LOBSTER SHACK
613 LINCON RD, Miami Beach FL 33139
Last inspected Dec 4, 2025 · 7 visits since July 2023
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Dec 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Jul 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed at the bat entrance to the left.
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.
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.
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.
Feb 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed two spray bottles hanging on the triple sink with fish u Dee the nozzles. The manager removed the bottles.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed a half empty water bottle in a cutting board. The manager removed it.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed fish in the triple sink thawing. The manager turned on the cold water.
Oct 3, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed two spray bottles at the kitchen entrance with different colored liquids not labeled.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic squeeze bottles not labeled in the kitchen.
Aug 1, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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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.
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.
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed two spray bottles at the kitchen entrance with different colored liquids not labeled.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
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.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic squeeze bottles not labeled in the kitchen.
Feb 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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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.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the bar. The manager brought towels.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the bar. The manager brought soap.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at the bar.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at the bar. The manager inverted the scoop.
Jul 10, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at the men's restroom.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed in the ice machine. The owner moved it.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.