Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
28
Last inspection
June 29, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
23 / 5
Red Lobster currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on June 29, 2026 found 5 violations, including 3 critical violations, for a total score of 28 points.
Latest Violations
3 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
- Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
Non-Critical
- Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
June 29, 2026
- Date
- June 29, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N/A
- Score
- 28
- Critical points
- 23
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 5 (3 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Jun 29, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Feb 5, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jan 6, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 30, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Red Lobster received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in February 2025 with a score of 12.
What This Grade Means
NYC inspection scores are penalty points. Lower scores are better. A score of 0–13 generally qualifies for an A, 14–27 for a B, and 28+ for a C.
Red Lobster's latest score: 28
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red Lobster's current NYC health grade?
Red Lobster does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
When was Red Lobster last inspected?
Red Lobster was last inspected on June 29, 2026.
What was Red Lobster's latest inspection score?
Red Lobster's latest inspection score was 28 points.
How many violations did Red Lobster have in its latest inspection?
Red Lobster had 5 violations in its latest inspection, including 3 critical violations and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Red Lobster located?
Red Lobster is located at 455 Gateway Drive in Brooklyn, NY 11239.
Data source: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene restaurant inspection data via NYC Open Data. Inspection results may change as new inspections, reinspections, or adjudications are posted.
Restaurant ID: 50014052
Last updated: July 3, 2026