What is Red Lobster #0873's health inspection score?

Red Lobster #0873 has a SafeDine safety score of 72 out of 100 (Grade B). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Red Lobster #0873 last inspected?

Red Lobster #0873 was last inspected on February 2, 2024. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Red Lobster #0873 have?

Red Lobster #0873 has 36 total violations across 2 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Red Lobster #0873 safe to eat at?

Red Lobster #0873 has a good safety record with a score of 72/100. While there are some noted violations, overall compliance is solid.

What type of cuisine does Red Lobster #0873 serve?

Red Lobster #0873 serves Seafood cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Red Lobster #0873

Name: Red Lobster #0873
Address: 9069 VANTAGE POINT, Dallas, 75243
Rating: 72

9069 VANTAGE POINT, Dallas

Data may be outdated — inspected 2/2/2024

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Seafood•Lake Highlands

Ranked #221 of 727 in Lake HighlandsBetter than 80% of seafood restaurants

Improving

8 inspections

Last: Feb 2, 2024

low confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

13%

Clean Rate

4.5

Avg Violations

27 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Cross-contamination

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

Handwashing

Employees not properly washing hands — contamination risk

Sanitation

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Employee hygiene

Personal hygiene practices not followed

Other violation

Regulatory compliance issue

10x

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-28

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-1 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-2 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Freshness Penalty

-25 pts

Score reduced due to stale inspection data

Inspection Timeline

+13 pts

100

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

How scoring works: Every restaurant starts at 100 points. Points are deducted for violations found during inspections.

Recent inspections are weighted more heavily. High priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact.

Location

9069 VANTAGE POINT, Dallas, TX 75243

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Violation Timeline

Jan 2019

1 inspections

1 intermediate

6 basic

Jan

Jun 2019

1 inspections

1 intermediate

6 basic

Dec 2019

1 inspections

1 intermediate

3 basic

Dec

Feb 2020

1 inspections

4 intermediate

4 basic

Aug 2020

1 inspections

1 intermediate

3 basic

Aug

Mar 2022

1 inspections

1 basic

Feb 2023

1 inspections

1 intermediate

4 basic

Feb

Feb 2024

1 inspections

Inspection History

8 records on file

8 Routine

Feb 24

Routine InspectionLatestCleanScore: 100

No violations

100/100inspection score

Feb 23

Routine InspectionScore: 92

1 Med4 Basic

5 total

87/100inspection score

−13 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

DAL-1*19 One Inch Air Gap−5
An air gap between the water supply inlet and the flood level rim of the plumbing fixture, equipment, or nonfood equipment shall be at least twice the diameter of the water supply inlet and may not be less than 25 mm

Basic (4)

−8 pts

DAL-2*21 RFSM - Not On Site−2
(c) Registered food service managers. (1) Registered food service managers required.
DAL-3*36 Cloths in-use for wiping between uses stored−2
cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces shall be: (A) held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution
DAL-4*37 Storing the food where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination−2
COVER FOOD IN WIC
DAL-5*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces−2
CLEAN FLOORS

Base deductions−13 pts

Mar 22

Routine InspectionScore: 98

1 Basic

1 total

98/100inspection score

−2 pts

Basic (1)

−2 pts

DAL-1*31 Individual, disposable towels−2
paper towels at handsink

Base deductions−2 pts

Aug 20

Routine InspectionScore: 92

1 Med3 Basic

4 total

89/100inspection score

−11 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

DAL-2*10 Clean Sight and Touch−5
CLEAN SIGHT AND TOUCH

Basic (3)

−6 pts

DAL-1*31 Individual, disposable towels−2
PAPER TOWELS
DAL-3*33 Warewashing machine data plate w required temp.−2
DISHWASHER NOT WORKING CORRECTLY - PROBE ERROR
DAL-4*35 Hair Restraints effective−2
HAIR RESTRAINT

Base deductions−11 pts

Feb 20

Routine InspectionScore: 83

4 Med4 Basic

8 total

72/100inspection score

−28 pts

Intermediate (4)

−20 pts

DAL-1*09 Food protected cross contamination arrange each type food in equipment so cross is prevented−5
milk next to lobster in RIC
DAL-2*10 Clean Sight and Touch−5
clean microwaves and prep tables
DAL-3*14 When to wash hands before donning new gloves−5
did not wash hands after taking off gloves
DAL-4*18 Equipment and Utensils Multiuse Materials-safe−5
sanitizer bucket on the floor

Basic (4)

−8 pts

DAL-5*21 RFSM - Not On Site−2
DAL-6*36 Cloths in-use for wiping between uses stored−2
wet wiping cloths on prep tables
DAL-7*41 Food storage containers, identified with common name of food.−2
label food containers in bulk with a common name (Flour and spices)
DAL-8*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces−2
clean floors, gaskets in coolers

Base deductions−28 pts

Dec 19

Routine InspectionScore: 94

1 Med3 Basic

4 total

89/100inspection score

−11 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

DAL-1*10 Clean Sight and Touch−5
clean ice build-up in ice cream freezer and prep tables

Basic (3)

−6 pts

DAL-2*34 Pest control-routine inspections for−2
fruit flies present near doors in kitchen
DAL-3*37 Storing the food at least 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor−2
food not stored 6 inches above the floor in WIF
DAL-4*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces−2
clean gaskets in RICs

Base deductions−11 pts

Jun 19

Routine InspectionScore: 90

1 Med6 Basic

7 total

83/100inspection score

−17 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

DAL-7*10 Clean Sight and Touch−5
clean ice machine, prep tables

Basic (6)

−12 pts

DAL-1*44 Frequency. Refuse, recyclables/returnables removed−2
trash
DAL-2*32 Equipment & Utensils resistant pit,chip, crazing−2
replace chipped lid/cover on ice machine
DAL-3*39 In-use utensils, between-use storage. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food prep−2
use scoop or utensils with handle to scoop food
DAL-4*34 Pest control-routine inspections for−2
observed fruit flies and house flies
DAL-5*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces−2
clean gaskets around cooler doors, coolers inside
DAL-6*45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair−2
replace caulk around sink, floor tiles, cove base, repair all damages in the kitchen, pipe under sink

Base deductions−17 pts

Jan 19

Routine InspectionScore: 90

1 Med6 Basic

7 total

83/100inspection score

−17 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

DAL-1*14 When to wash hands before donning new gloves−5
observed employees put gloves on without washing hands

Basic (6)

−12 pts

DAL-2*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces−2
clean coolers inside, gaskets around cooler doors, ice machine
DAL-3*35 Eating food, chewing gum, drinking beverages, or using tobacco−2
DAL-4*34 Pest control-routine inspections for−2
observed fruit flies in dining room
DAL-5*41 Food storage containers, identified with common name of food.−2
provide label for food storage containers
DAL-6*32 Maintain in Good Repair−2
gaskets around cooler doors, repair cooler door, replace rusty shelves
DAL-7*45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair−2
floor tiles in walk in cooler, walk in freezer, floor slope, pipe under ice bin (bar area) disconnected

Base deductions−17 pts

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Data source: Dallas DEH · Official government inspection records

Grading System

85 – 100

Excellent

70 – 84

Good

Below 70

Fair

About SafeDine Scores

Scores are calculated using official government inspection data. High Priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact, followed by Intermediate and Basic violations. Community reviews can adjust the score by up to 5 points when 3+ reviews are submitted.

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