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Rod's Crab Shack

1301 Monument Rd #13, Jacksonville, FL 32225
Seafood
Last inspected: Jan 22, 2026
70
Score
Medium Risk

Inspectors have visited Rod's Crab Shack nine times, with records going back to 2022. On Jan 22, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.

“Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

By comparison, the average Jacksonville facility scores 74, putting Rod's Crab Shack on the weaker side. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 22, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shrimp over limes and potatoes, moved to store correctly **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot water heater unplugged, plugged in hot water heater 85f at handsink **Corrected On-Site**
27-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles stored in toilet room/locker room/garbage room/mechanical room. Togo containers stored on shelf in restrooms, moved to store in dry storage area in kitchen **Corrected On-Site**
25-18-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Brussels of oyster on floor of walk in cooler
08B-47-4
70
Sep 9, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Seafood salad with 8-31 date, manager states just made
16-46-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-6
90
Feb 26, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
61
Sep 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. In reach in freezer thank you Togo bags full of chicken
14-31-5
Intermediate - Clams/mussels/oysters tag removed from original container prior to container being emptied. Display oysters in glass case no tag for that batch
01C-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Upper area of ice machine
22-02-4
Intermediate - No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing. Establishment uses chlorine but non on site, states manager is bringing, available employees wasn't aware on location **Corrective Action Taken**
22-38-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Chicken thawing at room temperature on back prep area.
06-01-5
Basic - A minimum of one bathroom facility is not available for public use. Employee on duty states it's for employees only. Sign on door states it's employees storage only.
32-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Personal drink on back prep table where can opener is stored
12B-07-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Case of shrimp on floor of walk freezer floor. Moved to shelf **Corrected On-Site**
08B-47-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Some glass bulbs
38-07-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Case of lids stored on floor behind heat warmer display
25-05-4
47
Jun 6, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employees foods and bag over restaurant food in walk in cooler. Moved by manager. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
95
Mar 25, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 14, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
45
Mar 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
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. No written plan for cleanup of bodily functions. Emailed written plan for operator to print and file.
11-27-4
90
Sep 21, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food Properly Stored/Protected
FL-48
61

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Rod's Crab Shack last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Rod's Crab Shack on file is from Jan 22, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Rod's Crab Shack?

Across the inspection record, “food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Rod's Crab Shack.

How does Rod's Crab Shack compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?

Rod's Crab Shack most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Jacksonville average of 74.

Has Rod's Crab Shack's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Rod's Crab Shack have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Rod's 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 Rod's Crab Shack inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Rod's Crab Shack is inspected around three times per year on average.

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