Lewey's Crabs

8779 103 Street, Jacksonville, FL 32210

Seafood

Last inspected: Apr 10, 2023

Score

Medium Risk

The inspection history at Lewey's Crabs is still short, with only two visits logged. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 10, 2023. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical. Lewey's Crabs's record stops at Apr 10, 2023, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around six violations compared to roughly 12 violations earlier on.

“Reuse of single-service or single-use articles” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Compared to other Jacksonville restaurants (averaging 74), there's room to close the gap. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 10, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach-in cooler, raw turkey necks stored over cooked wings. Operator moved wings to top shelf. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

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. Emailed operator DBPR form 5030-104.

11-27-4

Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Operator uses chlorine sanitizer, has quat test strips. Operator ordered for today's delivery.

16-32-5

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. Operator has DBPR 5030-103.

11-26-1

Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Employee reusing raw chicken boxes for chicken wings. Moved to plastic tub. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

25-32-4

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.

51-13-4

Jul 27, 2022

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.

View 12 violations

High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Employee washed and rinsed plastic container and sifter, no sanitizer used.

22-45-4

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Three chemical bottles stored on shelf of flip top reach-in cooler. Employee moved to chemical storage. **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

Intermediate - Establishment conducts non-continuous cooking of raw animal foods without written procedures approved by the division. Employee stated he cooks chicken wings 80%, no procedure available. Owner arrived and after explaining proper procedures he stated they will fully cook chicken wings before cooling. **Corrected On-Site**

03C-89-4

Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Employee reusing raw chicken boxes for chicken wings. Moved to plastic tub. **Corrected On-Site**

25-32-4

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Double door reach-in cooler has standing water in bottom. **Repeat Violation**

29-49-6

Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Hood system has grease build up near bottom rail.

36-50-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk sugar container not labeled.

02D-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. In bulk sugar container, measuring cup handle touching product.

10-01-5

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor behind fryers has build up of food debris.

36-73-4

Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Floor in box truck made of unsealed wood with scrapes and divots. Also, back wall in box truck is unsealed wood.

36-12-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Bulk sugar container on floor. Employee moved to shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

08B-38-4

Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Door to unit missing door closer **Repeat Violation**

35B-03-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Lewey's Crabs last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Lewey's Crabs on file is from Apr 10, 2023. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Lewey's Crabs?

Across the inspection record, “reuse of single-service or single-use articles” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Lewey's Crabs.

How does Lewey's Crabs compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?

Lewey's Crabs most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Jacksonville average of 74.

Has Lewey's Crabs' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Lewey's Crabs have averaged around six violations per visit, down from roughly 12 earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Lewey's Crabs means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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