Ajs Crab House
Last inspected: Jan 30, 2026
55
Score
Across the available record, Ajs Crab House has 13 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent report on file is from Jan 30, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around four violations lately and about eight violations before that.
The pattern that stands out is “vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb”, which has been cited two times.
Restaurants in Jacksonville average 74, so Ajs Crab House trails the local norm. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
13
Inspections
2
Critical latest
2
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 30, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
55
Sep 23, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
55
Jul 16, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jun 3, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. KHALIL TUFAN issued 1/17/2020 - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-03: Still expired manager states will take it Saturday **Time Extended**
53A-02-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. In white Frigidaire stand up freezer, a clustered of crab legs and mussels stored on door of reach in freezer no covering - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-03: Crabs stored in freezer **Time Extended**
08B-12-5
86
Mar 31, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 6 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw shelled eggs over raw fish in glass coca-cola cooler in kitchen. Moved to store correctly **Corrective Action Taken**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Pain killers stored on shelf with single use 2oz cups and lids and sauces
41-07-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Faucet over triple sink with green hose attached missing back flow preventer
29-34-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Oyster tags in large bag some dated most not dated
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handsink in kitchen next to ice machine with items stored in handsink, bucket scraper and knife, employee moved **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. KHALIL TUFAN issued 1/17/2020
53A-02-7
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handsink in kitchen next to ice machine
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Handsink in kitchen next to ice machine
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Printed poster to be placed on glass **Corrective Action Taken**
02A-01-5
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Personal opened yogurt drink, open bottle waters,dates and opened energy drinks in 2door glass cooler upfront
12B-13-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Pipe under handsink up front pipe broken, leaking into bucket
29-08-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. In white Frigidaire stand up freezer, a clustered of crab legs and mussels stored on door of reach in freezer no covering
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop stored on floor next to ice machine not hung to dry
42-01-4
29
Nov 15, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
41
Mar 26, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
26
Sep 7, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 6, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
32
May 10, 2023
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
Mar 16, 2023
Complaint Partial
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
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. Emailed operator DBPR form 5030-104
11-27-4
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. Establishment has one employee, hired over 60 days, no training completed. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - 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. Emailed operator DBPR form 5030-103
11-26-1
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. In double door coke reach-in cooler at front counter area, personal foods stored on shelf above customer eggs and lemons.
08B-49-4
70
Oct 17, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
47
Aug 8, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Hose bibb in kitchen by handwash sink and hose bibb by ice machine, missing backflow preventers. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
29-34-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle of oven cleaner stored on prep table in kitchen.
41-10-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. In slide door reach-in cooler by office, clothes baskets used for cooked crab.
14-15-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Two cups in front handwash sink. Plastic container in kitchen handwash sink. Person in Charge removed all items. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Kitchen handwash sink, hot water not working.
27-16-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. In reach-in cooler in kitchen, personal food stored on top shelf above customer foods.
08B-49-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Slide top reach-in freezer in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave at front prep line, interior has encrusted splatter debris. **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Slide door reach-in cooler by office, shelves rusted.
14-33-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Ajs Crab House last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Ajs Crab House on file is from Jan 30, 2026. The public record contains 13 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Ajs Crab House?
Across the inspection record, “vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Ajs Crab House.
How does Ajs Crab House compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?
Ajs Crab House most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Jacksonville average of 74.
Has Ajs Crab House's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Ajs Crab House have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Ajs Crab House means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Ajs Crab House inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Ajs Crab House is inspected around four times per year on average.
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