Red Lobster #0174

440 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30909
Seafood
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Feb 3, 2026
70
Score
Medium Risk

Public records show four inspections at Red Lobster #0174 stretching back to 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 3, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around six violations per visit versus roughly two violations earlier in the record.

Looking across the full record, “in-use utensils” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

The city-wide average sits at 90, which Red Lobster #0174's 70 doesn't quite reach. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 3, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed dishes stored clean with food debris inside. Observed green and black buildup on door of bulk ice machine. C/A: Clean. Increase cleaning frequency. Monitor dishes to ensure they are clean.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Observed scoops stored with the handle touching the cheese in cooler. C/A: Store scoops with the handle outside of the food product itself by placing scoop in container of water.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
Inspector notes: Observed forks stored with the food contact surface exposed. C/A: Store utensils with food/lip contact surfaces facing down.
511-6-1.05(10)(g)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
Inspector notes: Observed wet nesting of clean, stacked dishes. C/A: Allow dishes to properly air dry prior to stacking.
511-6-1.05(10)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed hole and heavy black buildup on floor in bar area. Observed broken floor tiles in dishwashing area. C/A: Clean and repair.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Inspector notes: Observed employee's phone charging on top of table in kitchen. Observed employee's drink stored in reach-in-cooler. C/A: Store employees' items in a designated area away from food and food prep areas.
511-6-1.04(4)(z)
70
Sep 23, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed TCS foods (shrimp and lobster) cold holding above 41 degrees Fahrenheit in reach-in-cooler. C/A: Maintain temperature controlled for safety foods at 41 degrees Fahrenheit and below in coolers.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed scoops stored with the handle touching the tomatoes and flour. COS- scoops were moved C/A: Store scoops with the handle outside of the food product itself.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed forks stored with the food contact surface exposed. COS- forks were put correctly in container C/A: Store utensils with food/lip contact surfaces facing down.
511-6-1.05(10)(g)
78
Jun 12, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Apr 11, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Red Lobster #0174 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Red Lobster #0174 on file is from Feb 3, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Red Lobster #0174?

Across the inspection record, “in-use utensils” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Red Lobster #0174.

How does Red Lobster #0174 compare to other restaurants in Augusta?

Red Lobster #0174 most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Augusta average of 90.

Has Red Lobster #0174's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Red Lobster #0174 have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Red Lobster #0174 means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Red Lobster #0174 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Red Lobster #0174 is inspected around two times per year on average.