RED LOBSTER #0730
6401 DARTER CT, Fort Pierce FL 34945
Last inspected Aug 17, 2026 · 12 visits since July 2023
AUG 25
SEP 25
SEP 25
DEC 25
AUG 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 11 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drains. Drain on floor under biscuit station and prep sink drain on floor is rising with gray water and backing up, causing gray water to puddle on to the floor area where cook has to walk through to use oven.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2024054481 | Sep 5, 2024 | Oct 2, 2024 | $400 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Aug 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Equipment in poor repair. Cooler on cook line no food stored in cooler at this time. Cooler door to walk in freezer in disrepair manager stated waiting on quote to get fixed
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. By dishwasher and walk in freezer
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. In walk in produce cooler
Dec 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cheese 60f cold holding, advised to rapid chill placed in walk in cooler
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. By dish machine
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Toothpicks not wrapped in bulk on counter for quests
Sep 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Baked potatoes 113f hold holding, less then 1 hour manager placed on time
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Near ice cream freezer
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Tongs in lettuce
Single-service articles improperly stored. Toothpicks not individually wrapped or in dispenser. manager removed
Aug 7, 2025Inspection 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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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In bar area
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Small cooler cooks line
Feb 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shrimp over cooked crayfish
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cheddar cheese 51f cold holding, advised to rapid chill
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. By dish machine
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer by door
Sep 5, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water.
Sep 5, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 8 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shrimp over baked potatoes
Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drains. Drain on floor under biscuit station and prep sink drain on floor is rising with gray water and backing up, causing gray water to puddle on to the floor area where cook has to walk through to use oven.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. shredded cheese 46f cold holding,2nd temperature 37f cold holding,
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. By salad bar
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Hand washing sink by salad station
Apr 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cheese shredded 50f cold holding, in biscuit station manager stated out for less than 2 hours advised to rapid chill. Manager place in freezer
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Fork and holder in sink at servers station
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Small boards on cooks line
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. In back storage area
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. In walk in freezer
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. In bar cooler
Jan 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At sink by dishwasher station.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Area by prep station water on floor.
In-use utensil stored in 135 degree Fahrenheit water. Water temperature at 127 F, in formed manager.
Open dumpster lid. Informed manager.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Jul 13, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Dishmachine is leaking on to floor area. They are setting up three compartment sink until fixed.
Equipment in poor repair. Small center cooler on cooks line, drawers on cooks line. Had power outage this am waiting on electrician. Do not store food in cooler until maintaining proper temperature.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Near dish area
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Salad cooler
Jul 12, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Garlic Alfredo 51f cold holding, Mac and cheese 56f cold holding, lemon ber blanc 56f cold holding crab cluster 54f cold holding, from this am placed in walk in to rapid chill
No soap provided at handwash sink. In bar area
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Dishmachine is leaking on to floor area. They are setting up three compartment sink until fixed.
Equipment in poor repair. Small center cooler on cooks line, drawers on cooks line. Had power outage this am waiting on electrician. Do not store food in cooler until maintaining proper temperature.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Near dish area
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. In kitchen area large bins
Light not functioning. In walk in cooler had power outage this am waiting on electrician
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. End of cook line
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Salad cooler
Thawed portions of ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food rose above 41 degrees Fahrenheit while being thawed under running water. Lobster tails 75f - 80f thawing employee placed in cooler to rapid chill
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