Red Lobster #0257
Last inspected: Mar 9, 2026
100
Score
Across the available record, Red Lobster #0257 has 11 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. On Mar 9, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near three violations per visit.
“Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.
Red Lobster #0257's latest score of 100 sits above the Orange Park average of 73. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
11
Inspections
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Major latest
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Inspection History
Mar 9, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 6, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical 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. See stop sale. Observed raw fish (48F/52F - Cold Holding)in stand up reach-in cooler to left of fryers. Door was found slightly open. Fish moved to walk-in freezer and temperature approximately 20 minutes later at 42F/43F. Ambient temperature approximately 20 minutes later at 36F. Also, observed raw shrimp (46F/47F - Cold Holding); cheese (51F - Cold Holding); crab (48F/47F - Cold Holding); sausage (47F - Cold Holding); pasta (47F - Cold Holding); scallops (47F - Cold Holding); lobster (48F - Cold Holding); raw salmon (46F - Cold Holding)in stand-up reach-in cooler across from conveyor oven. Last known ambient temperature taken at 9:45 at 36F. Inspector took temperatures at 2:15. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-06: Observed fish at 44F and butter at 45F in stand-up reach in cooler by fryers. Per manager, fish and butter placed into the unit at approximately 12:30. Both products moved to walk-in cooler. The stand-up reach in cooler across from conveyor oven is not being used and is waiting on being repaired. **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed raw shrimp (46F/47F - Cold Holding); cheese (51F - Cold Holding); crab (48F/47F - Cold Holding); sausage (47F - Cold Holding); pasta (47F - Cold Holding); scallops (47F - Cold Holding); lobster (48F - Cold Holding); raw salmon (46F - Cold Holding)in stand-up reach-in cooler across from conveyor oven. Last known ambient temperature taken at 9:45 at 36F. Inspector took temperatures at 2:15. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-06: No violation. **Time Extended**
01B-02-5
74
Mar 4, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 8 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
39
Sep 18, 2025
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
Aug 4, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
67
Jan 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Microwave missing fan guard cover/splatter shield. Microwave fan guard missing on far right microwave on make line.
14-04-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils on expo line in dipper well with no running water at 71F. Manager turned on water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Both lids on left dumpster and right lid on right dumpster are open.
33-16-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of conveyor oven on make line has grease/debris build up. **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
78
Aug 14, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed mashed potatoes (128F - Hot Holding); rice (131F - Hot Holding) on steam table in kitchen. Per employee, both products placed on the steam table 1.5 hours prior. Employee found temperature dial turned down and increased. Products heated to 182F on the mashed potatoes and 197F for the rice. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Multiple employee training documents are photocopies.
53B-09-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vent and surrounding tiles at end of line near conveyor oven are soiled. Fan guards in small walk in cooler are soiled.
36-34-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of conveyer oven/melter has build up of food debris/grease. **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Leak observed on ice machine at filter area.
29-08-4
67
Feb 20, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed server bring dirty dishes to the dish room then get a carry out box and took to dining room guest without washing hands. Observed another server bring dirty dishes to the dish room, walked to dining area, turned back to service entrance, scratched head then placed a clean napkin in basket and put bread in the basket and brought to dining room guest without washing hands. Operator spoke to all staff on proper handwashing. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-02-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Vacuum breaker missing on attached hose under hand wash sink in dish room.
29-34-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hose in hand wash sink in dish room and package of straws in hand wash sink in the bar area. Operator removed hose and employee removed straws. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of conveyor oven has grease build up. **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Multiple floor tiles missing at threshold of walk in freezer by back exit. Operator states repair request has been placed and expected to be completed this week. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
61
Sep 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
61
Mar 24, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, unwrapped single-service items or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed employee handle dirty dishes then bring unwrapped to go container to customers without washing hands. Operator spoke with employee. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-02-4
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. No measuring device available. Operator ordered during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
16-62-1
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In walk in cooler, multiple missing floor tiles on left side, exposing concrete.
36-17-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave interior top on server expo line has accumulation of debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Operator closed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Under dishmachine and under pre-rinse area has accumulation of debris. Also, underside of soda machine around nozzles in service station by bar has accumulation of debris. Also, soda gun components/tubing over ice bin in bar has build up of black/green mold-like substance. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed accumulation of flying insects in bug capture light device. Operator removed device during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-06-4
61
Aug 9, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed in not in use reach-in cooler used as storage, dish detergent being stored next to box of kosher salt. Operator removed box of salt during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
41-10-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach-in cooler across from broiler observed, scallops (46F - Cold Holding); lobster (45F - Cold Holding). Operator produced temperature log from 2.5 hours prior. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. In dry storage area observed a can of clam chowder with two creased dents on seam of can. Operator segregated the dented can during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-01-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed ice machine with mold-like substance buildup in interior bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. At end of server alley near office observed handwash sink blocked by a tub sitting over the basin. Operator removed tub during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed only able to provide proof of two employee training certificates.
53B-13-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. In dry storage area observed CO2 tanks unsecured. Operator replaced chain around tanks during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
51-11-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee drink on cook line over food prep area. Operator discarded drink. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-02-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket on reach-in cooler across from broiler with extreme tearing.
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in the walk-in freezer farthest from the back door with ice build up dropping down from fan unit.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In server alley observed water holding in use ice cream scoop at 128F.
10-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Multiple gaskets on reach-in cooler observed soiled with food debris.
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Operator closed lid during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Red Lobster #0257 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Red Lobster #0257 on file is from Mar 9, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Red Lobster #0257?
Across the inspection record, “interior of oven/microwave has accumulation” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Red Lobster #0257.
How does Red Lobster #0257 compare to other restaurants in Orange Park?
Red Lobster #0257 most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Orange Park average of 73.
Has Red Lobster #0257's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Red Lobster #0257 have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Red Lobster #0257 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 Red Lobster #0257 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Red Lobster #0257 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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