Craft American Eatery
Last inspected: Jan 13, 2026
78
Score
Craft American Eatery appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2022. On Jan 13, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near six violations per visit across recent inspections.
“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing five times across the record.
The city-wide average for Virginia Gardens sits at 71, putting Craft American Eatery on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
8
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 13, 2026
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
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Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed salmon and tuna inside bags in drawer under cook line in kitchen. Operator removed salmon and tuna from bags. **Corrected On-Site**
06-09-1
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in coolers gaskets torn in kitchen.
14-11-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel under cutting board on prep table in kitchen. Operator removed towel. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed baked potatoes containers uncovered inside reach in cooler. Operator covered containers. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towels throughout kitchen. Operator stored towels in bucket with sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
78
Aug 27, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed fish by chicken inside reach in cooler. Operator stored foods as per safety protocols. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over cut tomatoes inside reach in cooler. Operator stored foods as per safety protocols. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
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 fixed DM and observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 50ppm). **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with sanitizer unlabeled in kitchen. Operator labeled spray bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed salmon inside bags in reach in cooler. Operator removed salmon completely from bag. **Corrected On-Site**
06-09-1
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel under cutting board on kitchen. Operator removed towel. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled microwave interior in kitchen. Operator cleaned microwave interior. **Corrected On-Site**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in freezer gaskets. Operator cleaned gaskets. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking under hand wash sink in kitchen.
29-11-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed baking soda container unlabeled in kitchen. Operator labeled container. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
43
Feb 11, 2025
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
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Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets under griddle in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle touching sugar inside container. Operator stored scoop correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic bottles of juices stored on Bar floor. Operator removed bottles from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Observed inside 2nd floor storage.
14-69-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
78
Aug 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottles with chlorine and degreaser unlabeled by dish washing machine. Operator labeled spray bottles. **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 personal phone stored on prep table inside kitchen. Operator removed phone. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets in front of cook line. Operator cleaned gaskets. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed food trays box stored on storage room floor.
25-05-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container unlabeled on shelf inside kitchen. Operator labeled container. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
74
Mar 18, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
61
Aug 28, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
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Feb 14, 2023
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed inside Bar.
22-20-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife used to cut lemons stored between equipments inside Bar. Operator removed knife. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in freezer gaskets inside kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw beef thawing at room temperature dump sink in kitchen. Employee put meat under running water. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
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Jul 29, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed bread directly stored inside thank you bags inside reach in freezer on HOTL second floor.
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shell eggs over raw salmon. Employee stored them correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
53A-05-6
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with liquid soap by ware washing area.
41-17-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in coolers, and freezer gaskets inside kitchen.
23-03-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup stored inside flour container on shelf by kitchen back door. Employee removed cup. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling vent over coffee machine inside kitchen.
36-34-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Craft American Eatery last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Craft American Eatery on file is from Jan 13, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Craft American Eatery?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Craft American Eatery.
How does Craft American Eatery compare to other restaurants in Virginia Gardens?
Craft American Eatery most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is higher than the Virginia Gardens average of 71.
Has Craft American Eatery's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Craft American Eatery have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Craft American Eatery means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Craft American Eatery inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Craft American Eatery is inspected around two times per year on average.
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