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J&C CRAB SEAFOOD RESTAURANT

9321 6 MILE CYPRESS PKWY UNIT 100, Fort Myers FL 33966 · 239-690-7088

Last inspected Apr 28, 2026 · 6 visits since November 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats180
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA4607193
Grade history
MAR 24
AUG 24
JAN 25
NOV 25
APR 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 28 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw oysters at Make Table. Operator switched the food items.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
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Inspection history

6 visits, newest first

Apr 28, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findings
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed multiple containers in kitchen nonfood-grade for storing spices and flour mixture.
High priority/14-15-4
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Brown rice (133F - Hot Holding) in kitchen crock pot, the operator turned from low to high heat.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken
Nonservice animals in the food establishment or on premises. Observed 3 turtles inside water fountain located within dining area. Per DDM Kimberly Torbert provide operator with plan review information to apply for variance. Emailed form to the operator.
Intermediate/35A-01-4
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed items identified by the operator as employee food with food to be served to the public. Educated on proper storage.
Basic/08B-49-4
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Food stored on floor. Observed container of oil and bag of potatoes stored on floor at end of cook line soiled line. Educated operator on proper storage.
Basic/08B-38-4
The state's own report →
Nov 14, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority2 Intermediate4 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 crab stored over fries in walk in freezer.
High priority/08A-02-6/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed WD-40, spray air freshener, and multiple cans of spray paints stored next/enamel stored on cart next to bag of flour.
High priority/41-10-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Intermediate/01C-05-4
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
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin near reach in freezer.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation
Employee cell phones stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items at the cook line.
Basic/40-06-5
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
Basic/33-20-4/Repeat Violation
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled wood surface above ice machine.
Basic/10-12-5
Jan 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach-in cooler near by kitchen entrance; raw chicken stored over cooked chicken. Operator removed cooked chicken to proper storage.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical spray bottle(w4) stored with multiple food containers at cook-line. Operator removed chemical spray bottle.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Basic/22-20-5
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Basic/16-23-4
Dumpster overflowing cardboards.
Basic/33-14-4
Food stored on floor. Oil containers stored on floor by kitchen entrance.
Basic/08B-38-4
Grease on the ground and pad around grease receptacle.
Basic/33-20-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. At server station; soda machine nozzle surrounding soiled with mold like substance. Multiple dish racks soiled with mold like substance.
Basic/23-03-4
Single-service plates not stored inverted or protected from contamination at dry storage. Operator stored plates inverted.
Basic/25-06-4/Corrected On-Site
Aug 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken wings at 71F hot holding. Operator moved item to reach in cooler.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed container used as a scoop in gummy bear bag.
Basic/14-01-5
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice scoop in water at 89F.
Basic/10-07-4
Mar 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw oysters at Make Table. Operator switched the food items.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed dairy creamer at bar. Operator date marked the food item.
Intermediate/02C-03-5/Corrected On-Site
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1
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.
Intermediate/53B-14-5
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot side handle inoperable at ware washing area handwash sink.
Intermediate/27-16-5
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed black like substance underneath on the exterior of soda nozzles.
Basic/23-03-4
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed hot side handle inoperable at ware washing area handwash sink.
Basic/29-08-4
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4
Nov 7, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed medication acid reducer above reach-in cooler across from cook line. The operator removed bottle of medication from above reach-in cooler.
High priority/41-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed operator on cook line touching pants and shirt. Educated operator on properly washing hands and not touching cloth or aprons while food preparation.
High priority/12A-28-4/Corrective Action Taken
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
Intermediate/53A-02-7
No soap provided at handwash sink in bar. The operator placed soap at both hand washing sinks in bar.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Basic/10-07-4
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Basic/21-04-4

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.