Fish Shack

2460 N Federal Hwy, Lighthouse Point, FL 33064

Seafood

Last inspected: Feb 4, 2026

Score

High Risk

Public records show nine inspections at Fish Shack stretching back to 2022. On Feb 4, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around three violations across recent inspections versus roughly five violations before.

The pattern that stands out is “employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring”, which has been cited two times.

By comparison, the average Lighthouse Point facility scores 80, putting Fish Shack on the weaker side. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 4, 2026

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 6 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Oct 10, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Feb 13, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Sep 25, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing purple toxic substance not labeled under women's bathroom sink. Operator labeled "fabuloso ". **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.

32-12-5

May 1, 2024

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

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Basic - Bottom shelf of food prep table opposite two door reach in cooler near cook line observed with rust that has pitted the surface, large hole.

14-33-4

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured, at the front counter.

51-11-4

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee personal beverage stored on microwave next to container of sauce. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

12B-07-4

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee preparing food in the kitchen wearing a bracelet. **Repeat Violation**

13-07-4

Feb 29, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.

View 9 violations

High Priority - Employee touched clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee pull pants up then handle clean utensils and plate shrimp off the grill for customer. Reviewed handwashing procedures with operator. Employee washed hands and changed gloves. **Corrective Action Taken**

12A-28-4

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb at mop sink in storage area.

29-34-4

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing blue toxic substance not labeled at the cookline in the kitchen. Operator labeled glass cleaner. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Provided operator Time as a Public Health form. Operator completed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

03F-10-5

Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.

16-23-4

Basic - Employee drinking at the cookline in the kitchen. Operator discarded drink. **Corrected On-Site**

12B-02-4

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employees observed preparing food wearing watch and bracelet.

13-07-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. 1. Torn door gasket on chest freezer by fryers in kitchen.

14-11-5

Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed on cutting board and food prep table opposite cookline in kitchen. Operator discarded. **Corrected On-Site**

21-10-4

Sep 5, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Apr 18, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing blue substance at triple sink not labeled. Operator labeled **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Fish still partially frozen. Operator opened packaging. Discussed with operator **Corrected On-Site**

06-09-1

Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer bucket tested at 0ppm. Operator refilled and retested at 100ppm **Corrected On-Site**

21-07-4

Nov 3, 2022

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Metal bowl in flour removed and replaced with scoop. **Corrected On-Site**

14-01-5

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knives in between flip cooler at cook line. Knives removed. **Corrected On-Site**

10-17-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Sign faded at hand sink in kitchen.

31B-04-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Fish Shack last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Fish Shack on file is from Feb 4, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Fish Shack?

Across the inspection record, “employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Fish Shack.

How does Fish Shack compare to other restaurants in Lighthouse Point?

Fish Shack most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Lighthouse Point average of 80.

Has Fish Shack's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Fish Shack have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Fish Shack 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 Fish Shack inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Fish Shack is inspected around three times per year on average.

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