The Lobster Shack
Last inspected: Dec 4, 2025
90
Score
The health department has logged nine inspections at The Lobster Shack, the earliest from 2022. The most recent report on file is from Dec 4, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near five violations each time.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed”, showing up four times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Miami Beach restaurant scores 69. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 4, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-6
90
Jul 14, 2025
Routine - Food
7 minor violations.
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Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.
14-01-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-6
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed at the bat entrance to the left.
36-24-5
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed the ice scoop on the top of the ice machine. The owner put it in a stainless steel container. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-12-5
Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at the bar. The owner moved the straws behind the bar. **Corrected On-Site**
25-27-4
70
Feb 14, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
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Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
64
Oct 3, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed two spray bottles at the kitchen entrance with different colored liquids not labeled. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-03: Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed two spray bottles at the kitchen entrance with different colored liquids not labeled. **Time Extended**
41-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic squeeze bottles not labeled in the kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-03: Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic squeeze bottles not labeled in the kitchen. **Time Extended**
02D-01-5
86
Aug 1, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed a cook come from outside and enter the kitchen put on gloves without washing his hands. **Repeat Violation**
12A-07-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp over cook lobster meat at the cook line drawer reach in cooler. The manager moved the items to the correct shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed the following food handlers working ; Armando, Anner, Maria. As per the manager they have been working for more than 60 days. **Warning**
53B-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed two spray bottles at the kitchen entrance with different colored liquids not labeled.
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic squeeze bottles not labeled in the kitchen.
02D-01-5
Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at the bar. The bartender put the straws behind the bar. **Corrected On-Site**
25-27-4
50
Feb 16, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed a prep cook remove gloves and start to put on new gloves. The manager stopped her and had her wash her hands. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-07-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the bar. The manager brought towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the bar. The manager brought soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at the bar.
51-11-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at the bar. The manager inverted the scoop. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-08-5
64
Jul 10, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at the men's restroom.
32-04-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed in the ice machine. The owner moved it. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
82
Jan 31, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish over pickles in a upright refrigerator.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. The owner filled the triple sink sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed raw oysters and seared tuna on the menu. **Repeat Violation**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the bar. The owner put towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at the ladies and mens restroom.
32-04-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed water bottles on the floor next to the restrooms. The owner moved it. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Garbage can located outside has no lid or lid open/broken. Observed no lid on the dumpster.
33-15-4
45
Aug 23, 2022
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
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Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside located at exit door of hallway area, near restroom's.
35B-01-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed a case of plastic water bottles stored on floor at hallway area of restaurant establishment.
08B-47-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees located at men's restroom used by food employees/ customers.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed dust accumulation on hood filters, above kitchen cookline.
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler located in cooler unit, used to store beer kegs, behind bar counter.
29-49-6
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Lobster Shack last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Lobster Shack on file is from Dec 4, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Lobster Shack?
Across the inspection record, “bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at The Lobster Shack.
How does The Lobster Shack compare to other restaurants in Miami Beach?
The Lobster Shack most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami Beach average of 69.
Has The Lobster Shack's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Lobster Shack have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at The Lobster 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 The Lobster Shack inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Lobster Shack is inspected around three times per year on average.
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