JUICY CRAB
10281 PINES BLVD, Pembroke Pines FL 33026 · 954.589.5158
Last inspected Dec 1, 2025 · 8 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed at 12:22, mussels cold held at 45F. Per operator, item transfer to unit at 10:40 a.m. operator placed ice pack on item for quick chill.
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $520
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2023048796 | Jun 14, 2023 | Oct 2, 2023 | $160 |
| 2--2021003480 | Dec 14, 2020 | Mar 5, 2021 | $160 |
| 2--2018041921 | Jul 13, 2018 | Nov 16, 2018 | $200 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Dec 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -Observed accumulation of black substances buildup inside ice machine.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. -Observed 1 small C02 tank not secured
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Sep 9, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed accumulation of brown like substance buildup on soda nozzles in bar.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -Observed accumulation of black substances buildup inside ice machine.
Food stored on floor. -Observed case with limes stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed and stored properly.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. -Observed several in-use wet wiping cloths throughout kitchen not stored in sanitizer solution between uses.
Feb 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed precooked crab legs cold held at 48F in flip top cooler. Per operator, item placed in unit 3 hours prior to the inspection. Operator placed ice on crab legs for quick chill.
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 cannot be determined. -Observed at 3:30 p.m. No time marked on cooked chicken wings at cookline held using time asa public health control. Par operator, chicken cooked at 12:00 p.m. Operator correctly time marked chicken wings.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Observed accumulation of black substance buildup on soda nozzles in bar.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -Observed an unlabeled spray bottle with degreaser at dishwashing area. Operator labeled bottle.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -Observed accumulation of black mold like substances buildup inside ice machine.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Observed flour removed from the original container not labeled. Operator labeled container.
Sep 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee touching cut limes with bare hands. Advice operator to wear gloves. Operator wash hands and used gloves.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. -Observed additional vacuum breaker needed at mop sink where splitter added.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Observed accumulation of black substance buildup on soda nozzles in bar.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -Observed accumulation of black mold like substance buildup inside ice machine.
Stored food not covered. -Observed an uncovered container with seasoning in storage area. Operator covered.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Observed seasoning removed from the original container not labeled. Operator label container.
Mar 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed crab legs and shrimp cold held at 46F in flip top cooler. Per operator both items placed in unit 2.5 hours before inspection. Operator placed ice pack on items for quick chill.
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 cannot be determined. Observed at 3:00 no time marked on cooked chicken wings held using time as a public health control. Operator determined that wings cooked at 12:10 p.m. Operator correctly time marked.
Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Thermometer in walk-in cooler reading 49F.
Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Manager unable to answer questions as it relates to sanitizer usage.
Food stored on floor. Observed containers with cooking oil stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed and stored properly.
Standing water in bottom of flip top reach-in-cooler on cookline.
Stored food not covered. Observed an uncovered container with salt in prep area. Operator covered.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor at cookline. Operator removed.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt and seasoning removed from their original containers not identified by common names.
Jan 24, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. -Observed additional vacuum breaker missing at mop sink where splitter added.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -Observed accumulation of brown like substance buildup inside ice machine.
Jan 16, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 18 violations recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority4 Intermediate7 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. Observed dishwashing chlorine sanitizer at 00 ppm.
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed Manager began working with food after returning to work without washing hands. Advice manager to wash hands.
Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee cutting lime with bare hands. Advice operator to wash hands and wear gloves.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed at 12:22, mussels cold held at 45F. Per operator, item transfer to unit at 10:40 a.m. operator placed ice pack on item for quick chill.
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 cannot be determined. -Observed at 12:33 p.m. cooked chicken wings held using time as a public health control has no time marked. Per operator, chicken cooked at 11:00 a.m. operator correctly time marked item.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -Observed spray bottle with cleaning chemical stored on food preparation table next to ketchup. Operator move and store properly.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. -Observed additional vacuum breaker missing at mop sink where splitter added.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements.
Clam, mussel and oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Employee with artificial nails/nail polish working with exposed food without wearing intact gloves. Observed employee engaging in food preparation with nail polish not wearing gloves.
No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -Observed accumulation of brown like substance buildup inside ice machine.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed a co2 tank not secured in storage area.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. -Observed employee drinking in food preparation area.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee in bar engaging in food preparation with no hair restraint.
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. -Observed accumulation of dead flies on sticker in food preparation area. Operator removed and discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. -Observed crab legs thawing in standing water. Operator placed crab legs under running water.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -Observed wall and ceiling soiled with accumulation of dust at cookline.
Aug 15, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
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.