Cincinnati, OH

Alabama Fish Bar

Name: Alabama Fish Bar
Address: 1601 Race St, #A5, Cincinnati, OH

1601 Race St, #A5

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

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Approved - Minor Violations

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6 inspections

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Jun 30, 2026

Approved - Minor Violations

4 recorded violations

notedCode 3.2(Q)Contamination

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3.2(Q) - Food Storage: Preventing Contamination from the Premises

Inspector’s notes

Food items are not protected from contamination during storage. Discontinue storing food containers directly on floor

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.

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notedCode 5.4(N)(2)Other

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5.4(N)(2) - Covering Receptacles

Inspector’s notes

Outdoor refuse/recyclables/returnables receptacles are not covered with tight fitting lids or doors.

In plain English

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

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notedCode 4.2(J)Cleaning and sanitizing

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4.2(J) - Sanitizing solutions - Testing Devices

Inspector’s notes

There is no test kit available for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer. Facility needs Chlorine test strips to monitor concentration of Bleach in sanitizer buckets

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 2.4(C)(18)Employee health and hygiene

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2.4(C)(18) - I. Employee Health - Written Procedures for Cleaning Up Vomiting and Diarrheal Events

Inspector’s notes

No/inadequate written procedures for response to vomiting/diarrheal events.

In plain English

This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.

More about employee hygiene or health policy issues

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

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Jan 30, 2026

Approved - Minor Violations

6 recorded violations

notedCode 3701-21-25 (K)Permits, training, and postings

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3701-21-25 (K) - Person in Charge Certification in Food Protection FSO

Inspector’s notes

No person in charge certified in food protection was at the FSO where it is needed. The state of Ohio requires someone to be present during all hours of operation with a minimum of level I Food Safety training. Management is required to have level II Food Safety training. Training may be done on-line @ statefoodsafety.com

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 2.4(C)(18)Employee health and hygiene

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2.4(C)(18) - I. Employee Health - Written Procedures for Cleaning Up Vomiting and Diarrheal Events

Inspector’s notes

No/inadequate written procedures for response to vomiting/diarrheal events.

In plain English

This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.

More about employee hygiene or health policy issues

notedCode 7.0(B)Chemicals

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

Inspector’s notes

Working containers of poisonous/toxic materials are not labeled. ID label all chemical spray bottles

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 2.1(A)Employee health and hygiene

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2.1(A) - I. Employee Health - Management and Personnel - Employee Health

Inspector’s notes

License holder did not ensure food employee(s) report certain diseases, symptoms or high risk situations as obligated by law including providing necessary additional information. Implement and maintain Employee Health policy--information provided

In plain English

This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.

More about employee hygiene or health policy issues

notedCode 4.8(G)(2)Other

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4.8(G)(2) - Kitchenware and Tableware - Handling

Inspector’s notes

Knives, forks, and spoons that are not prewrapped were not presented so that only the handles are touched by employees or consumers. Store all plastic utensils inverted/handles up

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

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notedCode 7.1(C)(3)Chemicals

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7.1(C)(3) - X. Chemical - Conditions of Use

Inspector’s notes

A restricted pesticide was applied by a person who is not a Certified Applicator. Yummy RAID from premises. Corrected on-site

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

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

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Apr 17, 2025

Approved - Minor Violations

2 recorded violations

notedCode 4.1(Z)Food temperature

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4.1(Z) - Temperature Measuring Device - Functionality

Inspector’s notes

Temperature measuring devices are missing, not correctly placed, not readable, or of improper design.

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.

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notedCode 3.2(M)(2)(a)Cleaning and sanitizing

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3.2(M)(2)(a) - Wiping cloths - use limitation

Inspector’s notes

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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Apr 17, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Jan 2, 2025

Approved - No Violations

2 recorded violations

notedCode 3.2(M)(2)(a)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

3.2(M)(2)(a) - Wiping cloths

Inspector’s notes

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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

notedCode 3.5(C)Food source and labeling

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3.5(C) - Food labels

Inspector’s notes

Food is not properly labeled. working food containers need proper labeling for identification

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Jan 2, 2025 · Original Source

COMPLAINT - COMPLAINT