Welcome to Alabama Fish Bar
Alabama Fish Bar in Cincinnati is a local favorite known for its delicious fried seafood. Located at 1601 Race St, this take-out only restaurant offers a simple menu with fried whiting, cod, or perch served with fries and tartar sauce. Customers rave about the fresh and flavorful fish, generous portions, and efficient service. The cozy atmosphere and quick turnaround time make it a popular choice for lunch or a quick bite. With its affordable prices and mouth-watering dishes, Alabama Fish Bar is a must-try for seafood lovers looking for a satisfying meal in Cincinnati.
- 1601 Race St Cincinnati, OH 45202 Hotline: (513) 241-2255
Welcome to Alabama Fish Bar, a beloved seafood spot located in Cincinnati, Ohio. Known for its fresh and lightly breaded fish options, this restaurant has captured the hearts of locals and visitors alike. From whiting to cod and perch, Alabama Fish Bar specializes in serving up delicious fried fish with a side of crispy french fries.
Despite its modest interior and take-out only setup, Alabama Fish Bar shines in its simplicity and efficiency. Customers rave about the quick service and generous portions, making it a go-to spot for a satisfying meal. Whether you're grabbing lunch on the go or looking to cater an event, Alabama Fish Bar offers a range of options to suit your needs.
With a menu focused on quality over quantity, Alabama Fish Bar has perfected the art of fried seafood. Each bite delivers a crispy exterior and tender fish inside, creating a harmonious balance of flavors. Pair your meal with tartar sauce and hot sauce for an added kick, or enjoy it on its own for a classic and comforting experience.
Whether you're a longtime fan or a first-time visitor, Alabama Fish Bar invites you to join them for a taste of tradition and nostalgia. So next time you're in the Cincinnati area, be sure to stop by Alabama Fish Bar for a delicious and satisfying seafood experience.

Food is always delicious! It is always cooked to order! I go there after I go to the Findlay Market!

I'd heard that Alabama Fish Bar is a Findlay market institution, so could not resist checking it out. The inside is small, basic, and efficient -- it's take-out only, and the interior is basically a closed-in take-out counter, with a small waiting-room lobby. It seemed to be consistently crowded, even at 3:00 p.m., though the staff there is very efficient about taking orders and getting people their food and on their way. The menu selection is basic -- fish. Fresh, lightly breaded whiting, cod, or perch, with french fries. I immediately walked out when I first saw the menu on the wall, because I was expecting that they would have other side orders, like maybe greens or cornbread. I changed my mind and turned around (and was generously given my place in line back by another customer) because, well, it's Alabama Fish Bar, and I didn't want to miss the experience. I'm glad I did. I only waited about 10 minutes from walking in to walking out with a hot steaming bag of freshly fried cod. No special flavorings here -- just lightly breaded fresh fish with accompanying tartar sauce that was surprising warming and satisfying. My take-away (besides the fish) is that Alabama fish bar generally does only one thing -- fresh fried fish -- but does it better -- and faster -- than anywhere else in the city.

I often forget about this place. The portions are huge and the food is delicious. Love how you place the order, stand to the side, and wait for it and chat with all the lovely customers. It's an adventure, for sure.

This was super yummy! No other words to describe it! If you go to the Cincinnati area you have to try it.

The food was great and the customer service was awesome. Keep in consideration it can get humid in the building bc the lobby is small and the kitchen is going! If you can't take heat pre order so you don't have to stand in the lobby for a few minutes to receive your order. They gave me so much food that I could have shared it with someone else, but I was being greedy and ate it all. This was around $10-15.

I have never been to the location as I have always had it picked up for lunch. A co worker introduced me to it and we would have it frequently for our Friday lunches. I always get the Cod and it never disappoints! One thing that they are is consistent! Always cooked perfectly! Highly recommend!!

A nostalgic trip for me always as i've been eating here since i was a kid! The fish with the bread and peppers is a staple for me. The fish is so crispy and flaky when biting into, a pro tip i do is make a little sandwich out of the fish, bread and peppers (top it with tarter and hot sauce). The inside is a quick order and go, love taking it and going to the park to eat in a picnic fashion. highly recommended seriously.

Delicious fried seafood with excellent value! On my recent ride around Cincinnati, my Lyft driver took the time to recommend this restaurant to me. When I saw the long lines at the counter, I knew I had come across a local favorite! Located on Race Street, this is a take-out only restaurant. Only on street parking is available, but it appeared limited. However, there is a cable car station close by. Uber/Lyft is usually available in under 5 minutes. For the menu, there are only three options available. Each fried fish entree is served with fries, bread, and various condiments, and the serving size is very generous. I ordered the 5 piece Whiting piece, and it was very delicious. Each piece of fish is lightly breaded and fried to perfection. It was crispy outside, and the fish was very tender inside. The fries felt generic, and I would recommend skipping it if you like to save room for the fried fish. As for the service, it was fast, and I received my order in under 3 minutes. My total came to $13, which was a steal given the generous portion of fish. Overall, it is a must try if you are a seafood lover!