Yummy Crab

300 Front St 2 Fl, Key West, FL 33040

Seafood

Last inspected: Mar 3, 2026

Score

High Risk

Public records show five inspections at Yummy Crab stretching back to 2023. Yummy Crab was last inspected on Mar 3, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around four violations to closer to 14 violations per visit.

That's lower than the typical Key West restaurant, which scores around 74. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 3, 2026

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 7 minor violations.

View 14 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used

FL-32

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Aug 18, 2025

Routine - Food

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

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Feb 26, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Apr 16, 2024

Routine - Food

7 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Basic - Ceiling//vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Kitchen.

36-34-5

Basic - Exhaust/ventilation hood system not designed to prevent grease or condensation from dripping onto food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.

36-63-4

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.

35B-01-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.

14-69-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Kitchen.

31B-04-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fans walk in cooler.

23-03-4

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen raw chicken directly inside three compartment sink. Observed operator stored inside plastic container under running water. **Corrective Action Taken**

06-01-5

Feb 21, 2023

Routine - Food

4 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning**

05-08-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed metal pan and utensils being stored in hand washing sink located in kitchen area. **Warning**

31A-09-4

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. **Warning**

53B-01-5

Intermediate - Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Emailed to operator. **Warning**

02A-01-4

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle being stored white rice. Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

14-01-5

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Water 79°F and located next to rice cooker. **Warning**

10-07-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Yummy Crab last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Yummy Crab on file is from Mar 3, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does Yummy Crab compare to other restaurants in Key West?

Yummy Crab most recently scored 25 out of 100, which is lower than the Key West average of 74.

Has Yummy Crab's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Yummy Crab have averaged around 14 violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Yummy Crab means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Yummy Crab inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Yummy Crab is inspected around two times per year on average.

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