Smoothie King # 1440
Last inspected: Jan 13, 2026
95
Score
Smoothie King # 1440 appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2024. The most recent visit was on Jan 13, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around one violation lately and about four violations before that.
The pattern that stands out is “food stored covered”, which has been cited two times.
Smoothie King # 1440's latest score is in line with the Columbus average of 94. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 13, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
4-2A - food stored covered
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed all of the food items on the prep line uncovered in the main kitchen area across from the 3-compartment sinks. Observed all add-ons and powders above the prep line and the prep table across from the chest freezer uncovered. Also observed items in the chest freezer uncovered. Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. The PIC covered items to protect from overhead contamination.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
95
Feb 21, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 4 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting
Inspector notes: Observed facility lacking a verifiable manner of employee's responsibilities to report foodborne illnesses and symptoms. Food employee and conditional employees are informed in a verifiable manner of their responsibility to report, to the person in charge, information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food. Priority foundation item must be corrected within 10 calendar days.
511-6-1.03(2)(o)
2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting
Inspector notes: The person in charge could not demonstrate awareness of the five symptoms that relate to diseases that are transmissible through food. Also observed person in charge could not demonstrate awareness of the six diseases that are transmissible from food employees. 2. Explaining the responsibility of the person in charge for preventing the transmission of foodborne disease by a food employee who has a disease or medical condition that may cause foodborne disease; Pf 3. Describing the symptoms associated with the diseases that are transmissible through food; Must correct within 10 calendar days.
511-6-1.03(4)(a)(b)(c)(e)(f)
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed single-use items such as paper napkins and foam cups stored directly on the floor near the reach-in cooler in the main kitchen area. 1. Except as specified in paragraph 4 of this subsection, cleaned equipment and utensils, laundered linens, and single-service and single-use articles shall be stored: (i) In a clean, dry location; (ii) Where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (iii) At least 6 inches (15 centimeters) above the floor. 3. Single-service and single-use articles shall be stored as specified under paragraph 1 of this subsection and shall be kept in the original protective package or stored by using other means that afford protection from contamination until used. The PIC removed items from the floor.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed food debris on the floor in between the reach-in coolers and freezers. Observed floor in need of sweeping and mopping. Also observed debris build-up and residue around the coving and wall behind the racks in the main kitchen. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. Must correct within 72 hours.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed wet stacking of several food containers stacked on the rack above the 3-compartment sink. After cleaning and sanitizing, equipment and utensils: 1. Shall be air-dried or used after adequate draining before contact with food; and 2. May not be cloth dried except that utensils that have been air-dried may be polished with cloths that are maintained clean and dry. The PIC rearranged food containers so that they could properly air dry.
511-6-1.05(10)(a)
4-2A - food stored covered
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed all of the food items on the prep line uncovered in the main kitchen area across from the 3-compartment sinks. Observed all add-ons and powders above the prep line and the prep table across from the chest freezer uncovered. Also observed items in the chest freezer uncovered. Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. The PIC covered items to protect from overhead contamination.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
67
Jan 23, 2024
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
1-2B - certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed facility lacking a Certified Food Safety Manager in its employ. Food service establishments shall have in its employ a Certified Food Safety Manager (CFSM) as specified in paragraph (b) of this subsection to ensure food safety is being managed within the food service establishment during all hours of operation as specified within paragraph (d) of this subsection. Must be corrected within ten calendar days.
511-6-1.03(3)(a)
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Smoothie King # 1440 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Smoothie King # 1440 on file is from Jan 13, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Smoothie King # 1440?
Across the inspection record, “food stored covered” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Smoothie King # 1440.
How does Smoothie King # 1440 compare to other restaurants in Columbus?
Smoothie King # 1440 most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Columbus average of 94.
Has Smoothie King # 1440's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Smoothie King # 1440 have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Smoothie King # 1440 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 Smoothie King # 1440 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Smoothie King # 1440 is inspected around two times per year on average.
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