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CRAFTY CRAB RESTAURANT

801 NE 8 ST, Homestead FL 33030 · 305-878-8692

Last inspected Aug 7, 2026 · 12 visits since January 2024

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats165
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2337110
Grade history
MAR 25
AUG 25
DEC 25
DEC 25
AUG 26
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Live, small flying insects found Observed 6 live flies flying near the three compartment sink. Observed 6 live flies flying under the dishwasher.
High priority/35A-02-7/Warning
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Inspection history

12 visits, newest first

Aug 7, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findings
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed multiple food employee put on gloves without first washing hands. Coach employees.
High priority/12A-07-5/Return visit Aug 7, 2026 · During callback inspection observed food employees put on gloves without first washing hands. Coach employees.Admin Complaint Admin Complaint
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed some ceiling tiles soiled in the kitchen. Observed some ceiling vents soiled in the kitchen.
Basic/36-34-5/Return visit Aug 7, 2026 · Time Extended
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed ice bin at bar area.
Basic/08B-36-4/Return visit Aug 7, 2026 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with heavy accumulation of grease.
Basic/23-03-4/Return visit Aug 7, 2026 · Time Extended
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Single-service items for customer self-service not properly protected to prevent contamination. Observed straws stored at bar area near fruit container not protected.
Basic/25-09-4/Return visit Aug 7, 2026 · Time Extended
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Aug 6, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 22 violations recorded, 7 high priority.

7 High priority5 Intermediate10 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed multiple food employee put on gloves without first washing hands. Coach employees.
High priority/12A-07-5
Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Observed bottle of sour mix, orange juice, pineapple stored inside of ice bin in the bar in contact with ice to serve to customers.
High priority/08B-56-4
Live, small flying insects found. Observed 6 live flying insects flying and landing on clean containers in the kitchen area. Observed 1 dead fly inside of metal container with liquid margarine at cook line. Observed 1 live fly land on can opener at prep table. Observed 1 live land on prep table at cook line.
High priority/35A-02-8/Admin Complaint
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw chicken, toasted bread stored at reach in freezer.
High priority/14-31-5
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed 3 raw shell eggs stored with cracks at reach in cooler across breading table.
High priority/01B-14-4
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 1 dead fly inside of metal container with liquid margarine at cook line. Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Observed bottle of sour mix, orange juice, pineapple stored inside of ice bin in the bar in contact with ice to serve to customers.
High priority/01B-13-4/Admin Complaint
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw oysters (48F - Cold Holding) at walk in cooler as per operator for less than 3 hours.
High priority/03A-02-5
Establishment charging operational charges without properly disclosing the information on the menu/web/app and the bill/receipt. Observed purpose for automatic gratuity not disclosed in the receipt. Observed on menu for Friday and Saturdays after 10 pm establishment charges 15% gratuity to all checks. Without properly disclosing the information.
Intermediate/55-01-5
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Handwash sink does not have running water or enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Observed no water at handwash sink in the kitchen entrance.
Intermediate/27-19-5
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 showed up in the middle of the inspection.
Intermediate/53A-05-6
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures of cooked time/temperature control for safety food. Observed cooked bot used probe thermometer ensure proper food temperatures of cooked time/temperature control for safety food.
Intermediate/05-13-5
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed some ceiling tiles soiled in the kitchen. Observed some ceiling vents soiled in the kitchen.
Basic/36-34-5
Clams/mussels/oysters removed from original container for long-term storage. Observed raw oysters stored in container at walk in cooler.
Basic/01C-06-5
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor in front of ice machine in the kitchen.
Basic/36-22-4
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed ice bin at bar area.
Basic/08B-36-4
Frozen time/temperature control for safety food being slacked at room temperature is no longer frozen solid. Observed bags of crab legs, lobster tails, whole tilapia, multiple shrimps inside of triple sink slacked at room temperature and is no longer frozen solid.
Basic/06-06-5
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with heavy accumulation of grease.
Basic/23-03-4
Single-service items for customer self-service not properly protected to prevent contamination. Observed straws stored at bar area near fruit container not protected.
Basic/25-09-4
Stored food not covered. Observed cooked corn at walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-12-5
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed bags of crab legs, lobster tails, whole tilapia, multiple shrimps inside of triple sink with no running water.
Basic/06-01-5
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed straws bar area. Also observed at cook line.
Basic/21-12-4
Dec 17, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed near the dishwasher and three compartment sink.
Basic/36-22-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Dec 17, 2025 · During callback inspection observed standing water near the dishwasher and three compartment sink. Time Extended
Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Observed slow draining water at handwash sink at kitchen entrance.
Basic/29-19-4/Warning/Return visit Dec 17, 2025 · Time Extended
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout the kitchen.
Basic/36-02-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Dec 17, 2025 · Time Extended
Dec 15, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed food employees failed to wash hands before putting on gloves engaged in touching and plating cooked potatoes.
High priority/12A-07-5/Warning
Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 5 live flying insects flying and landing on clean containers on top of the three compartment sink.
High priority/35A-02-7/Warning
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/
Intermediate/53A-05-6/Warning
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Basic/35B-01-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed near the dishwasher and three compartment sink.
Basic/36-22-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at white chest reach in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored under soda nozzles. Manager stored ice scoop properly.
Basic/10-12-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed at sauce reach in cooler. Employee fixed utensil properly.
Basic/10-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed In-use utensil stored in standing water at prep table at 75F.
Basic/10-07-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with old food debris near sweet tea machine.
Basic/22-08-4/Warning
Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Observed slow draining water at handwash sink at kitchen entrance.
Basic/29-19-4/Warning
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout the kitchen.
Basic/36-02-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Dec 2, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Basic/35B-01-4/Warning/Return visit Dec 2, 2025 · Time Extended
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed near the dishwasher and three compartment sink.
Basic/36-22-4/Warning/Return visit Dec 2, 2025 · Time Extended
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at reach in freezer near cooked line.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning/Return visit Dec 2, 2025 · Time Extended
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout the kitchen.
Basic/36-02-5/Warning/Return visit Dec 2, 2025 · Time Extended
Dec 1, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 23 recorded, 5 high priority.

5 High priority4 Intermediate14 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed 6 live flies flying near the three compartment sink. Observed 6 live flies flying under the dishwasher.
High priority/35A-02-7/Warning
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw marinated chicken, raw tilapia, raw shrimp stored over cooked white rice at reach in cooler across cook line. Manager stored products properly.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed 1 broken raw shell egg stored at reach in cooler across cook line.
High priority/01B-14-4/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken wings (58F - Cold Holding) at cooked line. As per manager for less than an hour; raw shrimp (47F - Cold Holding) at walking in cooler. As per manager for less than 2 hours; raw chicken (46F - Cold Holding)at walk in cooler. As per manager for less than 2 hours; raw chicken breast (45F - Cold Holding) at walk in cooler. As per manager for less than an hour. Manager placed products in walk in freezer.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200ppm). manager reset Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm).
High priority/41-27-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed chlorine chemical test kit Expired since 09/2025.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at handwash sink near ice machine.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Warning
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. Observed no food employee training for, Nicole Harris, Geovani Manage, Fidelia Petrona. hired for more than 60 days. Manager showed proof of employee training at the end of inspection. Observed food handler training for Nicole Harris 8/12/2025, Geovani Manage 8/12/2025, Fidelia Petrona 8/12/2025.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at handwash sink near the three compartment sink.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Warning
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Warning
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee open water bottle stored at preparation table.
Basic/12B-07-4/Warning
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing ranch dressing with no hair restraint.
Basic/13-03-4/Warning
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Basic/35B-01-4/Warning
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed near the dishwasher and three compartment sink.
Basic/36-22-4/Warning
Food stored on floor. Observed container of butter store on floor at cooked line.
Basic/08B-38-4/Warning
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at reach in freezer near cooked line.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Operated removed tongs.
Basic/10-20-4/Warning
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container.
Basic/10-01-5/Warning
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil in standing at 75F at preparation table.
Basic/10-07-4/Warning
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at handwash sink in bar area.
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning
Stored food not covered. Observed white rice not cover at reach in cooler across cook line. Manager covered white rice.
Basic/08B-12-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout the kitchen.
Basic/36-02-5/Warning
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled throughout the kitchen.
Basic/36-27-5/Warning
Aug 13, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. Observed 1 live flying insect flying by the walk in cooler and mop sink located in the kitchen. 1 live flying insect flying around the garbage can at preparation area.
High priority/35A-02-7/Warning/Return visit Aug 13, 2025 · Observed 3 live flying insects flying inside the walk in cooler and 1 live flying insect flying around the raw rice and salt bin, observed 4 live flying insects resting on wall near the soda machine located at the entrance of the kitchen. Admin Complaint
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. In the walk in freezer observed all the food cases not properly stored food was stored on top of each. Some food was not in the original packaging-raw Oysters. Also observed raw chicken stored over raw shrimp, in the freezer located at preparation area.
High priority/08A-17-6/Warning/Return visit Aug 13, 2025 · Still observed In the walk in freezer all the food cases not properly stored food was stored on top of each. Some food was not in the original packaging-raw Oysters. Also observed raw chicken stored over raw shrimp, in the freezer located at preparation area. Time Extended
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Intermediate/01C-03-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 13, 2025 · Observed oyster tags not marked with last date served. Time Extended
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed approximately above 15+ dead flies on the floor underneath the storage shelves in the walk in cooler. Operator cleaned them up. Observed about 10 dead flies dead on the floor underneath the food storage shelves in the walk in cooler, three were dead on a tray near a bucket with Duck Sauce. Observed 1 dead on the floor in front of the three compartment sink, observed 1 dead on the three compartment sink drain board. Observed 1 dead fly on the edge of the ice machine exterior under the ice scoop.
Basic/35A-06-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 13, 2025 · Observed approximately 10 dead flying insects in bug zapper near iced tea machine. Time Extended
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed a plastic white cutting board longer cleanable.
Basic/14-09-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 13, 2025 · Still observed plastic white cutting board longer cleanable. Time Extended
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in the walk in cooler floor. Observed walk in freezer floor with heavy dirt accumulation.
Basic/36-22-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 13, 2025 · Still observed standing water in the walk in cooler floor. Observed walk in freezer floor with heavy dirt accumulation. Time Extended
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed several broken tiles by the mop sink and walk in cooler area.
Basic/36-17-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Aug 13, 2025 · Still observed several broken tiles by the mop sink and walk in cooler area. Time Extended
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed several holes on the wall by the three compartment sink.
Basic/36-24-5/Warning/Return visit Aug 13, 2025 · Still observed several holes on the wall by the three compartment sink. Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed interior of mop sink with heavy soil accumulation. Observed walk in cooler shelves soiled. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled, cooler located at cook line.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 13, 2025 · Still observed walk in cooler shelves soiled. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled, cooler located at cook line. Time Extended
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 13, 2025 · Time Extended
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed cinnamon, pepper original container not identified by common name.
Basic/02D-01-5/Warning/Return visit Aug 13, 2025 · Observed cinnamon, pepper original container not identified by common name. Time Extended
Aug 12, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 32 recorded, 6 high priority.

6 High priority7 Intermediate19 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed Tylenol stored on top of the reach in cooler located at cook line. Operator removed it.
High priority/41-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Live, small flying insects found. Observed 1 live flying insect flying by the walk in cooler and mop sink located in the kitchen. 1 live flying insect flying around the garbage can at preparation area.
High priority/35A-02-7/Warning
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw chicken stored in direct contact with to go bags.
High priority/14-31-5/Warning
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. In the walk in freezer observed all the food cases not properly stored food was stored on top of each. Some food was not in the original packaging-raw Oysters. Also observed raw chicken stored over raw shrimp, in the freezer located at preparation area.
High priority/08A-17-6/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in a rice cooker at cook line cooked rice (109F - Hot Holding), as per operator cooked at 2 pm. Instructed operator to reheat rice. Observed at cook line cooked corn on the cob (100F - Hot Holding); boiled potatoes (99F - Hot Holding), as per operator for less than 2 hours outside. Instructed operator to reheat food.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed fly bait spray, degreaser spray stored under a storage table next to and by soda syrup cases. Operator removed it.
High priority/41-10-4/Warning
Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Manager unable to answer the thermometer calibration. Coached manager how to calibrate probe thermometer.
Intermediate/53A-10-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Intermediate/01C-03-4/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance. Observed mold like substance in the soda dispenser gun at bar area.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand sink located next to the three compartment sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Warning
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on can opener blade.
Intermediate/22-31-4/Warning
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed an employee certificate missing the issued date and expiration date, as per employee she took the training on 02/01/2025. Employee completed the document on site.
Intermediate/53B-10-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee training for a Elian Sanchez, Pedro Hernandez, Geovanis Manage expired on 01/05/2025.
Intermediate/53B-14-5/Warning
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed approximately above 15+ dead flies on the floor underneath the storage shelves in the walk in cooler. Operator cleaned them up. Observed about 10 dead flies dead on the floor underneath the food storage shelves in the walk in cooler, three were dead on a tray near a bucket with Duck Sauce. Observed 1 dead on the floor in front of the three compartment sink, observed 1 dead on the three compartment sink drain board. Observed 1 dead fly on the edge of the ice machine exterior under the ice scoop.
Basic/35A-06-4/Warning
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed a plastic white cutting board longer cleanable.
Basic/14-09-4/Warning
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employees Electrolyte, Protein shake stored on the preparation table at preparation area.
Basic/12B-07-4/Warning
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee drinking Coca-Cola in the kitchen by the preparation table.
Basic/12B-02-4/Warning
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees engaging in food preparation with no hair restraint.
Basic/13-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in the walk in cooler floor. Observed walk in freezer floor with heavy dirt accumulation.
Basic/36-22-4/Warning
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed several broken tiles by the mop sink and walk in cooler area.
Basic/36-17-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Observed under the preparation table at preparation area surface still covered with the original shrink wrap.
Basic/14-13-4/Warning
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed several holes on the wall by the three compartment sink.
Basic/36-24-5/Warning
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at bar area.
Basic/10-08-5/Warning
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in raw rice container, scoop handle touching the rice, salt, msg, sugar.
Basic/10-01-5/Warning
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in the reach in cooler at cook line.
Basic/05-09-4/Warning
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees, hand wash sink located in the cook line. Observed also at the hand wash sink located at kitchen entrance.
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed interior of mop sink with heavy soil accumulation. Observed walk in cooler shelves soiled. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled, cooler located at cook line.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Basic/16-46-4/Warning
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Warning
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed by the three compartment sink.
Basic/36-27-5/Warning
Wet wiping cloth used to wipe tableware or carry-out containers. Observed on the preparation table.
Basic/21-02-4/Warning
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed cinnamon, pepper original container not identified by common name.
Basic/02D-01-5/Warning
Mar 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled. Employee discarded it.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand wash sink by the 3 compartment sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Repeat Violation
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand wash sink by the 3 compartment sink.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Repeat Violation
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at the front line.
Basic/36-34-5
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed an opened beverage stored in preparation table. Employee removed it.
Basic/12B-12-5/Corrected On-Site
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Basic/13-03-4/Repeat Violation
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Basic/35B-01-4/Repeat Violation
Floor tiles in disrepair in the kitchen area.
Basic/36-17-5
Stored food not covered. Observed several foods inside reach in cooler not covered.
Basic/08B-12-5/Repeat Violation
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed in preparation table.
Basic/21-12-4/Repeat Violation
Jan 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority5 Intermediate7 Basic
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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 raw chicken stored above shrimp in the reach in freezer.
High priority/08A-17-6
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Intermediate/01C-05-4
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator provided test strips.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Corrected On-Site
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand wash sink next to 3 compartment sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Repeat Violation
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand wash sink by ice machine.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed 2 plastic containers used as scoop inside the shrimps and chicken. Employee removed. Them.
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Basic/35B-01-4/Repeat Violation
Food stored on floor. Observed oil container stored on the floor. Employee removed it.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood soiled.
Basic/23-03-4
Stored food not covered. Observed several foods inside reach in cooler not covered.
Basic/08B-12-5/Repeat Violation
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed shrimp, mussels and crawfish in standing water in the 3 compartment sink. Employee was coached how to thaw food properly.
Basic/06-01-5
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed in preparation table.
Basic/21-12-4/Repeat Violation
Apr 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 19 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority2 Intermediate14 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 chicken stored above cooked shrimp.employee removed the shrimp.
High priority/08A-02-6/Repeat Violation
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed sausage (49 F - Cold Holding) inside the reach in cooler. As per employee food was placed at 10:00 am this morning.stop sale was issued.
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sausage (49 F - Cold Holding) inside the reach in cooler. As per employee food was placed at 10:00 am this morning.stop sale was issued. Also observed oyster (47 F - Cold Holding) inside the walk in cooler.As per operator less than 2 hours ago. Employee placed ice on top.
High priority/03A-02-5/Repeat Violation
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed a both hand wash sink located at the kitchen.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Repeat Violation
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pasta and chicken wings inside the reach in cooler not date marked.Employee date marked the food.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic container used as scoop inside the calamari. Employee discarded it.
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed 1 opened drink above preparation table.
Basic/12B-02-4
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed an employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation..
Basic/13-03-4/Repeat Violation
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed door is in disrepair.
Basic/35B-01-4/Repeat Violation
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.observed floor tiles missing and in disrepair at front line.
Basic/36-17-5/Repeat Violation
Floors not maintained smooth and durable.observed deep grout throughout the kitchen.
Basic/36-11-4/Repeat Violation
Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Observed 2 of them. Employee removed them.
Basic/10-14-5/Corrected On-Site
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed stored on top of the ice machine. Employee placed a tray.
Basic/10-12-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed 2 pairs of tongs stored on the valve of the steamer. Employee removed them.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Basic/14-73-4/Repeat Violation
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed 2 Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee removed them.
Basic/12B-13-4
Stored food not covered. Observed several foods inside reach in cooler not covered.
Basic/08B-12-5
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed 3wet wiping cloth stored in preparation table. Operator removed them.
Basic/21-12-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
Basic/21-38-4/Repeat Violation
Jan 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 25 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

4 High priority4 Intermediate17 Basic
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Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee placed a hair restraint and then engaged in food preparation.Employee was coached to wash her hands.
High priority/12A-10-4
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish stored above French fries and pre cook calamari. Employee placed ready to eat food at the top of the reach in cooler.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed crab legs stored next to the grill at 54° F. As per employee less than 45 minutes. Employee placed food inside reach in cooler.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
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 and the time removed from temperature control can be determined. Observed cooked potatoes at 111° F and corn @ 109° F next to the grill. As per operator for less than 30 minutes. Operator placed food inside reach in cooler. PTime was estimated and operator time marked foods.
High priority/03F-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled. Employee washed it.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand wash sink in front of the dishwasher machine. Operator provided paper towel.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand wash sink at the kitchen area. Employee provided soap.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic container used as scoop inside the cooked rice. Operator removed it.
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an opened water bottle stored above the preparation table next to clean To go containers. Employee removed it.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed a cell phone stored on the preparation table. Employee removed it.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Operator provided hair restraint.
Basic/13-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Basic/35B-01-4
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in disrepair by the steamer.
Basic/36-17-5
Floors not maintained smooth and durable.observed deep grout throughout the kitchen area.
Basic/36-11-4
Food stored on floor. Observed a plastic container with soy sauce stored on the floor. Employee removed it.
Basic/08B-38-4
Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Observed ice bucket stored on the floor.
Basic/10-14-5
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop on top of the ice machine.
Basic/10-12-5
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on the pipe of the grill. Operator removed it.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Basic/14-73-4/Repeat Violation
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the hand wash sink next to the dishwasher machine.
Basic/31B-04-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Basic/23-03-4
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers.observed an opened drink inside the reach in cooler. Employee removed it.
Basic/12B-13-4/Corrective Action Taken
Stored food not covered. Observed foods not covered inside the reach in freezer.
Basic/08B-12-5
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at the preparation tables.
Basic/21-12-4

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