Mystic Lobster
Last inspected: Feb 20, 2026
61
Score
Mystic Lobster appears in inspection records seven times, starting in 2025. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 20, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around eight violations per visit lately, up from roughly five violations before.
By comparison, the average Daytona Beach facility scores 71, putting Mystic Lobster on the weaker side. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
5
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 20, 2026
Routine - Food
5 major violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. -hand sink behind front counter **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-18: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-20: -roll of paper towels kept in area **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken**
31B-05-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-18: Time extended 60 days **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-20: Time extended 60 days to verify compliance **Time Extended**
53A-02-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. -ahi tuna sandwich -ahi tuna tacos -pepper seared ahi tuna **Repeat Violation** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-18: Time extended 60 days **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-20: -time extended 60 days to verify compliance. Provides written guidance via division flyer for consumer advisory regulations **Time Extended**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-18: Time extended 60 days **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-20: -time extended 60 days to verify compliance **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-18: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-20: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
61
Feb 18, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -cut lettuce 50F, cut tomatoes 50F, coleslaw 51F, sour cream 52F, inside lowboy cooler in prep area more than 4 hours per employee, see stop sale. Advised person in charge of 50F ambient temperature reading on unit. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-18: 51F shredded cheese, 45F sour cream, 46F coleslaw(ambient cooling 3 hrs) inside cooler for 2.5 hours per manager Manager has largely removed food sensitive to temperatures, previously serviced units after prior inspection. Manager stated calling for service technician to return. Advised manager to monitor internal food temperatures and only store food inside units that can maintain 41F or below internal food temperatures. **Time Extended**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-18: Time extended 60 days **Time Extended**
53A-02-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. -ahi tuna sandwich -ahi tuna tacos -pepper seared ahi tuna **Repeat Violation** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-18: Time extended 60 days **Time Extended**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-18: Time extended 60 days **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-18: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. -hand sink behind front counter **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-18: **Time Extended**
31B-05-4
52
Feb 11, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 7 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
13
Oct 27, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Person in charge could not provide proof of certified food manager for establishment **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-27: No proof of certified food manager for establishment as of callback inspection. **Admin Complaint**
53A-02-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. -ahi tuna tacos(main menu), ahi tuna sandwich(main menu), poke bowl(special menu)on menu, no consumer advisory/disclosure on menu linking**Warning** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-27: Menu still shows raw food item (tuna tacos) without consumer advisory/disclosure on menu. **Admin Complaint**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. -new employee in back - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-27: -must be in compliance upon the next unannounced inspection **Time Extended**
11-26-1
74
Aug 11, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
22
Mar 25, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 15, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ **Warning**
50-08-7
Intermediate - Approved plans differ from equipment in place. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. **Warning**
51-16-7
Basic - No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items. **Warning**
16-04-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. **Warning**
31B-04-4
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mystic Lobster last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mystic Lobster on file is from Feb 20, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
How does Mystic Lobster compare to other restaurants in Daytona Beach?
Mystic Lobster most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Daytona Beach average of 71.
Has Mystic Lobster's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Mystic Lobster have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Mystic Lobster means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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