CROOKED RIVER GRILL
151 LAUGHING GULL LN, Carrabelle FL 32322 · 8506975050
Last inspected Nov 24, 2025 · 10 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 6 live roaches around the motor of the stand up black reach in freezer on the cook line. Observed 6 live roaches around edge of the ceiling. Observed 7 live roaches underneath the reach in cooler around the wheel casing on the cook line.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2025070849 | Sep 23, 2025 | Nov 6, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Nov 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Macaroni noodles held over 24 hours no date marked. Manager placed a date on the container.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Breading containers not labeled. Manager placed a label on both containers.
Sep 24, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 23, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 7 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 6 live roaches around the motor of the stand up black reach in freezer on the cook line. Observed 6 live roaches around edge of the ceiling. Observed 7 live roaches underneath the reach in cooler around the wheel casing on the cook line.
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.
Soap bottle containing toxic substance not labeled on top of the dish machine.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 40 dead roaches on a sticky trap underneath the microwave at the pickup window. Observed altogether 47 dead roaches on two different sticky traps underneath the bar area.
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris on the cook line.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Coffee filters setting on to of the coffee machine not protected from possible contamination.
Aug 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board cook line.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
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. Tuna.
Interior of oven/ has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris cook line.
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels,by the ice machine.
Mar 26, 2025Inspection 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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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. By the ice machine employee hand sink.
damage to wall,on the cook line by the printer.
Sep 18, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 17, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed no reading for dish machine. Employee setup the three compartment sink Quat 400 ppm.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Steak 46 F chicken 50 F scallops 48 F grouper 56 F burger 52 F pork 52 F wrapped shrimp with bacon 54 F grouper pieces 48 F
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Steak 46 F chicken 50 F scallops 48 F grouper 56 F burger 52 F pork 52 F wrapped shrimp with bacon 54 F grouper pieces 48 F
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed cleaning spray setting on the ice machine. Employee removed spray bottle and stored the spray correctly.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink,next to three compartment sink.
Soap bottle containing toxic substance not labeled in the bar three compartment sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
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. Observed grouper fish in reduced oxygen packaged bags thawing at room temp. Employee put a cut on each grouper bag.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed the door on the reach in cooler on the cook line in disrepair,want stay closed without something against the door.
Food stored on floor. Observed a box of briskets setting on the walking freezer floor.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Bar hand sink.
Water leaking from faucet/handle at the three compartment sink.
May 10, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cook line cutting board.
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. Grouper/ Salmon.
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Dec 19, 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
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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. ( Blood-borne Pathogen Bodley fluid spill kit)
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic container with no handle in the sugar container.
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. Salmon,tuna walk in cooler.
Stored food not covered. Observed egg rolls not cover inside the reach in freezer on the cook line.
Sep 7, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
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.