CRAFTY CRAB

High Priority - Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands.

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (89F - Hot Holding) located at cook line area, as per operator less than one hour. Operator stored inside walk in cooler. Corrective Action Taken

Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.

Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Repeat Violation

Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.

Intermediate - 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.

Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days.

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed metal sponge in hand sink at the bar area. Operator removed during inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Intermediate - Lack of toilet tissue at each toilet.

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Kitchen. Operator provided during inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Kitchen.

Basic - Ceiling tile missing.

Basic - Clams/mussels/oysters removed from original container for long-term storage. Repeat Violation

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.

Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee personal drink can of Red Bull and orange soda stored inside reach in cooler located cook line area kitchen. Operator discarded during inspection. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastics containers with cook oil and seasoning stored directly on floor near exit back door kitchen.

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other during preparation based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw calamari in open reach in cooler. Operator properly stored it. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Back area.

Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.

Intermediate - 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 the poster to operator. Corrective Action Taken

Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed boiled eggs (70/66F - Cooling) covered with a plastic wrap in walk in cooler. Operator uncovered. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed metal sponge, brush stored in hand sink at the bar station, operator removed it. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Paper towels was replaced Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - 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. Employees name Poon, Jason,Bin,Mario and Guo with more than 2 months of being hired.

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.

Basic - Clams/mussels/oysters removed from original container for long-term storage.

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil container on kitchen floor.

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.

Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed filter soiled, walk in cooler fan cover soiled.

Basic - Open dumpster lid.

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed multiple to go containers on the dry stored area floor.

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed multiple wet wiping on top of food preparation table. Operator removed it. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - 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 Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm), operator placed new chemical, Dishwasher (Chlorine 50ppm). Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sausage (53F - Cold Holding/2nd temp:48F); shrimp (47F - Cold Holding/2nd temp: 42F); mussels (46F - Cold Holding/2nd temp: 40F) stored in the reach in cooler, as per operator open and closes door continuously throughout the shift, ice was placed over items. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. Observed frozen oysters with tags not kept in the establishment.

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed Can opener blade in the prep area soiled. Observed storage shelves by fryers with accumulated debris. Observed soda gun at the bar with mold like substance. Operator cleaned during the inspection.

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed ice buckets wet nesting. Operator inverted items. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. By the main reach in cooler. Operator cleaned up during the inspection. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed multiple crack containers by the 3 compartment.

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed standing fan cover on top of prep table with accumulated dust.

Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Repeat Violation

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed warewashing handwashing sink with pipes leaking in the floor.

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed chicken flour and fish flour with no name label.

Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed floor by the storage room soiled.

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed mussels (62F - Cold Holding) stored in the reach in cooler for less than 2 hours, as per operator. Operator placed ice over items. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. In the kitchen, operator placed new bottle. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels.

Intermediate - 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. Observed employee Guo with an expired certificate.

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water.

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed corn stored on the floor of the kitchen. Repeat Violation

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Repeat Violation

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed all gasket soiled in the reach in cooler.

Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Repeat Violation

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed to go bags, napkins and cups stored on the floor in the back storage room. Repeat Violation

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed crab legs thawing in room temperature, operator turned on water. Observed chicken in standing water. Operator placed items in walk in cooler. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed corn (57F - Cold Holding/2nd temp 42F); clam (52F - Cold Holding /2nd temp 40F); shrimp (54F - Cold Holding /2nd temp 41F); craw fish (63F - Cold Holding /2nd temp 42F) stored in the reach in cooler by cook line, due to opening and closing constantly. Items were placed under ice. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-22: Observed corn (49F - Cold Holding); clam (54F - Cold Holding); shrimp (46F - Cold Holding); craw fish (50F - Cold Holding) stored in the reach in cooler by cook line, due to opening and closing constantly. Items were placed under ice. Admin Complaint

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Identity of food or food product misrepresented. Observed Pancakes and sausage used as corn dogs. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-22: Observed Pancakes and sausage used as corn dogs. Admin Complaint

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed multiple containers with cracked lids. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-22: Observed multiple containers with cracked lids. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed tilapia stored on the floor. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-22: Observed cob corn stored on the floor. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. By the stove. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-22: Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. By the stove. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed snow crab and crab legs thawing in room temperature. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-22: Observed crab legs thawing in standing water. Time Extended

High Priority - Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee with gloves touching her apron and then engaging in food preparation with no handwashing. Educated operator and employee how to properly handle food correctly and wash hands in between different tasks before engaging in food preparation. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed corn (51F - Cold Holding); boiled potatoes (55F - Cold Holding) on a cart next to cook line, taken out of walk in cooler 1 hour before inspection. Operator placed inside the walk in cooler. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed paper towel machine not dispensing correctly.

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic bowl used as a scoop in the rice container, in the reach in cooler used for shrimp. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed boiled potatoes stored on the floor by the cookline. Operator removed and stored properly.

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up at the walk in freezer.

Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler in front of cookline with rusted pitted surface.

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed plastic cups, bowls and napkins stored on the floor by the exit, operator stored properly. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed shrimp (67F - Prepping); squid (53F - Prepping); sausage (63F - Prepping); raw chicken (67F - Prepping); lobster (63F - Prepping) thawing in room temperature by the 3 compartment sink. Operator placed items inside walk in cooler. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour and rice containers with no name labels, operator placed new labels. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed frozen raw chicken and raw pork and raw fish in the same container bin, out side of its original packaging inside the walk in cooler. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-12: Observed frozen raw chicken and raw pork and raw fish in the same container bin, out side of its original packaging inside the walk in cooler. Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by lack of general knowledge in performing their assigned duties. Observed employee with no knowledge on how to wash their hand properly. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-12: Observed employee washing hands with water only for less than 10 seconds. Employee was able to answer how many seconds to wash their hands properly, but did not wash hands with soap again until inspector advised the employee. Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled, operator cleaned during the inspection. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-12: Observed can opener blade soiled. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-12: Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed ice bucket wet nesting, operator stored properly. Corrected On-Site - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-12: Observed ice bucket wet nesting, operator stored properly. Time Extended Corrected On-Site

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed frozen shrimp, cooking oil, cases of corn, bucket of sugar, bucket of salt and bucket of Cajun seasoning stored on the floor in the kitchen. Operator stored properly. Provided handout on how to properly store food. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-12: Observed cooking oil, margarine and corn stored on the kitchen floor. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed ice buildup in walk-in freezer. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-12: Observed ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface in front of the cook line. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-12: Observed reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface in front of the cook line. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of cups, wet napkins and napkins stored on the floor by the dry storage area. Operator stored properly. Corrected On-Site - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-12: Observed cases of cups, wet napkins and napkins stored on the floor by the dry storage area. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed crab legs, tilapia and lobster tails in standing still water thawing in the 3 compartment sink. Operator turned on water to keep running. Corrected On-Site - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-12: Observed crab legs thawing in standing water at the 3 compartment sink. Operator turned water on. Time Extended Corrected On-Site

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Operator stored properly. Corrected On-Site - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-12: Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Operator stored properly. Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. As per operator, all employees hired more than 60 days. Alex Ho, Jack Ho, Daniella Brown, Jetta Yao, Poon Lee, Liu Zhong, Agustin Bernal, and Jacob Carrio. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-08: Operator could no provided the proof of required state approved employee training for all employees. FRLA, As per operator, all employees hired more than 60 days. Alex Ho, Jack Ho, Daniella Brown, Jetta Yao, Poon Lee, Liu Zhong, Agustin Bernal, and Jacob Carrio. Admin Complaint

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. most coolers. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-08: Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. most coolers. Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-23: No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Manager did not provided proof of required state approved employee training certificates for: Alex Ho, Jack Ho, Daniella Brown, Jetta Yao, Poon Lee, Liu Zhong, Agustin Bernal, and Jacob Carrio, Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-23: No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. Initial inspection 10/28/22. During the callback inspection on 1/23/23, operator could not provide the food handlers training for: Alex Ho, Jack Ho, Daniella Brown, Jetta Yao, Poon Lee, Liu Zhong, Agustin Bernal, and Jacob Carrio, Admin Complaint

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-23: Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. * Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-23: Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Walk in cooler: container with raw shrimps stored on the floor underneath a shelf nearby the door to the walk in cooler. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-23: No copy of latest inspection report available. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at bar. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-23: No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at bar. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-23: Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Time Extended

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with seafood in the walk in freezer. Employee began removing all bags. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed multiple chemical spray bottles next to sauces at front counter. Employee removed all bottles. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards are soiled. Repeat Violation

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.

Basic - Bottle of cooking oil not stored at least 6 inches off of the kitchen floor.

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense old bay seasoning located on shelf across from cook line.

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between reach in coolers. Employee removed. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - Kitchen floor and drains are soiled/has accumulation of debris. Repeat Violation

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of stove and deep fryers has accumulation of grease. Repeat Violation

Basic - Single-service stirrers not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Located at the bar. Employee removed items. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed above dish machine area.

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with vegetables in the walk in cooler. Observed non food grade bag in direct contact with crab, and vegetables in the walk in freezer.

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed establishment is open to the public and operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Management was encouraged to pay DBPR Business License. Admin Complaint

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board are soiled.

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of preparation table and reach in cooler.

Basic - Kitchen and walk in freezer floors are soiled/has accumulation of debris, ice, paper, and food debris.

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of stove and deep fryers has accumulation of grease. Repeat Violation