CAPTAIN CRAB SEAFOOD AND SUSHI
2746 TAMIAMI TRL, Port Charlotte FL 33952 · 941-625-6888
Last inspected Nov 24, 2025 · 7 visits since August 2023
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Nov 24, 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
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. Observed raw shrimp over sauce at Make Table. Operator removed the sauce from underneath the raw shrimp to a different location.
Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Observed low pressure for hot side of handwash sink at ware washing area.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed stainless steel scratch pad at wait station handwash sink. Operator removed the scratch pad.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Manager: Wina Hutagalung. Observed no food manager certified with 4 or more employees present at establishment. Operator showed up at the end of inspection.
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Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple cups stacked at wait station next to soda fountain machine. Operator removed wet cups from being stacked to allow airflow.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed multiple trays soiled used for wash, rinse and sanitize at dish machine.
Aug 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed multiple utensils in container at wait station handwash sink. Operator removed the container.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed multiple lemon seeds at wait station handwash sink. Educated the operator.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at prep area handwash sink. Operator placed a new roll of paper towels at handwash sink.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at cookline handwash sink. Operator placed soap at handwash sink.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple wet cups stacked next to soda fountain machine. Educated the operator to allow to air dry before stacking the cups.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed no label on flour container at front cookline next Flat Grill and Deep Fryers. Operator labeled the food item.
Feb 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef at Make Table. Operator switched the food items.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge failed to notify the division of employee diagnosed with Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Shigella spp., Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli, Typhoid fever (caused by Salmonella Typhi) or Salmonella (nontyphoidal).
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening.
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 food employee reporting agreement documents not completed. Operator completed the documents.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed multiple cut draw wall at ceiling above 3 compartment sink.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee's open beverage at sushi station. Operator removed the beverage.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone at sushi station cutting board. Operator removed the phone.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple cups wet nesting at soda fountain machine. Educated the operator.
Oct 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw fish over unwashed avocado at sushi station Reach in Cooler. Operator placed raw fish on bottom of the Reach in Cooler.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp over sauce at Make Table. Operator removed the sauce to a different cold holding unit in the proper and safe location.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Observed sushi rice not time marked at sushi station. Operator time marked the food item.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed coleslaw not date marked at Display Cooler Unit. Operator date marked the food item.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed multiple cold holding units handles soiled at kitchen. Operator cleaned the handles.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour container not labeled next to Flat Grill. Operator labeled the food item.
Feb 9, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Observed sushi rice at sushi station. Operator time marked the food item.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed white rice 98F at Warmer Holding Unit. Operator switched to time marking as the establishment has a Time as a Public Health Control written procedure.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed missing on hot side. Operator placed vacuum breaker at mop sink.
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. Observed no waste receptacle at handwash sink next to ice machine. Educated the operator.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw frozen chicken thawing in standing water at 3 compartment sink. The operator turned on cold running water and allowed the sink to be drained of standing water.
Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Observed at entrance to bar.
Oct 23, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 21, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. Observed raw shrimp over sauce at Make Table. Operator removed the sauce from underneath the raw food item.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp over milk at Make Table. Operator removed the milk from underneath the raw shrimp.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed milk and raw salmon not date marked at Make Table and Sushi Station. Operator date marked the food items.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the 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.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
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.