Luke's Lobster

242 East 81 Street, Manhattan, NY 10028

Seafood

Last inspected: Dec 18, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Luke's Lobster has been inspected three times since 2023. The most recent report on file is from Dec 18, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent inspections show fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest at two versus four before.

The most common issue across all inspections has been evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food, showing up two times.

Luke's Lobster's latest score of 82 sits above the Manhattan average of 77. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 18, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Aug 15, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.

04N

Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. garbage, refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected, stored, removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance.

08B

Jul 5, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 5 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

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

08C

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information

20-08

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Luke's Lobster last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Luke's Lobster on file is from Dec 18, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

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

Across the inspection record, evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Luke's Lobster.

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

Luke's Lobster most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

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

Yes. Recent inspections at Luke's Lobster have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about four previously.

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.

Nearby Restaurants

Score: 74 — Medium Risk

Portable Provisions

220 East 81 Street

Score: 74 — Medium Risk

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