Albany Strikers
Last inspected: Dec 19, 2025
86
Score
Albany Strikers appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 19, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around four violations to closer to two violations per visit.
“Food-contact surfaces” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.
Among Albany restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 19, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed the drink nozzles not clean to sight or touch. CA: Except when dry cleaning methods are used as specified under subsection (7)(e) of this Rule, surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature control for safety food shall be cleaned such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tubes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment. PIC will have the nozzles cleaned.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed the fume hood not kept free of accumulation of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. PIC will have the fume hood cleaned.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
86
Apr 1, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed the drink nozzles not clean to sight or touch. CA: Except when dry cleaning methods are used as specified under subsection (7)(e) of this Rule, surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature control for safety food shall be cleaned such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tubes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment. PIC will have the nozzles cleaned.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed the fume hood not kept free of accumulation of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. PIC will have the fume hood cleaned.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed an accumulation of grease on the floor around the flat top grill and the fryers. CA: The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. PIC will have the floors cleaned.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
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May 31, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed the interior of the ice machine not clean to sight or touch. CA: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned at a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. PIC will have the equipment washed and sanitized.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed an accumulation of grease on the floor around the flat top grill and the fryers. CA: The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. PIC will have the floors cleaned.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
4-2A - food stored covered
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several items such as mozzarella sticks, chicken tenders, and corndogs being stored uncovered in the RIF. CA: 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. PIC wrapped the food items.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
Inspector notes: Observed crockpots being stored on the floor. CA: 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: in a clean, dry location; where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and at least 6 inches (15 centimeters) above the floor. PIC will remove the crockpots from the floor.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed the fume hood not kept free of accumulation of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. PIC will have the fume hood cleaned.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
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Jan 12, 2024
Routine
4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed the interior of the ice bin, ice machine and the drink nozzles not clean to sight or touch. CA: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned at a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. PIC will have the equipment washed and sanitized.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
12D - washing fruits and vegetables
Inspector notes: Observed no fruit/vegetable sink for washing tomatoes, limes, and lettuce. CA:Except as specified in paragraphs (g)2 and 3 of this subsection and except for whole, raw fruits and vegetables that are intended for washing by the consumer before consumption, raw fruits and vegetables shall be thoroughly washed in water, in a sink designated for that purpose only, to remove soil and other contaminants before being cut, combined with other ingredients, cooked, served, or offered for human consumption in ready-to-eat form. PIC will provide a designated fruit/vegetable sink.
511-6-1.04(4)(g)
15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips
Inspector notes: Observed no test strips at the three-compartment sink. CA:A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided. PIC will provide the three compartment sink with test strips.
511-6-1.05(3)(h)
16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: Observed no hot water in the women's and men's restrooms. CA: Hot water generation and distribution systems shall be sufficient to meet the peak hot water demands throughout the food service establishment. PIC will have the hot water repaired.
511-6-1.06(1)(g)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed the fume hood not kept free of accumulation of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. PIC will have the fume hood cleaned.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Observed the dumpster lid open. CA: Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered with tight-fitting lids or doors if kept outside the food service establishment. PIC will close the dumpster lid.
511-6-1.06(5)(n)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed the air conditioning vents with an accumulation of dust. CA:The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. PIC will have the vents cleaned.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Albany Strikers last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Albany Strikers on file is from Dec 19, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Albany Strikers?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Albany Strikers.
How does Albany Strikers compare to other restaurants in Albany?
Albany Strikers most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Albany average of 86.
Has Albany Strikers' inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Albany Strikers have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Albany Strikers 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 Albany Strikers inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Albany Strikers is inspected around two times per year on average.
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