Juicy Crab House
Last inspected: Jan 26, 2026
64
Score
The health department has logged eight inspections at Juicy Crab House, the earliest from 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 26, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.
“Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
That's lower than the typical Crestview restaurant, which scores around 98. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
8
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 26, 2026
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged: observed raw chicken on sheet pans on a speed rack over raw beef on a sheet pan over shrimp on sheet pans. General Manager rearranged everything for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature: observed raw chicken in pan over raw fish in pan on shelf in walk-in cooler. General Manager rearranged for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food: observed plastic containers in bins of rice, sugar, panko, and cornstarch. General Manager removed the containers. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container: observed scoop handles in bins of rice, sugar, and panko touching the products. General Manager stood the scoops so the handles were in an upright position and not touching the food products. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles: observed a bucket with cleaning supplies sitting on a shelf over pan liners. General Manager moved the bucket to another area. **Corrected On-Site**
42-03-5
64
Jul 23, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Pesticide use not in accordance with manufacturer's directions: observed fly strips in kitchen over food prep tables. Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-20-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times: hand-wash sink next to dish machine has a dirty pan on it and two scrub brushes in it. Employee removed during the inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink: hand wash sink in kitchen by the dish machine does not have paper towels. Employee replaced during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food: establishment uses sushi rice and does not have the Time as a Public Health Control paperwork filled in. Rice less than 4 hours old. No Stop Sale issued.
03F-10-5
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served: observed tags from the months of April and June without dates.
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance, slime, or other debris: observed employee walking on food prep tables to remove fly strips that were hanging over the tables. General Manager had employee wash, rinse, and sanitize the tables. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Single-service items for customer self-service not properly protected to prevent contamination: observed spoons on the buffet not inverted.
25-09-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin: observed center ice machine shield is dirty.
22-20-5
47
May 29, 2025
Complaint Partial
3 major violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served: tags for fresh oysters have not been dated with the date of the last oyster served. Educated the General Manager on the proper procedures.
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification: the General Manager states the Owner/Operator has the training certificates at his home. **Warning**
53A-01-7
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: the General Manager states the Owner/Operator has the training certificates at his home. **Warning**
53B-01-5
74
Apr 16, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jan 3, 2024
Complaint Full
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used as scoop for spices nesting in spice container. Employee removed bowl during inspection. **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice scoop stored in standing water near rice cooker. Employee moved scoop to dishwasher area to clean. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Dumpster lids at back of parking lot open. **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
86
Sep 5, 2023
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
52
Feb 14, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served: - four in pan of approximately fifty with no date mark.
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Container of raw pre-shucked clams/mussels/oysters does not have a proper label: - 11 trays of shucked oysters in walk-in cooler do not have the tag with them. Cook knew which tag it was in the pan of tags and placed it with them. **Corrected On-Site**
01C-04-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food: - plastic container used as scoop in rice. Employee removed from the rice. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice: - east end ice bin had scoop handle in the ice. Inspector gave corrective information to employee who washed her hands and removed the scoop from the ice. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment: - knife between table and make-line on the cook's line. Duty manager explained to cook that you cannot do it. Cook removed knife. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container: - measuring cups used as scoops in rice, salt, and various seasonings in back dry storage room had several of them with the handles down in the seasonings and rice. Employee turned the handles up. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit: - rice scoop in standing water measuring 66° F. Shift manager removed, dumped out the water, cleaned the container and scoop, and placed back in position next to the rice warmer without water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
64
Nov 2, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Juicy Crab House last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Juicy Crab House on file is from Jan 26, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Juicy Crab House?
Across the inspection record, “bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Juicy Crab House.
How does Juicy Crab House compare to other restaurants in Crestview?
Juicy Crab House most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Crestview average of 98.
Has Juicy Crab House's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Juicy Crab House have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Juicy 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 Juicy Crab House inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Juicy Crab House is inspected around two times per year on average.
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