Lakon Brighton
Last inspected: Apr 13, 2026
50
Score
The health department has logged seven inspections at Lakon Brighton, the earliest from 2024. Lakon Brighton was last inspected on Apr 13, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.
“Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
Compared to other Brighton restaurants (averaging 88), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
4
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 13, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Manual and mechanical warewashing equipment chemical sanitization-temperature ph concentration and hardness (p)
Inspector notes: At the three compartment sink and at red sanitizer buckets tested less than 150ppm quats; sanitizers shall be at required ppm. The person in charge replaced the sanitizer in the buckets and three compartment sink and they tested at 200ppm using the health inspector's quats test strips.
590.004/4-501.114-P
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: In the basement observed large dark rodent droppings in multiple areas but no rodent activity in the upstairs kitchen. The pest control report from 4-6-2026 indicates there were captured mice and rats as well as noting the droppings in the basement. Clean and sanitize the basement of rodent droppings work with your pest control operator on sealing any openings and have the pest control operator perform another service as soon as possible and provide the report the report must show no captures and no evidence of pests. We also recommend increasing the frequency of treatments with your pest control operator.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Cleaning agents and sanitizers availability (pf)
Inspector notes: At the chemical warewwashing machine the sanitizer bottle is empty and there is no backstock of chlorine for the machine on site; chemical sanitizer for the dish machine should always be available at all times. Until sanitizer is refilled at the chemical warewashing machine you are to only use the three compartment sink to wash rinse and sanitize.
590.004/4-303.11-PF
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: The establishment uses quats to sanitize their food contact surfaces but could not provide a testing device for the sanitizer; a testing device for the sanitizer used on premise shall always be on site.
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: No vomit and diarrhea clean-up procedures were able to be presented during the inspection; provide.
590.002/2-501.11-PF
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: At the rear exit observed gap between the double doors where daylight is visible when doors are closed; repair or replace doors or add a door sweep to prevent pest entry.
590.006/6-202.15-C
(b) and (c) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (c)
Inspector notes: The basins of the handwashing sink next to the mixer in the baking area and next to the cheesecake display in the front of house are heavily soiled and have food debris in the sink basins; clean and sanitze.
590.004/4-601.11-C
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple cold holding units observed without internal thermometers; provide.
590.004/4-204.112-C
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Nov 13, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker expired. Provide cleaning date.
590.006/6-501.14-C
95
Oct 8, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker expired. Provide cleaning date.
590.006/6-501.14-C
95
Mar 7, 2025
Routine
4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Manual and mechanical warewashing equipment chemical sanitization-temperature ph concentration and hardness (pf)
Inspector notes: Sanitizer dispenser not operating. Sanitizer mixed by hand. Service dispenser as needed for proper functioning.
590.004/4-501.114-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Rat droppings in basement. Clean and sanitize. Provide curernt pest reports.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
(a )cooling methods (pf)
Inspector notes: Hard cooked eggs covered in refrigerator at 90F. Spinach and feta filling covered in refrigerator at 100F. Both items spread out in metal containers uncovered. Cooked in past hour. Review cooling methods with food handlers.
590.003/3-501.15-PF
Time as a public health control ( pf)
Inspector notes: TPHC used for quiche cheesecake potato pastry spinach and feta ham and cheese pastry without documentation. All items 65F. Provide TPHC plan and documentation and submit to Health Department for approval. Discontinue holding pastry at ambient temperature without approval.
590.003(D)/3-501.19-PF
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Ice scoop stored in ice machine at service line. Store scoop separated from ice.
590.003/3-304.12-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Damaged floor tiles in warewashing area. Repair as needed for cleanable durable surface.
590.006/6-501.11-C
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Sep 25, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker expired. Scheduled for 9/23
590.006/6-501.14-C
95
Sep 11, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Time as a public health control ( pf)
Inspector notes: Pastry with cooked eggs pesto tomato and spinach held for 2 hours without written TPHC plan. Provide plan to ISD Health for approval.
590.003(D)/3-501.19-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Pickled onions without date marking. Date all prepped foods held over 24 hours. Do not hold prepped foods past 7 days.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Broken floor tiles in kitchen. Replace and repair tiles for a smooth cleanable surface.
590.006/6-501.11-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker expired. Provide cleaning date.
590.006/6-501.14-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Food handler staff without hair restraints. Provide hats or hairnets for all food staff.
590.002/2-402.11-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Rat droppings in basement. Clean all areas and monitor for activity. Provide current pest report.
590.006/6-501.111-C
67
Jul 16, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Lakon Brighton last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Lakon Brighton on file is from Apr 13, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Lakon Brighton?
Across the inspection record, “cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Lakon Brighton.
How does Lakon Brighton compare to other restaurants in Brighton?
Lakon Brighton most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Brighton average of 88.
Has Lakon Brighton's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Lakon Brighton have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Lakon Brighton means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Lakon Brighton inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Lakon Brighton is inspected around four times per year on average.
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