CJ S CRAB SHACK
600 OCEAN DR, Miami Beach FL 33139 · 305 606 6294
Last inspected May 8, 2026 · 7 visits since January 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pasta (46F - Cold Holding) inside drawers at cook line, as per chef for approximately 1 hour prior.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2017036407 | Jul 26, 2017 | Aug 17, 2017 | $400 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
May 8, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
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In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed between reach in coolers.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled.
Stored food not covered. Observed crab meat inside RIF not covered.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at bar area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Oct 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over black beans inside RIC by dishwasher, chef rearranged products.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pasta (46F - Cold Holding) inside drawers at cook line, as per chef for approximately 1 hour prior.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food residue inside HWS at kitchen.
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/
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service trays box stored on floor by kitchen entrance.
Stored food not covered. Observed crab meat inside RIF not covered.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed at bar area.
May 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at cook line.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at reach in cooler by entrance of the kitchen.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Mar 4, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled by dishwasher machine.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at cook line.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed buildup ice at reach in freezer near dishwasher.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filter at cook line soiled.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed at preparation area.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout the kitchen.
Sep 18, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 23 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate17 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee prepare crab cake with without washing hands.
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee placed new gloves without washing hands. Instructed employee on proper procedure.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled located near the reach in freezer.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. At the time of the inspection manager on duty cannot provide food manager certificate.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled by dishwasher machine.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at cook line.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout the kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed buildup ice at reach in freezer near dishwasher.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at ice machine located at entrance of kitchen.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives stored in cracks between 3 compartment sink and wall.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at cook line.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign. Provided via email.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filter at cook line soiled.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed at preparation area.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed Shrimp thawing with no running water at 3 compartment sink. Instructed employee on proper procedure.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout the kitchen.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled behind dishwasher area and at dry storage area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping clothes not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
May 6, 2024Inspection 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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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cut lettuce (82F - Cold Holding); Butter (60F - Cold Holding). As per chef, two hours. Chef submerged products in ice for rapid cooling.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled. Chef had can opener washed..
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at bar area. Soap was provided.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic containers of pickles stored on walk-in cooler floor. Chef removed plastic containers off floor.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen shrimp thawing inside three compartment sink. Chef placed product under running water.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
Jan 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at stove near warewashing area. The chef removed it.
Observed cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at cook line.
Observed unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage and warewashing area.
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.