Columbus
Feb. 10
Critical violations: 1
Food shall be protected from cross contamination by proper storage.
Noncritical violations: 5
n Subway
2443 Jonathan Moore Pike, Columbus
Feb. 10
Critical violations: 2
Potentially hazardous foods must be maintained at proper temperatures; this includes foods at 135° Fahrenheit or above and 41° Fahrenheit or below. Sliced deli meats, tuna salad, eggs and sliced tomatoes stored in the sandwich making table coolers measured between 47° and 44° Fahrenheit. An air gap must be maintained between the water supply inlet and the flood rim of the plumbing fixture to prevent back-siphonage. The hose on the mop sink faucet hangs below the flood rim of the sink.
Noncritical violations: 6
n Circle K
1644 Central Ave., Columbus
Feb. 10
Critical violations: 1
Toxic items in spray bottles are to be labeled for their contents in the ware washing area.
Noncritical violations: 6
n St. Bartholomew Catholic School
1306 27th St., Columbus
Feb. 11
Critical violations: None
Noncritical violations: 2
n Dorel
500 S. Gladstone Ave., Columbus
Feb. 11
Critical violations: None
Noncritical violations: 3
n Schmitt Elementary School
2575 California St., Columbus
Feb. 11
Critical violations: None
Noncritical violations: 2
n Jaggers
2315 W. Jonathan Moore Pike, Columbus
Feb. 11
Critical violations: None
Noncritical violations: 2
n Steak-N-Shake
2775 Herman Darlage Drive, Columbus
Feb. 11
Critical violations: 1
The plumbing system must be maintained in good repair. The men’s restroom is currently out-of-order. The toilets have overflowed and will not flush. Until such time as the plumbing is free flowing, the women’s restroom must be converted to a unisex facility.
Noncritical violations: 10
n Northside Middle School
1400 27th St., Columbus
Feb. 11
Critical violations: None
Noncritical violations: None
