RED LOBSTER #0017
2583 N MONROE ST · TALLAHASSEE · Leon County · FL 32303
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
16 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 2
22-53-4High Priority – Quaternary ammonium sanitizer used to sanitize clean in place equipment not at proper minimum strength. Do not use equipment not properly sanitized. Sanitizer tested 0 ppm. Employee made another batch, retested at 200ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-18-4High Priority – Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Quat sanitizer in three compartment sink at bar tested >500ppm. Employee informed to dilute solution and test. **Corrective Action Taken**
Intermediate 5
22-56-4Intermediate – Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Non stationary dish rack dishmachine temping 151f. 180f required for proper sanitizing.
11-26-1Intermediate – No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided operator with DBPR document again. **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4Intermediate – No soap or towels provided at handwash sink located in dish pit or by wait station by the bar. Operator restocked handwash sink by dish pit. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
53B-13-5Intermediate – 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.
16-54-4Intermediate – Wash solution in spray type hot water sanitizing dishmachine not reaching proper temperature according to manufacturer's specifications. Non stationary dish rack dishmachine temping 151f. 180f required for proper sanitizing. **Warning**
Basic 9
22-20-5Basic – Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
36-34-5Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4Basic – Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
12B-07-4Basic – Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
08B-38-4Basic – Food stored on floor. Biscuit mix stored on floor of prep area. Employee moved to shelves. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Build up on exterior/under cooking equipment. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4Basic – Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. **Repeat Violation**
29-19-4Basic – Standing water on floor in kitchen and bar areas. Slow draining at handwashing sink in bar area.
08B-12-5Basic – Stored food not covered. Breading and floor stored uncovered in dry storage room. **Repeat Violation**
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 12, 2026 8:56 AM.
Violation category totals
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1 observation(s)
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Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.