Three Jefferson County Restaurants Score Below 85 in Health Inspections; Newer Report Shows Passing Scores for Gardendale Eateries
Three Jefferson County food establishments failed health inspections the week of October 15, with one already cleared after a follow-up visit.
Jefferson County Department of Health inspectors flagged three food establishments for falling below a score of 85 during the inspection period running October 15 through October 22, 2026. Fieldstown Shell in Gardendale earned the lowest inspection score of the week but has since been reinspected and returned to passing status. The two remaining below-85 scorers were not identified as having been reinspected as of the time of reporting. Specific violations documented across the week included temperature control problems and residue buildup inside ice machines. A subsequent inspection report covering October 20–29, 2026 highlighted additional Gardendale establishments with passing scores, including City Street Scoops Ice Cream (94) and The Filling Station Pizza Cafe & Bar (96), both located at 250 City St.
Why it matters
Inspection scores below 85 indicate violations that can pose direct food safety risks to the public. Publicizing these results allows consumers to make informed decisions about where they eat.
What's next
The two establishments that scored below 85 and have not yet been reinspected would typically face follow-up inspections to verify corrections.
Key facts
- Three food establishments scored below 85 during the inspection period
- Inspections were conducted between October 15 and October 22, 2026
- Fieldstown Shell in Gardendale received the lowest score of the week
- Fieldstown Shell has already been reinspected and now holds a passing score
- Violations included temperature control issues and ice machine residue buildup
- Inspections were conducted by the Jefferson County Department of Health
Bias & framing notes
Only one source covers this story, and while it originates from official county health inspection records — a government-generated dataset — the reporting omits the actual numerical scores and does not name all three establishments, limiting the reader's ability to fully assess the findings.
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