Leon’S Lobstah Shack

5314 Interbay Blvd, Tampa, FL 33611

Seafood

Last inspected: Jan 29, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show nine inspections at Leon’S Lobstah Shack stretching back to 2022. Leon’S Lobstah Shack was last inspected on Jan 29, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around two violations, down from roughly four violations earlier in the record.

Across the inspection history, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Compared to the broader Tampa restaurant scene, this is about average. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 29, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

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High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. At start dishmachine test 0ppm. Operator replaced and primed dish machine. 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**

22-49-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed stained cutting boards stored in kitchen at time of inspection **Repeat Violation**

22-02-4

Jul 16, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed green cutting board stained in prep room at time of inspection

22-02-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee use hand wash sink to fill sanitizer bucket. Spoke with employee about proper use for hand wash sinks at time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**

31A-11-4

Jan 15, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed dish detergent stored on top of freezer holding ice cream. Operator moved detergent to shelves during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

Aug 8, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Mar 19, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Washing Fruits and Vegetables

FL-42

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Dec 6, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener in prep room soiled with food debris. Operator took to dish room and cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

22-02-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Bathrooms. Operator made signs and hung them during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-04-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards in prep room.

14-09-4

Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured. Two tanks next to soda bibs in back room

51-11-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop left in bucket. Operator moved mop to dry **Corrected On-Site**

42-01-4

May 2, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Mar 21, 2023

Complaint Full

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Operator rinsed cleaning equipments in handwash sink at storage area. Discussed with operator about handwash sink for handwash only. Operator cleaned and sanitized handwash sink at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.

22-08-4

Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Tested 0ppm. Operator remade solution, tested 50ppm. **Corrected On-Site**

21-07-4

Oct 11, 2022

Routine - Food

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

View 6 violations

Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use

FL-06

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Leon’S Lobstah Shack last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Leon’S Lobstah Shack on file is from Jan 29, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Leon’S Lobstah Shack?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Leon’S Lobstah Shack.

How does Leon’S Lobstah Shack compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Leon’S Lobstah Shack most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Tampa average of 79.

Has Leon’S Lobstah Shack's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Leon’S Lobstah Shack have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Leon’S Lobstah Shack means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Leon’S Lobstah Shack inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Leon’S Lobstah Shack is inspected around three times per year on average.

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