Red Lobster in Orlando
Last inspected:
617 N Alafaya Trl, Orlando, FL 32828Part of: Red Lobster Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Red Lobster #6246 in Orlando has accumulated 243 violations across 30 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.1 per visit. The facility has not been shut down but received one disciplinary action resulting in a $200 fine. Fire inspections documented one violation involving a marked exit blocked by boxes, which was corrected on-site. Top recurring violations include improper ventilation, missing consumer advisories, and sewage disposal issues.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Red Lobster in Orlando: Comparison to Orange County Averages
This Facility
8.1
violations / inspection
8.1 violations per inspection
Orange County Avg
5.91
violations / inspection
5.91 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Orange County Avg
0.12
closures / facility
0.12 county average
Red Lobster in Orlando: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2019058416 | $200.00 | Sep 30, 2019 | Miami (Doral) |
Red Lobster in Orlando: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only.
Blocked with boxes all around the floor .
Operator removed it . **Corrected On-Site**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Red Lobster in Orlando: Full Inspection History — DBPR (31)
— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections20 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 5 inspections35 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 6 inspections32 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— 2 inspections14 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Red Lobster in Orlando: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Red Lobster in Orlando last inspected?
- Red Lobster #6246 in Orlando was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 24, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Red Lobster in Orlando?
- The most frequently cited violations at Red Lobster #6246 in Orlando are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Proper sewage disposal.
- How many health inspections has Red Lobster in Orlando had?
- Red Lobster #6246 in Orlando has had 31 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Red Lobster in Orlando find?
- Red Lobster #6246 in Orlando was most recently inspected on April 24, 2026 with 8 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Red Lobster in Orlando ever been shut down?
- No, Red Lobster #6246 in Orlando has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- Has Red Lobster in Orlando had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Red Lobster #6246 in Orlando has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Red Lobster in Orlando faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Red Lobster #6246 in Orlando has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Red Lobster in Orlando been fined?
- Red Lobster #6246 in Orlando has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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