House of Mercy
Last inspected: Feb 3, 2026
95
Score
House of Mercy has been inspected five times since 2024. The most recent visit was on Feb 3, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.
Looking across the full record, “food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.
House of Mercy's latest score is in line with the Columbus average of 94. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 3, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several dead winged insects in reach-in cooler. Dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests shall be removed from control devices and the premises at a frequency that prevents their accumulation, decomposition, or the attraction of pests. Person in charge cleaned cooler of any pests.
511-6-1.07(5)(l)
95
Sep 12, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
3-1C - food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed buttermilk in reach in cooler from July 2025 with a pink substance on the top of the liquid. Observed salad mix in reach in cooler with signs of spoilage including liquid in the bag and discoloration. Observed a bag of strawberries in walk-in cooler with white substance on them. Rule: Food shall be safe, unadulterated, and honestly presented. Corrective action: All food was discarded.
511-6-1.04(1)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cooked rice and hashbrown casserole in walk in cooler with no date of prep or discard. Observed beef and pasta mixture in reach in cooler with no prep or discard date. Rule: time/temperature control for safety food prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded, when held at a temperature of 41°F (5°C) or below for a maximum of 7 days. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1. Pf 2. Except as specified in paragraphs 5 through 7 of this subsection, refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and packaged by a food processing plant shall be clearly marked, at the time the original container is opene...
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed hand sink in main kitchen filled with unwashed food containers. Rule: A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use. Pf 2. A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. Pf 3. An automatic handwashing facility shall be used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. Pf Corrective action: Employee removed dishes from hand sink.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed walk in cooler with door seal hanging from the door. Rule: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment. 1. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified under subsections (1) and (2)of this Rule. 2. Equipment components such as doors, seals, hinges, fasteners, and kick plates shall be kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. Core item must be corrected within 72 hours. Person in charge plans to have it fixed by Thursday, September 18th.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed most current inspection report not posted. Rule: The most current inspection report shall be prominently displayed in public view at all times, within fifteen feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor and in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away. Core item must be corrected within 72 hours.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
64
Apr 3, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 15, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
3-1C - food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several foods in walk in cooler covered in mold including cake, beans and chicken, soup, and English peas. Food shall be safe, unadulterated, and honestly presented. P Corrective action: Person in charge discarded food.
511-6-1.04(1)
10D - food properly labeled; original container
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed expired milk in walk in cooler with an expiration date of 9/25/2024, 10/2/24, and 9/5/2024. Observed bacon in walk in cooler with an expiration date of 10/11/24. Observed bacon in reach in cooler with an expiration date of June 2024 and milk with an expiration date of August 2024. Observed sausage patties in reach in cooler with an expiration date of September 2024. Expired Foods. Prepackaged sandwiches, eggs, infant formula, shucked oysters, milk, and time/temperature control safety foods that are labeled as “keep refrigerated” and that are for sale or service to the consumer or used as an ingredient in other foods shall be immediately discarded and shall not be sold, served, or used after the manufacturer’s expiration date or the sell-by date. P Corrective action: Person in c...
511-6-1.04(8)(b)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed all time/temperature control for safety foods stored in walk-in cooler and reach in cooler for over 24 hours not date marked. Rule: refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded, when held at a temperature of 41°F (5°C) or below for a maximum of 7 days. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1. Pf 2. Except as specified in paragraphs 4 through 6 of this subsection, refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and packaged by a food processing plant shall be clearly marked, at the time the original container is opened in a food se...
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
67
Mar 26, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
10D - food properly labeled; original container
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed can of red beans with an expiration date of 09/2018. Observed can of cut green beans with an expiration date of 10/28/2023. Observed can of sloppy joe sauce with an expiration date of 11/28/2023. Observed can of pinto beans with an expiration date of 11/11/1023. Prepackaged sandwiches, eggs, infant formula, shucked oysters, milk and time/temperature control safety foods that are labeled as “keep refrigerated” and that are for sale or service to the consumer or used as an ingredient in other foods shall be immediately discarded and shall not be sold, served, or used after the manufacturer's expiration date or the sell-by date. Person in charge discarded expired can goods.
511-6-1.04(8)(b)
11D - thermometers provided and accurate
Inspector notes: Observed no thermometer to measure temperatures of foods on premises at time of inspection. Food temperature measuring devices shall be provided and readily accessible for use in ensuring attainment and maintenance of food temperatures as specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04. Priority foundation item must be corrected within 10 calendar days.
511-6-1.05(3)(g)
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was House of Mercy last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at House of Mercy on file is from Feb 3, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at House of Mercy?
Across the inspection record, “food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at House of Mercy.
How does House of Mercy compare to other restaurants in Columbus?
House of Mercy most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Columbus average of 94.
Has House of Mercy's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at House of Mercy have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at House of Mercy means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is House of Mercy inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, House of Mercy is inspected around three times per year on average.
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