Simply Lobster

771 E Palmetto Park Rd, Boca Raton, FL 33432
Seafood
Last inspected: Dec 17, 2025
43
Score
High Risk

The health department has logged four inspections at Simply Lobster, the earliest from 2023. The most recent visit was on Dec 17, 2025. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around eight violations per visit versus roughly one violation earlier in the record.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer”, showing up two times.

Compared to other Boca Raton restaurants (averaging 74), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

4
Inspections
2
Critical latest
5
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 17, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. In reach in freezer shredded cheese stored in to go bag. Advised operator of proper storage. **Warning**
14-31-5
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 12/1/25 **Warning**
50-17-3
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit at establishment. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator provided. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning**
05-08-4
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**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Debbie Hodgkins person in charge unable to provide. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Basic - Food stored on floor. Pickles in buckets stored on floor in cooking area. Advised operator of proper storage. **Warning**
08B-38-4
43
Oct 14, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Sep 26, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary
16-37-1
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
82
Mar 28, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Simply Lobster last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Simply Lobster on file is from Dec 17, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Simply Lobster?

Across the inspection record, “no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Simply Lobster.

How does Simply Lobster compare to other restaurants in Boca Raton?

Simply Lobster most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Boca Raton average of 74.

Has Simply Lobster's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Simply Lobster have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Simply Lobster 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 Simply Lobster inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Simply Lobster is inspected roughly once per year on average.