LEE & RICKS OYSTER BAR INC

Does LEE & RICKS OYSTER BAR INC keep a clean kitchen? Mostly — a B (82/100) at its latest inspection, June 1, 2026. That visit logged 3 basic violations.

Its most recent inspection on June 1, 2026 cited 3 basic violations. It currently ranks safer than 23% of Orange County restaurants we grade. Diner rating: 4.6 from 2,949 reviews.

Trend: declining · B (82/100)

Get directions Call (407) 293-3587

Restaurant details

Health grade
B (82/100)
Violations
3 total — 3 basic
Address
5621 OLD WINTER GDN RD, Orlando, FL
Cuisine
Seafood
Categories
Seafood restaurant
Price
$20–30
Rating
4.6 stars (2949 reviews)
Seats
100
Phone
(407) 293-3587
Website
Official website
Photo of LEE & RICKS OYSTER BAR INC
Photo: Jilene Kortenhorn

Community Rating

Reviews via Google
4.6 Community-sourced rating 2,949 reviews
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What diners say — our read

How guests are treated dominates the conversation here — it comes up in 56% of the 16 reviews. How guests are treated tends to be raised approvingly here, averaging 5.0 stars. After that, how food arrives appears most often — 38% of the corpus, averaging 5.0.

16 of 16 rated reviews are four stars or higher; 0 are two or lower. Price shows up in 25% of reviews as well, averaging 5.0.

The inspection lands in between as well: DBPR graded this kitchen a B (82/100), citing 3 basic violations. That inspection was on June 1, 2026. The trend across inspections is decline. That puts it ahead of 23% of graded kitchens in Orange County. Among the items recorded were floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained.

Both measures agree, which is the least complicated version of this page. Read the originals below and judge the pattern yourself.

Our own analysis of 16 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →

  • June 30, 2026

    We will be back!

  • June 28, 2026

    Amazing place with great people!

  • June 24, 2026

    Lee and Rick's delivered again. On Father's Day we went to eat. The oysters we fat and so tasty and fresh!!! Our server had a great personality and opened all the buckets with speed and ease. Highly recommend this wonderful place for the best oysters around!

  • June 14, 2026

    Go for the oysters. If you read the reviews here, note that everyone there for the oysters loved them. The rest of the food is secondary. The atmosphere will turn off some, but me and my friends love the old Florida vibe. My only disappointment is finding out they landfill the shells. There are several local organizations that can use those shells to help restore coastal habitat here in FL.

  • June 8, 2026

    Great good, great service. Authentic experience

  • June 8, 2026

    Incredible! 10/10. Can’t wait to make this part of our yearly vacations tradition. The oysters were huge, and plentiful.

  • June 3, 2026

    Has great oysters and clam chowder! Worth the price!

  • May 23, 2026

    Fresh Fresh oysters are shucked right in front of you . Jen was our do it all server. Didn't try the other choices on the menu . Beers are very reasonably priced. Appetizers were also worth looking at. Was happily full after a dozen raw oysters 😋 and 🍻🍺. If you must have lime 🍋‍🟩 for your beers, you are welcomed to bring your own. Not served here! First time here! Will definitely be back. Not a sports bar but an oyster raw bar with beer and some wine and non-alcoholic beverages. No hard liquor here!

  • May 22, 2026

    My family and I have been LONG time regulars since 1985, this is the perfect place to come and have a good meal of oysters, shrimp, clams, and crab cakes especially after a long day of work. The service is great and has been consistent for decades. The food is reasonably priced and fresh! The best time to visit would be oyster season but regardless the food is great YEARLONG!

  • May 21, 2026

    Visited Lee & Rick’s Oyster Bar and honestly the food was delicious. Our favorites were definitely the oysters, the catfish, and the crab legs. Everything tasted fresh and well prepared. At first, the atmosphere felt a little unusual because the restaurant was very quiet and enclosed when we arrived. But once you start eating, you understand the vibe. It’s a calm, local traditional spot with plenty of space and an authentic old-school Florida seafood aesthetic. We ended up loving it.

  • May 17, 2026

    We have been to Lee & Rick’s Oyster Bar about 4 to 5 times. Each time the common denominators are: the best oysters we have EVER had (we have been to Michelin Star restaurants and they have nothing on them) and the best alligator bites! Each server is very real and they all have their own personalities, no one has ever been rude to us, they just treat everyone in their own way, but very respectfully! The price point is AMAZING: like I said, we only order the bucket of oysters and the alligator bites with the one 1L of beer, and always leave satisfied and leaving as much tip as we can.

  • May 15, 2026

    Best fresh oysters in town with fast and friendly service. The place is old. Probably oldest in the city and that gives it character. Great place to drink beer in a low budget. Very old school oyster bar where they shuck them in front of you and you throw the empty shells on the in front of the bar.

  • May 8, 2026

    A perfect little dive oyster bar. Great service and food.

  • May 7, 2026

    Bucket of oysters, cold beer, great price, great experience! Perfect! Be ready for good people and a good time. And thanks to Dena our shucker! Visiting from out of state, but definitely coming back next go round!

  • April 29, 2026

    When you’re tired and stressed just think of oysters that why I always came here.love it.good service.

  • April 29, 2026

    Service was awesome! I really love the oyster here. Highly recommended. Thank you.

Overall Score

70 / 100

  • Health inspection grade 30/40
    Grade B
  • Dietary transparency 20/20
    6 options listed
  • Community rating 18/20
    4.6★ average
  • Hidden-gem status 0/10
    Not flagged
  • Track record 2/10
    Declining, 0% clean

Composite score from health grade, dietary options, ratings, and inspection record — distinct from the state-derived health grade.

Opening hours

Monday
11 AM to 9 PM
Tuesday
11 AM to 9 PM
Wednesday
11 AM to 9 PM
Thursday
11 AM to 9 PM
Friday
11 AM to 10 PM
Saturday
11 AM to 10 PM
Sunday
3 to 9 PM

Inspection history

The following records are from Florida DBPR public inspection records, most recent first.

  1. June 1, 2026 · Complaint Full

    Call Back - Complied

    0 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 3 basic

    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained (×2)
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation
  2. April 28, 2026 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    2 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 7 basic

    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
    • 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
    • 29 — Plumbing installed & maintained; mop sink; backflow prevention
    • 35 — Insects/rodents/pests; outer openings protected against pests
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation (×4)
    • 50 — Current license, properly displayed
  3. March 31, 2026 · Complaint Full

    Warning Issued

    0 high-priority · 2 intermediate · 4 basic

    • 11 — Employee health knowledge; no ill/symptomatic employee present
    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained (×2)
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation (×2)
    • 53 — Food manager certification; employee food-safety training
  4. February 25, 2026 · Routine - Food

    Emergency Order Callback Complied

    0 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 3 basic

    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation (×2)
  5. February 24, 2026 · Routine - Food

    Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

    1 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 4 basic

    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
    • 35 — Insects/rodents/pests; outer openings protected against pests
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation (×3)
  6. February 23, 2026 · Routine - Food

    Emergency order recommended

    1 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 4 basic

    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
    • 35 — Insects/rodents/pests; outer openings protected against pests
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation (×3)
  7. December 22, 2025 · Routine - Food

    Emergency order recommended

    1 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 6 basic

    • 12 — Handwashing; employee eating/drinking/smoking practices
    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
    • 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided
    • 35 — Insects/rodents/pests; outer openings protected against pests
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation (×2)
    • 40 — Employee personal belongings
  8. December 22, 2025 · Routine - Food

    Emergency Order Callback Complied

    0 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 4 basic

    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
    • 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation (×2)
  9. August 14, 2025 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    0 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 7 basic

    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
    • 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
    • 24 — Storage & handling of clean equipment and utensils; air drying
    • 29 — Plumbing installed & maintained; mop sink; backflow prevention (×2)
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation (×2)

Safer options nearby

Higher-graded restaurants close to LEE & RICKS OYSTER BAR INC, by Florida DBPR grade:

  • KIM'S WINGS & MORE

    4.8★ 0.9 mi away

  • FLYERS WINGS & GRILL

    4.3★ 1.0 mi away

  • SUBWAY

    4★ 1.0 mi away

This grade is calculated by us from Florida DBPR public inspection records — Florida does not issue official grades. How we calculate it →

Data last updated: June 1, 2026