BARONS CRAB STOP
1069 GOLFAIR BLVD, Jacksonville FL 32209 · 904.619-1552
Last inspected Mar 11, 2026 · 6 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed approximately 20 dead flying insects in flying insect trap on wall next to standing reach in cooler.
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Mar 11, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed opened bag of raw shrimp stored over ready to eat fries in chest freezer on cook line. Person in charge rearranged food items to proper storage levels.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw oysters in standing reach in cooler by hand wash sink. Person in charge rearranged food items to proper storage levels.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Observed oyster tags not kept in chronological order in oyster tag box on wire rack near walk-in cooler.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed multiple oyster tags with no date marking when last oyster was sold in oyster container on wire rack near walk-in cooler.
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed 2 green sponges stored in hand wash sink closest to office.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard lining shelf under flour on cook line.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling not smooth and easily cleanable throughout kitchen area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap in bottom left of rear exit door with visible light swing through.
Sep 16, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed 1 live flying insect in walk-in cooler on light shield.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw oysters in standing reach in cooler on cook line. Person in charge rearranged food items to proper storage levels.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed opened package of raw chicken gizzards stored over raw fish items in chest freezer on cook line. Person in charge rearranged food items to proper storage levels.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed can of chemical lubricant stored on wire rack next to food items in back dry storage area near office. Person in charge removed can.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Observed oyster tags not stored in chronological order in oyster box on wire rack at far corner of establishment.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed multiple oyster tags with no date marking day last oyster was sold stored in oyster tags box on wire rack at far corner of establishment.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Observed 1 employee on cook line hired 2 weeks prior with no employee reporting agreement signed. Person in charge had employee sign agreement.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink in customer restroom near drink coolers.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed approximately 20 dead flying insects in flying insect trap on wall next to standing reach in cooler.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles not smooth and easily cleanable throughout kitchen area.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed multiple missing ceiling tiles above reach in cooler on cook line. Person in charge stated there seemed to be a leak and removed them so they wouldn't be damaged.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed small gap at bottom left corner of side exit leading towards dumpster area. Gap has visible light shining through.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed watermelon cut on site and wrapped for customer self-service with no labeling stored in reach in cooler marked Fresh Food. Person in charge removed watermelon from self-service reach in cooler.
Apr 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Container of raw chicken over oysters, manager moved
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Some not marked oyster tags
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink blocked with foil pans, moved
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used to dump milk in handsink
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. In large ice machine handle in ice moved
Nov 18, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw scallops removed from commercial packaging stored over ready to eat baklava boxes in walk in-freezer. Person in charge moved baklava boxes to proper storage levels.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed multiple oyster tags with no marking of day final oyster was served.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed two to go boxes and a wiping cloth stored in hand wash sink by three compartment sink. Employee removed all items from hand wash sink.
Food stored on floor. Observed two boxes of frozen food items stored on floor in walk in-freezer. Person in charge moved food items to proper storage levels.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee beverage in reach in cooler across from fryer station. Person in charge removed employee beverage.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed boxes of single service items stored on floor in managers office next to rear exit of establishment,
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed faucet at hand wash sink in dry storage area near office that sprays water out of hinges when turned on.
May 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw lobster in reach in freezer of customer lobby stored over ready to eat hush puppies. Operator moved lobster below hush puppies.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Container of windex stored on same shelf next to spices behind counter. Operator removed windex from area.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Container of milk in reach in cooler of kitchen was not date marked. Per operator, milk was opened two days prior. Operator added date marking.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand wash station by manager office, no paper towels. Operator supplied paper towels.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. One employee, hired less than 60 days, did not have employee responsibility signed. Operator had employee sign and date with inspector present.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee eating from pan on clean prep table in kitchen.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee open water bottle in cooler where customer food is stored in kitchen. Operator removed water bottle.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Sanitizer bucket stored on ground below triple sink. Operator removed bucket from ground.
Single-service articles improperly stored. In manager office, to go containers on ground. Operator removed from ground.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Standing reach in cooler in kitchen shelves are rusted with paint chipping off.
Sep 13, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 1 flying insect at prep table area.
Evidence of feeding stray/wild animals - food/water bowls provided outside. Bag of cat food in office area.
Food stored on floor. By prep table in kitchen, case of ketchup packets on floor. Operator moved to shelf.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. In ice machine in kitchen, scoop handle touching ice. Operator removed scoop.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Front restroom missing handwash sign. Provided operator with sign, he posted in restroom.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters over fryers have grease and dust.
Single-service articles improperly stored. In dry storage at office area, cases of styrofoam boxes and plastic cups stored on floor. Operator moved to shelves.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.