The Juicy Crab
Last inspected: Apr 30, 2026
64
Score
The health department has logged six inspections at The Juicy Crab, the earliest from 2024. The Juicy Crab was last inspected on Apr 30, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.
“Food separated and protected” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
The Juicy Crab's latest score of 64 falls below the Newnan average of 86. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 30, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
4-1A - food separated and protected
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw foods prepared on same food prep surface as ready-to-eat surfaces, raw fish next to raw chicken. Ready to eat foods removed and discarded during inspection raw meats separated by space and moved to be stored during inspection.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
12D - washing fruits and vegetables
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw fish thawing in vegetable prep sink. Raw fish removed and sink will be washed rinsed and sanitized before use of RTE food or vegetables.
511-6-1.04(4)(g)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed sanitizing solution at dishwashing machine not reaching required safe sanitizing parameters for chlorine sanitizing solution. Will use three compartment sink until corrected,
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
11C - approved thawing methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed fish thawing in standing water, and other fish/seafood thawing on top of counter tops. Fish/seafood moved to walk-in-cooler to finish thawing.
511-6-1.04(6)(c)
11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: Observed corn on the cob cooling in bulk food containers with lid on top of container. All containers of corn discarded during inspection.
511-6-1.04(6)(e)
64
Dec 1, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Inspector notes: Observed Shrimps and oysters stored in still water in prep top cooler.
511-6-1.04(4)(u)
86
Jun 20, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed black buildup in tea canister nozzles. Nozzles should be cleaned at a frequency to prevent buildup.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: o
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple stacks of single serve cups and lids stored with food contact surface exposed. Single serve items should be stored so contact with food surface is prevented. Items relocated during inspection.
511-6-1.05(10)(g)(1)
4-2A - food stored covered
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple containers stored uncovered during inspection, including lobster sauce in reach-in cooler. Food shall be stored covered in order to prevent contamination. Containers covered during inspection.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee cell phone, bag, and keys stored on food prep surface during inspection. Employee items should be stored in a separate area in order to prevent contamination. Items relocated during inspection.
511-6-1.07(5)(j)
70
Jan 16, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed black build up on inside white panel of ice machine. Advised PIC to clean at a frequency to minimize accumulation.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed leak under three compartment sink.
511-6-1.06(2)(r)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed clean utensils stored with food/lip contact surface exposed. PIC positioned utensils properly during inspection.
511-6-1.05(10)(g)
82
Aug 1, 2024
Routine
4 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
4-2A - food stored covered
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple containers of food stored uncovered including mozzarella sticks in reach-in freezer and pickles and lobster sauce in reach-in cooler. PIC covered containers during inspection.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed ice buildup in walk-in freezer, coming into contact with box of consumer food. PIC opened box and no contamination observed. Box relocated and tray placed to collect water and ice to prevent food contamination.
511-6-1.04(4)(i)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed dust pan laying on unopened bag of sugar during inspection. Dust pan relocated to proper location during inspection.
511-6-1.04(4)(z)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee drink stored on shelf above prep top surface in main kitchen. PIC relocated drink during inspection.
511-6-1.07(5)(j)
82
Feb 26, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels at handwash sinks throughout establishment. Truck arrived and paper towels refilled during inspection.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee belongings stored above food prep surface in main kitchen. Items moved to designated area during inspection.
511-6-1.07(5)(j)
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Juicy Crab last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Juicy Crab on file is from Apr 30, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Juicy Crab?
Across the inspection record, “food separated and protected” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at The Juicy Crab.
How does The Juicy Crab compare to other restaurants in Newnan?
The Juicy Crab most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Newnan average of 86.
Has The Juicy Crab's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Juicy Crab have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at The Juicy Crab 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 The Juicy Crab inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Juicy Crab is inspected around three times per year on average.
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