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CRAFTY CRAB 1964

1964 TENNESSEE ST STE #5, Tallahassee FL 32304 · 917.892.2535

Last inspected Feb 10, 2026 · 8 visits since December 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats150
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA4703867
Grade history
DEC 23
MAR 24
AUG 24
DEC 25
FEB 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 19 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Badges — 1 earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Inspection history

8 visits, newest first

Feb 10, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 10, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up on top freezer shelf above food.
Basic/14-69-4
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Bowl with no handle and plastic spoon inside sugar bin without handles above food.
Basic/10-01-5
Dec 19, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning/Return visit Dec 9, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Dec 19, 2025 · Time Extended
Dec 9, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning/Return visit Dec 9, 2025 · Time Extended
Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent and/or the sanitizer. Chlorine rinse sanitizer not working, used my test kit and no ppm observed.
Intermediate/16-59-1/Warning/Return visit Dec 9, 2025 · Ware wash machine 0ppm on chlorine test kit. Time Extended
Dec 1, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.

0 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. A handwashing sink not functional in kitchen.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Warning
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent and/or the sanitizer. Chlorine rinse sanitizer not working, used my test kit and no ppm observed.
Intermediate/16-59-1/Warning
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Back door leading to outside propped open no able to close.
Basic/35B-03-4
Single-service articles stored on a soiled surface. Single surface to go bags stored on floor in dry storage in dining room.
Basic/25-17-4
Aug 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Employee used tobacco, ate, or drank then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee eating then then engage in food preparation with no hand wash.
High priority/12A-05-4
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Repeat Violation
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed mold like substance inside ice machine in kitchen.
Basic/22-20-5
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Basic/14-09-4
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee eating in food prep area. Kitchen.
Basic/12B-02-4
Food stored on floor. Observed potatoes and onions on floor in walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed shrimp, and catfish sitting in water during time of inspection.
Basic/06-01-5
Dec 13, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Did observed chemical test strips.
Intermediate/16-37-1
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Dishwasher is not sanitizing properly. Instructed operator how to set up three compartment sink.
Basic/16-55-4
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of onions on floor in walk in cooler, and raw chicken in plastic bin stored on floor in walk in freezer. Operator placed items 6 inches above floor during time of inspection.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash sign at hand wash sink by dish washer.
Basic/31B-04-4

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