LOBSTER SHACK

Food safety records indicate LOBSTER SHACK in ISLAMORADA has 3 inspections with a 3.7/5 overall rating. Recent inspections show improving food safety practices.

Gimpy Gulch Drive
Florida, 33036
Monroe County County

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★★½☆ (3.7/5)
Based on 3 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

Inspection Date: 9/26/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 13519436

  • 25-05-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service items, napkins , cups ,to go containers are stored outside Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-26: Observed soda and water storage on shelving outdoors not enclosed. **Time Extended**
  • 31A-04-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed from the back cook area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-26: At callback inspection the handwashing sink has not been reinstalled in the approved location in the kitchen area Admin Complaint
  • 53B-13-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Armando Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-26: **Time Extended**

Inspection Date: 9/12/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10889130

  • 29-08-4:Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. The mop sink has no running water and is not connected to drain line Repeat Violation Warning
  • 25-05-4:Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service items, napkins , cups ,to go containers are stored outside Warning
  • 31A-04-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed from the back cook area. Warning
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. The front handwashing sink is being used for dish and utensil washing And storage Warning
  • 53B-13-5:Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Armando Warning

Inspection Date: 4/11/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10811403

  • 08B-36-4:Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. No splash divider between dump sink and handwashing ding as approved plans
  • 29-08-4:Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. The mop sink is in disrepair . No drain connection or water on .
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Dishes in sink