New York City, NY - An inspection on 08/13/2025 at Lobster Place Raw Bar uncovered significant health code violations.
Lobster Place Raw Bar is positioned at 75 9 Avenue Manhattan Ny in the Chelsea area, drawing neighborhood patrons and tourists.
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The inspection report notes: "09c. Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained. (critical: not critical)." Food safety guidelines indicate that such conditions should be addressed promptly.
The examination revealed violations related to sanitation, which need to be addressed for proper compliance.
Sanitation violations encompass a broad spectrum of cleanliness and maintenance issues that affect food safety Research conducted by federal health agencies demonstrates that Federal regulators use FDA sanitation guidelines as the benchmark for evaluating food service establishment compliance. The Food Safety Modernization Act provides comprehensive guidance for preventing such violations.
The implications extend to broader community food safety standards. Health department data shows that correction of violations helps maintain community health standards.
Health department officials will conduct a comprehensive re-inspection to ensure that all violations have been properly addressed. The establishment must demonstrate full compliance before the matter can be considered resolved.
Food service professionals should take note of important insights from these findings, highlighting the importance of ongoing compliance to health code requirements. Public education continues to be an essential element in ensuring public health protection.
📋 Complete Inspection Data
| Census Tract | 008300 |
| Council District | 03 |
| GRADE DATE | 08/13/2025 |
| RECORD DATE | 08/15/2025 |
| BORO | Manhattan |
| BBL | 1007130001 |
| CUISINE DESCRIPTION | Seafood |
| SCORE | 2 |
| ACTION | Violations were cited in the following area(s). |
| VIOLATION DESCRIPTION | Design; construction; materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable; sanitized and maintained. |
| CAMIS | 50142235 |
| NTA | MN13 |
| ZIPCODE | 10011 |
| VIOLATION CODE | 09C |
| CRITICAL FLAG | Not Critical |
| BUILDING | 75 |
| INSPECTION TYPE | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| GRADE | A |
| Longitude | -74.004713006739 |
| Community Board | 104 |
| PHONE | 2122555672 |
| STREET | 9 AVENUE |
| BIN | 1012541 |
| INSPECTION DATE | 08/13/2025 |
| Latitude | 40.741869040229 |
| DBA | LOBSTER PLACE RAW BAR |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was this inspection conducted?
This inspection was conducted on August 13, 2025.
Who conducted this inspection?
Chicago Department of Public Health
What violations were found during this inspection?
The following violations were found: Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained..
Why are these violations concerning?
Health code violations can increase the risk of foodborne illness. Common concerns include improper food temperatures (which can allow bacteria growth), inadequate handwashing facilities (which can spread germs), pest activity (which can contaminate food), and cross-contamination risks. These violations are monitored by health departments to ensure public safety and prevent foodborne illness outbreaks.