Red Lobster #0461

3544 Nw Federal Hwy, Jensen Beach, FL 34957

Seafood

Last inspected: Jan 17, 2024

Score

High Risk

Across the available record, Red Lobster #0461 has four inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent report on file is from Jan 17, 2024. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection. Public records show no inspections at Red Lobster #0461 since Jan 17, 2024, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around seven violations per visit versus roughly three violations earlier in the record.

Restaurants in Jensen Beach average 80, so Red Lobster #0461 trails the local norm. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Jan 17, 2024

Complaint Full

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

View 7 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed Raw fish over cooked hush puppies reach in cooler at cook line. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

08A-05-6

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed lack of Vacuum breaker at mop sink with splitter and hose attached. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

29-42-4

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed Raw shrimp over mozzarella sticks reach in freezer at cook line. Both products removed from commercial packaging. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

08A-02-6

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand wash sink by back prep line. Operator provided soap. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-03-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink by coffee maker. Operator provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. No measuring device present at time of inspection. Inspector used DBPR provided test strips. **Repeat Violation**

16-62-1

Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sink and surface sanitizer for sanitizer bucket strength unable to be determined. Sink and surface test strip turned yellow and yellow is not shown on color concentration chart. Advised operator to get new test kit.

21-08-4

Dec 11, 2023

Complaint Full

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Feb 20, 2023

Routine - Food

5 minor violations.

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Basic - Stored food not covered. Cooked potatoes/walk in cooler/corrective action taken/operator covered foods. **Corrective Action Taken**

08B-12-5

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. By ice machine/mop area

36-22-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Storeroom

36-73-4

Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Flour mix/under 3 compartment sink/corrective action taken/operator stored foods properly. **Corrective Action Taken**

08B-36-4

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand wash sink/by ice machine.

29-08-4

Jul 26, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 49 degrees, coleslaw, 52 shredded cheese/prep cooler/kitchen/Foids stored within 2 hours/corrective action taken/operator iced down Tcs foods. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Cut lettuce, cut tomatoes/kitchen

03F-10-5

Intermediate - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach in cooler/cookline

05-05-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Oil/shortening containers/storage area.

08B-38-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Red Lobster #0461 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Red Lobster #0461 on file is from Jan 17, 2024. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Red Lobster #0461 compare to other restaurants in Jensen Beach?

Red Lobster #0461 most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Jensen Beach average of 80.

Has Red Lobster #0461's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Red Lobster #0461 have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Red Lobster #0461 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.

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