Capt Curts Crab & Oyster Bar

1200 Old Stickney Pt Rd, Sarasota, FL 342423407

Seafood

Last inspected: Jan 22, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

The health department has logged eight inspections at Capt Curts Crab & Oyster Bar, the earliest from 2022. On Jan 22, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.

Across the inspection history, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded five times.

Restaurants in Sarasota average 81, so Capt Curts Crab & Oyster Bar trails the local norm. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 22, 2026

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 6 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink.Observed sanitizer dispenser hose in hand sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-10-4

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed blue window cleaner in unmarked spray bottle in kitchen. Manager labeled. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed lights not oat and pocketbook in single use storage area. Manager relocated. **Corrected On-Site**

40-06-5

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

13-03-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on plastic drink cups in kitchen area.

24-08-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup behind compressor in walk in freezer.

14-69-4

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site**

21-04-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled walk in cooler door gasket. Manager corrected by cleaning. **Corrected On-Site**

23-03-4

Aug 20, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.Observed in walk in cooler raw shrimp over cheese sauce. Manager rearranged food items to prevent cross contamination. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled chemical spray bottle in kitchen. Manager labeled. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.Observed cooks working in kitchen without hair restraints. **Repeat Violation**

13-03-4

Basic - Food stored on floor.Observed in walk in freezer, cases of chicken and vegetables on floor. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Feb 12, 2025

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Aug 19, 2024

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.Observed no handle deli containers in cracker meal and flour containers. Manager removed.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

14-01-5

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.Observed 2x3" hole in ceiling above center cook station.

36-32-5

Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.Manager replaced. **Corrected On-Site**

33-11-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.Observed ice buildup in walk in freezer. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Jan 29, 2024

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.Observed deli container in breading container in kitchen. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**

14-01-5

Basic - Grease receptacle lid open, broken, or missing. Observed missing lids on 1 dumpster.

33-29-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.Observed ice buildup on cell and cases stored in freezer on left side.

14-69-4

Sep 21, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Mar 24, 2023

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in Walkin Freezer.

14-69-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters. Manager corrected by replacing filters.m **Corrected On-Site**

23-03-4

Sep 15, 2022

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwashing Machine at154F final rinse. Tested under 10 ppm chlorine. Operator called for service.

22-49-4

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker at black hose at bar entrance by outside bar. Operator placed a vacuum breaker at hose. **Corrected On-Site**

29-34-4

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed no handle scoop used in cracker meal and seasoning. Manager corrected by replacing with handled scoops. **Corrected On-Site**

14-01-5

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor in Walkin Cooler in disrepair, approximately 1'x1'

36-17-5

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in Walkin Freezer on shelves and floor.

14-69-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Capt Curts Crab & Oyster Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Capt Curts Crab & Oyster Bar on file is from Jan 22, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Capt Curts Crab & Oyster Bar?

Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Capt Curts Crab & Oyster Bar.

How does Capt Curts Crab & Oyster Bar compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?

Capt Curts Crab & Oyster Bar most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Sarasota average of 81.

Has Capt Curts Crab & Oyster Bar's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Capt Curts Crab & Oyster Bar have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Capt Curts Crab & Oyster Bar 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 Capt Curts Crab & Oyster Bar inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Capt Curts Crab & Oyster Bar is inspected around two times per year on average.

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