Krunchy Krab

1142 Texas Ave, Lakeland, FL 33805
Seafood
Last inspected: Feb 12, 2026
70
Score
Medium Risk

Public records show eight inspections at Krunchy Krab stretching back to 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 12, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

Looking across the full record, “interior of oven/microwave has accumulation” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

Compared to other Lakeland restaurants (averaging 85), there's room to close the gap. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 12, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 2/01/26
50-17-3
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Storing in gloves in sink. Operator moved gloves. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. 3 bags of potatoes on floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
70
Jul 11, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Lots of debris behind reachin cooler on floor.
36-73-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
90
Feb 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
90
Nov 15, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
90
Jan 18, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Food stored in a prohibited area. Covered Pan of oil in bathroom. operator removed oil. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-37-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Bag of potatoes. Operator moved potatoes. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
90
Sep 15, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.with food debris
22-08-4
95
Feb 9, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener
22-02-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
86
Jan 17, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Krunchy Krab last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Krunchy Krab on file is from Feb 12, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Krunchy Krab?

Across the inspection record, “interior of oven/microwave has accumulation” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Krunchy Krab.

How does Krunchy Krab compare to other restaurants in Lakeland?

Krunchy Krab most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Lakeland average of 85.

Has Krunchy Krab's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Krunchy Krab have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Krunchy Krab 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 Krunchy Krab inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Krunchy Krab is inspected around three times per year on average.