Joes Crab Shack
Last inspected: Feb 12, 2026
58
Score
The health department has logged eight inspections at Joes Crab Shack, the earliest from 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 12, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around six violations per visit versus roughly two violations earlier in the record.
Across the inspection history, “ice buildup in walk-in freezer” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
Compared to other Destin restaurants (averaging 90), there's room to close the gap. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 12, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Michael Mccalip issued 5-8-19.
53A-03-7
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/. Manager Joshua Vorke arrived on site during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
53A-05-6
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water thru out kitchen on floors that are in disrepair.
36-22-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair thru out the kitchen, cook line and in ware washing and prep areas. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Objectionable odors kitchen in front of walk in cooler doors of the establishment. Odor seems to be coming from under loose floor tiles with standing water.
36-64-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Corn on cob stored in walk in cooler and snow crab stored in walk in freezer. Manager covered corn with a tray and placed a lid over snow crab. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Walk in beer cooler floors with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-33-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Water leaking from faucet hose Bibb at splitter at mop sink. Cloth wrapped around splitter at leak.
29-11-4
58
Nov 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb on right side at mop sink.
29-34-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair through out kitchen, cook line and ware wash area. Manager stated repairs are in progress. **Corrective Action Taken**
36-17-5
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer at door and on floor. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Small amount of Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin on wall and near chute. Manager has employee draining ice and then will have employee clean machine. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
74
Aug 12, 2024
Complaint Full
5 minor violations.
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Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Walk in beer cooler floor rusted. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable in walk in beer cooler.
36-11-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Multiple Cutting boards have cut marks and are no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
78
Jul 1, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
78
Feb 1, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Small amount of soil on interior of ice machine chute. Manager cleaned soil from ice machine. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle stored in seasoned bread crumbs. Manager removed scoop and sent to warehouse washing area. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
90
Nov 30, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan guards in walk-in cooler with accumulation of dust.
23-03-4
95
Feb 7, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Marinara 128F ( 4:00-5:15). Employee reheated marinara to 177F. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Certified Food Manager or person in charge does not require employees to report illnesses and symptoms as required. Provided establishment with health reporting requirements. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-04-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding- drawers- raw chicken 44F, raw shrimp 47F, tilapia 52F (5:30-5:45). Employee placed ice under chicken, shrimp and tilapia. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Scrubber stored in hand wash sink. **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels near ware washing area.
31B-05-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Walk in cooler interior door panel in disrepair.
14-11-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water near ice machine and 4 compartment sink.
36-22-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In ware washing area missing 1 tile and multiple cracked tiles. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice build up in walk in freezer around door frame, floor and ceiling.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of trash can.
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. Back storage area near dumpster. Dishes are stored out there. **Repeat Violation**
35B-04-4
Basic - Perimeter walls and roofs do not effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. Dry storage area where dishes and pans are stored are subject to outside elements. Area walls and roof not sealed and dumpster is stored in lower area. **Repeat Violation**
35B-12-4
33
Oct 7, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
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Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Joes Crab Shack last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Joes Crab Shack on file is from Feb 12, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Joes Crab Shack?
Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in walk-in freezer” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Joes Crab Shack.
How does Joes Crab Shack compare to other restaurants in Destin?
Joes Crab Shack most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Destin average of 90.
Has Joes Crab Shack's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Joes Crab Shack have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Joes Crab Shack 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 Joes Crab Shack inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Joes Crab Shack is inspected around two times per year on average.
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