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THE LOBSTER SHACK

507 South Street
Key West, Florida, 33040
Upper Duval
Monroe County County

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★½☆☆ (2.6/5)
Based on 5 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

Inspection Date: 2/14/2025

  • 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
  • 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed a half empty water bottle in a cutting board. The manager removed it. Corrected On-Site
  • 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed fish in the triple sink thawing. The manager turned on the cold water. Corrected On-Site
  • 12A-07-5:High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
  • 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed two spray bottles hanging on the triple sink with fish u Dee the nozzles. The manager removed the bottles. Corrected On-Site

Inspection Date: 10/3/2024

  • 02D-01-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic squeeze bottles not labeled in the kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-03: Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic squeeze bottles not labeled in the kitchen. **Time Extended**
  • 41-17-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed two spray bottles at the kitchen entrance with different colored liquids not labeled. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-03: Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed two spray bottles at the kitchen entrance with different colored liquids not labeled. **Time Extended**

Inspection Date: 8/1/2024

  • 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
  • 51-11-4:Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Repeat Violation
  • 25-27-4:Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at the bar. The bartender put the straws behind the bar. Corrected On-Site
  • 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic squeeze bottles not labeled in the kitchen.
  • 12A-07-5:High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed a cook come from outside and enter the kitchen put on gloves without washing his hands. Repeat Violation
  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp over cook lobster meat at the cook line drawer reach in cooler. The manager moved the items to the correct shelf. Corrected On-Site
  • 53B-02-5:Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed the following food handlers working ; Armando, Anner, Maria. As per the manager they have been working for more than 60 days. Warning
  • 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed two spray bottles at the kitchen entrance with different colored liquids not labeled.

Inspection Date: 2/16/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8440835

  • 51-11-4:Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at the bar.
  • 10-08-5:Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at the bar. The manager inverted the scoop. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
  • 12A-07-5:High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed a prep cook remove gloves and start to put on new gloves. The manager stopped her and had her wash her hands. Corrected On-Site
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the bar. The manager brought towels. Corrected On-Site
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the bar. The manager brought soap. Corrected On-Site

Inspection Date: 7/10/2023

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8379844

  • 32-04-4:Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at the men's restroom.
  • 10-08-5:Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed in the ice machine. The owner moved it. Corrected On-Site
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled. Repeat Violation

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Google Rating

★★★★½ (4.7/5)
(1,278 reviews)

Opening Hours

Monday:Closed
Tuesday:11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday:11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday:11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday:11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday:11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday:Closed
✓ Currently Open

Features

✓ Restaurant

Restaurant Features

Serves Beer
Lunch
Takeout
Dine-in
Last Enriched At: 5/14/2025

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