CRANE'S ROOST
1850 CRANE LAKES BLVD, Port Orange FL 32128 · 386-304-2894
Last inspected Jan 22, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 16 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects found -1 live, small flying insects over white chest freezer, operator killed and discarded
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2023071739 | Oct 5, 2023 | Jan 25, 2024 | $200 |
| 4--2020054684 | Dec 1, 2020 | Apr 5, 2021 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jan 22, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 18 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate15 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 18 findingsThe state's own report →
Live, small flying insects found -1 live, small flying insects over white chest freezer, operator killed and discarded
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -diced tomatoes 44-46F, per operator less than 4 hours stored double panned in top of salad reach-in cooler, operator relocated to stand-up reach-in cooler to rapidly cool
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. -multiple cutting boards stained on tops of reach-in cooler
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -plastic soufflé cup stored in pizza sauce, operator removed
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Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. -multiple employee drinks on top of salad reach-in cooler, operator removed
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -operator states he has ordered a door sweep
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floor underneath fryers has an accumulation of grease and food debris
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -broken floor tiles in front of fryer
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. -multiple containers cracked or broken inside reach-in coolers
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -sides of cooking equipment have an accumulation of grease and food debris -hood filters over cooking equipment have an accumulation of grease and food debris
Open dumpster lid.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. -rear kitchen door, operator states a door closer has been ordered
Plumbing system in disrepair. -mop sink faucet missing
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. -paper trays and small styrofoam to-go boxes stored on top of hot-holding table, operator inverted
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -walls in dishwashing area
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -triple sink sprayer
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -flour container lacking label, operator labeled
Aug 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate15 Basic
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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. -provided Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events handout
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. -multiple cutting boards stained on tops of reach-in coolers, operator states new cutting boards have been ordered
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. -stainless steel pots on shelf above triple sink
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. -4 filets of salmon
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -rear kitchen door
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floor underneath dry storage racks -floor underneath handwash sink on cookline -floor underneath cooking equipment
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -in front of fryers
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -sugar and rice container
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. -flour container lid cracked
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. -provided Choking First Aid Procedures poster
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -exterior of dry goods containers -employee fan cover has an accumulation of dust/debris -sides of cooking equipment have an accumulation of grease and food debris -dish racks soiled
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. -rear kitchen door
Plumbing system in disrepair. -mop sink faucet broken
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -triple sink sprayer hose
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. -operator discarded solution and refilled, retested 200ppm
Apr 4, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -inside of microwave on cookline -white cutting boards on top of reach-in coolers are stained
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -broken floor tiles in front of fryers
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Mar 25, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate11 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -inside of microwave on cookline -white cutting boards on top of reach-in coolers are stained
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -handwash sink across from fryers blocked by wire rack, operator relocated rack
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. -6 mahi mahi filets, operator cut open packaging
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -employee backpack hanging off of dry storage rack -employee cell phone and keys stored on shelf above reach-in cooler Operator relocated all person items to office
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floors underneath fryers have a significant accumulation of grease and food debris
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -broken floor tiles in front of fryers
Food storage containers cracked or broken, operator discarded
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. -3 sets of tongs hanging off of oven door, operator removed
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -walk-in cooler door and gasket -tray underneath flat top grill has a significant accumulation of grease and food debris -handwash sink/paper towel holder at entrance to kitchen -sides of fryers have a significant accumulation of grease and food debris -hood filters over cooking equipment have a significant accumulation of grease and food debris -exterior of double door reach-in cooler soiled
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -walls behind dishwasher
Oct 22, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -inside of salad reach-in cooler has an accumulation o food debris -inside of microwave has an accumulation of grease and food debris -white cutting boards stained throughout the kitchen
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -reach-in cooler next to stove: door and gaskets soiled -tops and sides of cooking equipment have an accumulation of grease and food debris -hood filters over cooking equipment have an accumulation of grease and food debris -exterior of microwave has an accumulation of grease and food debris
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. -reach-in cooler next to stove
Jul 9, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. -employee failed to wash hands prior to putting on gloves to begin food preparation, inspector educated employee, employee removed gloves, washed hands, and put on new gloves
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -reach-in cooler across from fryers: raw chicken stored above raw fish, operator reorganized reach-in cooler
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -inside of salad reach-in cooler has an accumulation o food debris -inside of microwave has an accumulation of grease and food debris -white cutting boards stained throughout the kitchen
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.
Ceiling vents above bar seating have an accumulation of moisture droplets.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. -employee beverage stored on prep table, operator relocated
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -cases of fries and buns stored on the floor in walk-in freezer
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. -salad reach-in cooler
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -handwash sink in corner of cooking area across from fryers sign states "Hand Wash Only", provided handwashing sign, operator posted
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -reach-in cooler next to stove: door and gaskets soiled -tops and sides of cooking equipment have an accumulation of grease and food debris -hood filters over cooking equipment have an accumulation of grease and food debris -exterior of microwave has an accumulation of grease and food debris
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. -reach-in cooler next to stove
Single-service articles improperly stored. -open case of soufflé cups stored in floor in dry storage area, operator relocated
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -stainless steel wall behind stove has an accumulation of grease and food debris -stainless steel wall behind/underneath dish machine has an accumulation of debris
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. -wet wiping cloth stored on prep table, operator relocated to sanitizer bucket
Feb 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate12 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. -hose bibb next to rear entrance to kitchen
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. -multiple cutting boards on top of reach-in coolers heavily stained
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 debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. -stainless steel pots and pans stored on shelves above Alto-Shaam
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. -multiple employee drinks on prep tables, operator removed
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -plastic container of charging cords and other office supplies stored on top of salad dressing reach-in cooler, operator removed
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floors underneath equipment have an accumulation of grease and food debris
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. -two sets of tongs hanging off oven door handle, operator removed
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles throughout the kitchen -reach-in cooler door gasket ps have an accumulation of grease and food debris -side of hood has an accumulation of grease and food debris -tops of fryers have accumulation of grease and food debris
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. -food containers on dish drying rack
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -walls in dishwashing area have a light accumulation of black, mold-like substance
Wet mops not stored in a manner to allow the mops to dry.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -flour and sugar containers lacking labels, operator labeled
Oct 5, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -milk wash 79F, per operator stored on top of reach-in cooler next to fryers less than 1 hour, operator relocated to reach-in freezer -coleslaw 50F, per operator less than 1 hour in top of reach-in cooler, operator discarded -cut romaine lettuce 49F, double panned in top of salad reach-in cooler, per operator less than 30 minutes, relocated to lower portion of reach-in cooler
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -white cutting boards on reach-in coolers stained -can opener blade soiled
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -ceiling tiles next to vents above bar area, operator states new tiles have been ordered
Equipment in poor repair. -small reach-in cooler next to fryers not holding temperature, no foods present
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floor underneath dishwasher has an accumulation of grease and food debris
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -walk-in cooler door and gasket soiled -walk-in cooler fan covers have a light accumulation of dust/debris.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. -plastic containers on dish storage rack
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -walls in dishwasher area have an accumulation of grease and food debris
Oct 3, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 24 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority4 Intermediate16 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. -tested 2x 0ppm
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. -open bag of raw chicken stored on bags of fries
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. -chili dated 9/24/23, french onion soup dated 9/26/23, rice not dated but operator stated was prepared last week, operator discarded all foods
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -milk wash 79F, per operator stored on top of reach-in cooler next to fryers less than 1 hour, operator relocated to reach-in freezer -coleslaw 50F, per operator less than 1 hour in top of reach-in cooler, operator discarded -cut romaine lettuce 49F, double panned in top of salad reach-in cooler, per operator less than 30 minutes, relocated to lower portion of reach-in cooler
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -white cutting boards on reach-in coolers stained -can opener blade soiled
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -handwash sink across from fryers blocked by storage rack, operator relocated
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. -CHLORINE for dishwasher
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 debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. -multiple tanks in dry storage area unsecured
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -ceiling tiles next to vents above bar area, operator states new tiles have been ordered
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. -large pot on top of dish drying rack, operator inverted
Clean linens stored in improper location. -bags of clean towels stored on the floor beneath storage racks, operator relocated
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. -employee water bottle stored on prep table, operator relocated
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -employee backpack hanging off food storage rack, operator removed
Equipment in poor repair. -small reach-in cooler next to fryers not holding temperature, no foods present
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floor underneath dishwasher has an accumulation of grease and food debris
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -0il jugs in dry storage area
Food storage containers cracked or broken. -plastic containers on dish drying rack, corners broken
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -walk-in cooler door and gasket soiled -walk-in cooler fan covers have a light accumulation of dust/debris.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. -plastic containers on dish storage rack
Single-service articles improperly stored. -open box of foam hinged containers stored on floor in dry storage area
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -walls in dishwasher area have an accumulation of grease and food debris
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.