JUICY CRAB
296 E MICHIGAN ST, Orlando FL 32806 · 407-415-8299
Last inspected Mar 16, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 25 flying insects under 3 compartment sink on pipe and in drain Total 25 flying insects
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
4 cases · $2,900
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2026007822 | Oct 14, 2025 | May 6, 2026 | $900 |
| 4--2023058495 | Aug 3, 2023 | Mar 4, 2024 | $800 |
| 4--2022039690 | Jul 25, 2022 | Nov 8, 2022 | $800 |
| 4--2022000957 | Dec 28, 2021 | Aug 11, 2022 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Mar 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 19 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate13 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 19 findingsThe state's own report →
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked chicken wings over night in top part of cooler 49-51f.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked chicken wings over night in top part of cooler 49-51f. All other items in cooler 39f-40f due to in deeper pans for complete air flow of product
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
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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/
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at first hand sink to entrance to kitchen
Clams/mussels/oysters removed from original container for long-term storage.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back kitchen exit door
Food stored on floor. Open box of oysters on the floor in walk in freezer
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up in walk in freezer
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensil in water at 78f at server station for rice
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave at server station
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. Hand sink in middle of cook line
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Build up of grease and food debris in between/side of fryers at cook line Build up debris on hood filters Fan covers in walk in cooler
Reach -in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues and walk in cooler Walk in cooler shelves has debris build up Broken glass in bottom of glass cooler at bar
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water in bottom of glass cooler at bar
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. All the walls at server station
Oct 22, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate9 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. Both dish machine and glass washer at bar are not working or sanitizing. Facility must use 3 compartment sink
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Vacuum breaker needed at hose Bibb by dish machine
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Hand sink removed at cook line in the middle between coolers
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment not operating at this time. Additional mop sink was added between 3 bay sink and dish machine in ware wash area without plan review approval
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Server station
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back kitchen exit door
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. In walk in freezer
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice build. Ice build up in walk in freezer
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave at server station
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Grease build up in between fryers
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall between coolers at cook line has debris build up Wall at dish machine in ware wash area has debris build up
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Oct 14, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 23 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority7 Intermediate11 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Chicken wings cooled over night at 48f in top part of reach in cooler at cook line
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. Both dish machine and glass washer at bar are not working or sanitizing. Facility must use 3 compartment sink
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Chicken wings cooled over night at 48f in top part of reach in cooler at cook line
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. Cooked potatoes and cooked corn at 95f-100f at cook line, manager stated items cooked at 11:30am, temperature taken at 1:50pm, corrective action to time mark item
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Vacuum breaker needed at hose Bibb by dish machine
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Oyster tags
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink to left of cook line blocked by large plastic container
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Hand sink removed at cook line in the middle between coolers
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Metal pole in basin of hand sink at server station
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink to left of cook line
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment not operating at this time. Additional mop sink was added between 3 bay sink and dish machine in ware wash area without plan review approval
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand sink at bar area
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Server station
Clams/mussels/oysters removed from original container for long-term storage. Oyster tags
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Plastic used toothpick on prep table with employee drinks at cook line
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back kitchen exit door
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. In walk in freezer
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice build. Ice build up in walk in freezer
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave at server station
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Grease build up in between fryers
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall between coolers at cook line has debris build up Wall at dish machine in ware wash area has debris build up
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Sep 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate5 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. 0ppm chlorine for bar area.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shrimp over cooked snow crab legs
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Grease build up on floor by fryers
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave at server area
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Light shield missing in server station area over ice machine
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Rusted shelves in wall in cooler
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall behind fryers has debris and grease build up
Jul 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Raw shrimp, raw fish, squid, scallops, raw chicken, raw chicken wings, cooked chicken wings 48-51f in reach in cooler across from fryers. Per manager all products in cooler over night
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Raw shrimp, raw fish, squid, scallops, raw chicken, raw chicken wings, cooked chicken wings 48-51f in reach in cooler across from fryers. Per manager all products in cooler over night Ambient air of cooler 50f
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. For oysters
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand sink at warehouse wash area
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand sink at bar
Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Female server
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Inside top part of microwave at server station Steamer hot box has debris
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. No thermometers inside any units. Manager goes by digital display on coolers
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Table for rice cooker has food debris build up
Jun 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate11 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Cook line
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. At bar area not sanitizing 0ppm chlorine
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Vacuum breaker missing on hose Bibb at ware wash area
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Debris build up in hot box steamer at cook line
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Plastic container in basin of hand sink at ware wash area
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Forks at server area not stored with handles facing up
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Small white board at bar area
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Numerous employee items on prep tables and on top of reach in cooler at server station
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under fryers has grease build up
Food stored on floor. Boxes of food on floor in walk in freezer
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensil in water at 69f at server station for rice
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave at server area
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters Grease build on fryers and fry baskets Debris on table at rice cooker Lids on thick sauce by hot box steamer Paper at crash cart at cook line has heavy debris build up
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall behind dish machine
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. At cook line
Mar 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish over sauces in reach in cooler at cook line
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink at cook line blocked by ladder Hand sink at ware wash area block by card board on top of basin on sink
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink ware wash
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand sink at ware wash area
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on prep table at cook line
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Spoon in water at 67f at server area for rice
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave at server station
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters and hood system Grease build up in between fryers
Aug 8, 2023□ 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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Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Server, clipped up hair hanging over shoulder
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back kitchen exit door
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Light over ice machine at server area
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Grease build up in between fryers
Aug 3, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 17 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority6 Intermediate9 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 25 flying insects under 3 compartment sink on pipe and in drain Total 25 flying insects
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Sanitizing bucket on bag in box Ginger Ale soda
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 form for the 2nd time
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Server rinsed out container at hand sink at server area
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Facility has blank form, employee signed form at time of inspection. Per manager only 2 employees for facility at all times. 1 Manager/Person in charge and 1 server for all shifts
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand sink in ladies restroom, soap only in handicap stall
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Hand sink at cook line
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No running hot water at hand sink for ware wash area
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic cup used as scoop in sugar container
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach on floor by hot water heater by back kitchen exit door Total 1 dead roach
Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Server, clipped up hair hanging over shoulder
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back kitchen exit door
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Bag in box soda on floor in kitchen
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Light over ice machine at server area
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Grease build up in between fryers
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
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.