Mr Shark Crab Shack
Last inspected: Feb 17, 2026
61
Score
The health department has logged five inspections at Mr Shark Crab Shack, the earliest from 2025. On Feb 17, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around six violations per visit lately, up from roughly four violations before.
Across the inspection history, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
Mr Shark Crab Shack's latest score of 61 falls below the Jacksonville average of 74. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 17, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed missing vacuum breaker at hose bibb next to three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
29-34-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed 4 tags with no dates marking when last oyster was sold on top of reach in cooler near other oyster tags with dates.
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed multiple boxes of cooked food items prepared 3-4 days prior with no date marking in front reach in cooler in lobby.
02C-02-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up near doorway and on ceiling in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris build up on gaskets on reach in cooler doors near three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed multiple boxes of food items with no protective coverings stored in walk-in freezer.
08B-12-5
61
Dec 16, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 15, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed threaded hose bibb with attached hose missing vacuum breaker next to three compartment sink.
29-34-4
High Priority - Rodent burrow or rodent nesting materials present. Observed chew marks on corner of box of to-go lids with nesting materials within stored in back storage area with unused equipment and chemicals. **Warning**
35A-21-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed container of raw chicken stored over ready to eat cooked crab in standing reach in cooler in kitchen. Person in charge rearranged food items to proper storage levels.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed; approximately 100 rodent droppings in storage room at far corner of establishment near rear exit. Storage room contains unused equipment and some chemicals. Approximately 150 rodent droppings in hot water heat room near rear exit. Droppings observed on boxes of to-go box lids and along shelving. Approximately 50 rodent droppings along wall near rear exit of establishment. Approximately 50 rodent droppings in storage room opposite of unused equipment storage room at far end of establishment. Observed towels and chemicals in storage room. 5 rodent droppings on top of box of to-go boxes between storage room and got water heater room. Rodent droppings were cleaned by end of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
35A-04-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink next to three compartment sink. Person in charge provided paper towels. **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed mold like substance build up on walk-in cooler gasket. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed unlabeled container of white powdery substance stored on prep table near delivery window.
02D-01-5
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of to-go boxes stored on floor near walk-in freezer.
25-05-4
43
Aug 8, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw fish in standing reach in cooler near three compartment sink. Person in charge rearranged food items to proper storage levels. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed 3 raw shell eggs with cracks and holes in reach in cooler near restrooms. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
01B-14-4
Intermediate - Establishment advertised a specific fish on the menu/menu board but served another type of fish. Observed establishment selling Lane Snapper (Lutjanus synagris) and Yellowtail Snapper (Ocyurus chrysurus) with menu stating Red Snapper. Person in charge indicated both snappers used are for when Red Snapper is ordered. Person in charge was unaware of specifics of finfish substitutes and removed "Red" from menu. **Corrected On-Site** **Admin Complaint**
52-04-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink near three compartment sink. Person in charge provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
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. Observed 2 employees engaging in food preparation with no food handler certification. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed clear plastic containers stacked on top of each other with visible signs of moisture and unable to air dry stored above three compartment sink.
24-08-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed closed employee water bottle stored on prep table by expo window. Employee removed water bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on sliding reach in cooler and walk-in cooler doors.
23-03-4
47
Jan 6, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. Observed three cracked shell eggs with visible yolk stored on same flat as uncracked shell eggs. Person in charge voluntarily discarded entire flat before stop sale was issued. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-14-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw scallops stored over ready to eat hush puppies and onion rings. All food items removed from original commercial packaging. Person in charge rearranged food items to proper storage levels. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed two tags with no kill date. All tags were in chronological order held together by rubber bands. Person in charge marked dates on tags. **Corrected On-Site**
01C-03-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed clear plastic bowl with no handle used for scooping stored in garlic powder bin at end of front line. Person in charge removed plastic bowl. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles throughout kitchen area not smooth and easily cleanable.
36-37-5
Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Observed green dumpster at rear of establishment stored on grassy area. Person in charge confirmed dumpster belonged to establishment.
33-23-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed choking poster not posted. Person in charge posted choking poster. **Corrected On-Site**
51-13-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign in restroom person in charge stated was designated for employees. Instructor provided hand wash sign. **Corrective Action Taken**
31B-04-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee juice bottle stored in reach in cooler with seafood items at end of front line across from expo window. Person in charge removed beverage from cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
50
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mr Shark Crab Shack last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mr Shark Crab Shack on file is from Feb 17, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mr Shark Crab Shack?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Mr Shark Crab Shack.
How does Mr Shark Crab Shack compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?
Mr Shark Crab Shack most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Jacksonville average of 74.
Has Mr Shark Crab Shack's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Mr Shark Crab Shack have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Mr Shark 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.
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