Luke's Lobster

11 Water Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201
Seafood
Last inspected: Nov 21, 2025
90
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

The health department has logged three inspections at Luke's Lobster, the earliest from 2022. On Nov 21, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided”, which has been cited two times.

Among Brooklyn restaurants, the typical score is 77; Luke's Lobster is comfortably above that bar. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 21, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 minor violations.
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Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
10B
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
10F
90
Jul 8, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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Cold tcs food item held above 41 °f; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °f; intact raw eggs held above 45 °f; or reduced oxygen packaged (rop) tcs foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
02G
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
10B
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
10F
78
Nov 22, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Food, supplies, and equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.
06C
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Luke's Lobster last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Luke's Lobster on file is from Nov 21, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Luke's Lobster?

Across the inspection record, “anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Luke's Lobster.

How does Luke's Lobster compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Luke's Lobster most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Luke's Lobster's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Luke's Lobster have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Luke's Lobster 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 Luke's Lobster inspected?

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