Ck Crabhouse
Last inspected: Mar 12, 2026
70
Score
Ck Crabhouse appears in inspection records 17 times, starting in 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 12, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.
“Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.
That's lower than the typical Tallahassee restaurant, which scores around 88. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
17
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 12, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale.
01B-14-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed utensils and bucket inside handwashing sink.
31A-11-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bucket of shrimp stored on floor in kitchen. Employee properly placed shrimp during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
70
Dec 9, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 8, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-08: Did not observe food handler training certificates during time of callback. Manager was not present. **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-08: Did not observe food handler training certificates during time of callback. Manager was not present. **Time Extended**
11-26-1
82
Aug 20, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Aug 5, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed neck bones cold holding at 51F for more than 4 hours.
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bottles of cleaning products inside hand sink in kitchen.
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. No manager on duty. Manager of establishment: Walter Rayo. **Warning**
53A-02-7
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. **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. **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed neck bones sitting out to thaw. Employee ran water over neck bones during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed pans of blue crabs, and box of shrimp stored on floor inside walk in freezer.
08B-38-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed opened employee beverage inside reach in freezer.
12B-13-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents soiled with grease.
23-03-4
47
Apr 28, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 31, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
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. Manager on duty Walter Rayo. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-31: Did not observed Serv Safe certified food manager certificate during call back. Current manager on duty Christina Torres did not have access to certificates and stated she will have them by the end of the day. **Time Extended**
53A-02-7
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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-31: Did not observe Food safety training during call back. Current manager on duty did not have access to certificates and stated she will have them by the end of the day. **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
82
Jan 29, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Following food items cold holding more than 4 hours: Turkey Neck bones 45F Pork neck bones 47F. See stop sale
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Following food items cold holding more than 4 hours: Turkey Neck bones 45F Pork neck bones 47F.
01B-02-5
Intermediate - 'Consumer advisory for raw or undercooked oysters not posted/provided in a conspicuous location. Operator properly posted sign during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02A-04-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Manager on duty Walter Rayo. **Warning**
53A-02-7
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand sink next to three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service.
02B-02-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed white shrimp inside box stored on floor inside walk in cooler. Observed cooking oil on floor in dry storage area. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed to go containers stored on floor in dry storage area.
25-05-4
39
Nov 15, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Sep 10, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed grease strainer in hand wash sink near refrigerator.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink on front line or women's restroom.
31B-02-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed 6/1/23. Owner printed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
50-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed French fries, green beans stored in the floor in walk in freezer.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored directly on ice machine.
10-12-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents soiled with grease. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed corn, potatoes, hard boiled eggs, shrimp in walk in cooler, no cover.
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored in water on front line.
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed garlic powder, seafood seasoning on front line, no label.
02D-01-5
58
May 15, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 10, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
90
Feb 6, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink front line, and near 3 compartment sink.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-02-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink near 3 compartment sink.
31B-03-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed hood vents with dust and grease accumulation.
36-34-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Owner printed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
50-09-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored on top of ice machine.
10-12-5
64
Jul 28, 2023
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Jul 27, 2023
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 5 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Raw eggs 48F, cooked potatoes 50F, cooked sausage 50F, hard boiled eggs 48F, cooked corn 47F, crab 49F, all items were placed in walk in cooler the day before. See stop sale.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no backflow preventer for hose in kitchen.
29-34-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.Observed hand sanitizer on prep table.
41-10-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed eggs 48F, cooked potatoes 50F, cooked sausage 50F, hard boiled eggs 48F, cooked corn 47F, crab 49F **Warning**
03A-02-5
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. Printed flyer out for operator. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a pan in the hand washing sink in cooks area.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.Observed hand washing sink in kitchen area without paper towels.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hws in kitchen area.
31B-03-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
32
Feb 7, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle unlabeled across from hand washing sink in front counter area.
41-17-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl being used as a scoop inside garlic powder and parsley located under the microwaves.
14-01-5
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed plastic bottles and lids stored on floor right of microwave. Manager removed items from the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed fish uncovered in reach in cooler left of three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
78
Oct 5, 2022
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Ck Crabhouse last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Ck Crabhouse on file is from Mar 12, 2026. The public record contains 17 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Ck Crabhouse?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Ck Crabhouse.
How does Ck Crabhouse compare to other restaurants in Tallahassee?
Ck Crabhouse most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Tallahassee average of 88.
Has Ck Crabhouse's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ck Crabhouse have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Ck Crabhouse 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 Ck Crabhouse inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Ck Crabhouse is inspected around five times per year on average.
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