SEVEN SEAS CRAB HOUSE
5326 MAIN ST, Jacksonville FL 32208 · 904.766.7677
Last inspected Apr 28, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 20 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed three live flies in kitchen area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Apr 28, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 27, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. Observed a total of 9 live flying insects, 4 at triple sinks and 5 at cook line stove.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. In storage area in front of walk-in cooler, hose Bibb missing backflow preventer.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Cardboard used on ice machine ledge.
Dead roaches on premises. At dry storage area, observed a total of 8 dead roaches on 2 glue boards.
Floors, walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. At cook line area, floor at ice machine to corner with drain soiled. At cook line, floor behind cooking equipment soiled.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave have encrusted splatter debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of microwaves have build up of residue.
Single-service articles improperly stored. At dry storage area, cases of togo boxes stored on floor.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Floor in front and inside of walk in cooler.
Oct 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. At cook line area, bottle of dish soap stored on shelf over prep table. Operator moved soap below counter.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. At front counter in under counter storage, interiors of bulk seasoning bins have build up of encrusted seasoning. At front counter area, interior of white microwave has build up of encrusted food residue.
Floors, walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. At cook line area, floor at ice machine to corner with drain soiled. In walk-in cooler, walls soiled.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. At walk-in freezer, ice build up at door and door frame. Operator stated they have new door gasket ordered.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. At front counter area in under counter storage, bulk seasoning bins have exteriors soiled with residue. At front counter area, exterior of white microwave has build up.
Plumbing system in disrepair. At cook line prep area, drain line under triple sinks and from handwash sink leaking on floor.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Floor in front and inside of walk in cooler.
May 13, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 12, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. At kitchen area, observed 2 flying insects.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At front counter in reach-in cooler next to register, crawfish (47F - Cold Holding); boiled egg (47F - Cold Holding); corn (48F - Cold Holding); cooked potato (49F - Cold Holding); sausage (49F - Cold Holding). Operator stated door has been opened for orders. Ambient temperature on inspector thermometer, 43F
Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. In walk-in cooler, ambient thermometer showing 52f, inspector thermometer showing 42f.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior side of ice machine door soiled.
Floors, walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. On wall next to ice machine, ac return vent has dust build up.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. At front counter area, interior of microwaves soiled.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Floor in front and inside of walk in cooler.
Dec 11, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 10, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At front counter reach-in coolers, shrimp (47F - Cold Holding); shell eggs (50F -ambient Cold Holding); shrimp, egg. potato, corn (46-47F - Cold Holding). Operator stated doors opened to clean.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Back flow preventer missing on outside faucet near front door on south end of building.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels or sign in restroom in office area.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior side of ice machine door has build up.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. In office area, 3 dead roaches on glue board. Operator discarded glue board.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. In office area, no door closer on restroom door.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters over cook line have build up.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Floor in front and inside of walk in cooler.
May 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In silver stand up three door reach in cooler near front counter, raw shelled eggs stored over container of ready to eat hard boiled eggs. Items moved and stored correctly.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Back flow preventers missing on outside faucet near front door on south end of building.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. In glue trap behind soda coolers at front counter, three dead roaches present. Trap with dead roaches discarded.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License displayed expired 06/01/2022.
Floors, walls, and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor at front counter under register.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Floor in front and inside of walk in cooler.
Aug 10, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed three live flies in kitchen area.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License displayed expired 06/01/2022.
Equipment in poor repair. Glass door for front counter reach in cooler is cracked.
Food stored on floor. Plastic water bottles stored on floor near front counter. Water moved and stored correctly.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Trash around outside dumpster and grease receptacle.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. In walk in freezer.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Ice scoop handle in ice at front ice machine. Scoop moved and stored correctly.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Circular handles for cabinets across from front counter.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Shrimp thawing in standing water in prep area of kitchen. Manager turned water on.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. In walk in cooler.
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