CRAB KNIGHT
2563 N ATLANTIC AVE, Daytona Beach FL 32118 · 386 238 9862
Last inspected Aug 13, 2026 · 12 visits since September 2023
JAN 25
SEP 25
DEC 25
MAR 26
AUG 26
≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -1 live roach inside back end of kitchen on side of walk in cooler. Manager eliminated during inspection
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025070058 | Sep 18, 2025 | Nov 24, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Aug 13, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Plumbing system in disrepair. -loose faucet at mens restroom handsink
Aug 12, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority6 Intermediate4 Basic
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Presence of insects inside the establishment. -7 small ants near soap dispenser by hand sink at cookline
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw shell eggs stored above various ready to eat/produce/sauces inside walk in cooler
Establishment advertised a specific fish on the menu/menu board but served another type of fish. -establishment menu states "catfish", provided invoice for solefish and box for swai.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -mens bathroom stall hand sink
No soap provided at handwash sink. -mens bathroom stall hand sink
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -unlabeled spray bottle of bleach on the top shelf in the storage room near the restrooms
oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -crates of corn, bag of flour, containers of sauce on floor
Food-contact surface of silverware provided for customers at check out counter not properly protected. -box of unwrapped utensils placed out for customers without handles being presented first
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. -spoon handle resting inside seasoning container
Plumbing system in disrepair. -loose faucet at mens restroom handsink
Mar 18, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw chicken stored above raw oysters inside walk in cooler. Advised manager that raw oysters offered raw/undercooked are deemed ready to eat, advised extra precautions for storage of raw oysters
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -debris stuck to can opener blade, manager removed
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. -hand sink outside of kitchen
Some oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Designated employee eating/drinking/smoking area located in a food preparation or other restricted area causing possible cross contamination. -employees use multi use prep table for eating during breaks(containing food service wrap/food stored on bottom shelf/commercial can opener attached to table)
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Inside the wall in freezer
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -slow leak at 2 compartment sink
Dec 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. -cooked potatoes/corn from previous night 47-53F. See stop sale.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -beverage/server station outside of kitchen
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. -across from dish machine
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -75F after running for a period of time, located outside of kitchen at beverage/server station.
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance.
Employee beverage container on a shelf next to clean equipment/utensils.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Oct 1, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. -damage white wire racks inside cooler on cookline with uncovered food stored inside -metal racks inside walk in cooler
Sep 19, 2025Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0ppm-10ppm chlorine, manager tested multiple times
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -manager blocked hand sink in wait station, stated no longer using area.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. -tiffany
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit shut off at employee handwash sink. -wait station in back
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. -back end of restaurant near back door
Equipment in poor repair. -damage white wire racks inside cooler on cookline with uncovered food stored inside -metal racks inside walk in cooler
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -under storage racks inside back of kitchen near soda bibs -dining room area in back near back door
Hole in or other damage to wall. -gaps in wall panels near soda bib rack inside back end of kitchen -hole in wall near soda bib rack
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -beer lines inside walk in cooler
Sep 18, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 21 violations recorded, 5 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
5 High priority5 Intermediate11 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0ppm-10ppm chlorine, manager tested multiple times
Live, small flying insects found -2 flies near floor drain in back end of prep area near beer cooler
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw chicken stored above cups of dressing on cook line lowboy Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. -raw shell eggs above whole green onion
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -1 live roach inside back end of kitchen on side of walk in cooler. Manager eliminated during inspection
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. -2 rodent droppings in back corner of kitchen underneath hole in wall, next to soda bib rack, 1 dropping on opposite side of wall under soda bib rack. - -8 rodent droppings on floor under cookline inside kitchen -manager had employees move equipment in way, began cleaning up from affected areas
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. -sausage
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -soiled can opener blade
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -manager blocked hand sink in wait station, stated no longer using area.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. -tiffany
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit shut off at employee handwash sink. -wait station in back
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -corner areas of plastic splash guard inside ice machine
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. -near edges of doors
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. -back end of restaurant near back door
Dead roaches on premises. -2 dead roaches on floor near door to walk in freezer -1 dead roach on floor in dining room in back end near wait station. Manager cleaned up
Equipment in poor repair. -damage white wire racks inside cooler on cookline with uncovered food stored inside -metal racks inside walk in cooler
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -under storage racks inside back of kitchen near soda bibs -dining room area in back near back door
Hole in or other damage to wall. -gaps in wall panels near soda bib rack inside back end of kitchen -hole in wall near soda bib rack
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -beer lines inside walk in cooler
Stored food not covered. -some food inside double door cooler on cookline
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -behind dish machine
Jan 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -debris stuck to can opener blade
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -cell phone in shelf next to food supplies
Equipment in poor repair. -rusted, breaking racks inside stand up refrigerator on cook lime across from stove
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor inside the freezer
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. -flour
Jul 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -cooked eggs out of shell 118-125F inside cooker on prep table. Manager stated placing on 4 hour time as public health control due to reheating affecting quality of egg.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -minor black substance inside crevices of splash guard inside ice machine
Bathroom facility in disrepair. -broken mirror in women's restroom
Frozen time/temperature control for safety food being slacked at room temperature is no longer frozen solid.
Feb 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Cook touched hair/head and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, without washing hands.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. -multiple employees washed hands in 3 compartment sink
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -slight debris/encrusted material/substance on can opener blade in back prep area
Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands.
No soap provided at handwash sink. -sink next to ice machine
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves inside walk in cooler. Advised ti line shelving with material that than be cleaned and sanitized.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -soiled ceiling vent above dish machine
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. -open employee drink in cup on prep table next to can opener, rice warmer
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. -inside bar
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. -spoon handle resting inside bulk black pepper
Slight Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Oct 10, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 20, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Air gap between water supply inlet and flood rim of equipment/sink is less than one inch. -dish machine
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -boiled eggs, 114F inside rice cooker across from grill, manager stated cooked less than 1 hour ago, manager reheated to 167F
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. -inside bar
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. -employee prepping shrimp wearing chain bracelet
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -door in back, near soda bib racks
Food stored on floor. -bags of corn inside walk in freezer
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. -server station outside of kitchen
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood filters on right side of line
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.