Crazy Crab House
Last inspected: Mar 21, 2025
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Score
Across the available record, Crazy Crab House has four inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent visit was on Mar 21, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around five violations across recent inspections versus roughly nine violations before.
“Non-food contact surfaces clean” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
Crazy Crab House's latest score of 78 sits above the Philadelphia average of 72. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Critical latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 21, 2025
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: - Couple working bulk food ingredient storage containers are not labeled with the common name of the food in the storage area. New Violation.
46.422
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: Moist wiping cloths observed lying on 3 bay sink and not stored in sanitizing solution. New Violation.
46.304
In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Common bowls or food containers observed without handles in direct contact with bulk food ingredients (flour). New Violation.
46.302
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: - Plastic crates observed being used for food elevation in the cooking area.
46.522
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: - Unpainted walls observed in the restroom and storage area. New Violation.
46.921
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Feb 19, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
Proper date marking & disposition
Inspector notes: No dates observed on food (marinated meats, shrimp, fried chicken) inside the reach-in refrigerator and walk-in cooler. *Sanitarian advised the person in charge to provide dates for the food. New Violation.
46.385(b)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: -The chlorine concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3 bay ware wash sink was greater than 100 ppm, rather than 50-100 ppm as stated on the manufacturer’s use direction. *PIC initiated corrective action and lowered concentration to 50 ppm.
46.731
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of rodent (mouse droppings) activity observed on the floor in the storage area. New Violation.
46.981(k)(l)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: Boxes with oil observed stored on the floor in the rear area. New Violation.
46.321
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: -Observed plastic soda crates are used to elevate items in food prep area. -Aluminum foil lining on the bottom shelving of the prep table.
46.522
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Ice accumulation observed inside the reach-in freezer.
46.714
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: - Loose faucet observed in the restroom area. New Violation.
46.825(b)-(e)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: - Damaged ceiling observed in the restroom area. - Peeling paint observed in the rear area. - Cracked ceiling observed in the storage area. New Violation.
46.901
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Insufficient lighting observed in the restroom area.
46.943
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Sep 12, 2023
Reinspection
2 critical violations. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Food separated & protected
Inspector notes: Chicken and squids were being thawed inside the 3 basin sink rather than the prep sink with running water. New Violation.
46.301
Food in good condition, safe, & unadulterated
Inspector notes: Visible evidence of flies in food prep area. **Flies observed in a bowl of cooked potatoes. New Violation.
46.201
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Front entrance door in the food facility does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals. **Flies were observed in facility as a result of the opened door.
46.922(e)(f)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Observations: -Loose door handle on the reach in freezer unit. -Rear storage door is damaged. -Cold prep fridge is not maintaining temperature; mussels 52.6 degrees F, Crawfish 47.6 degrees F.
46.671
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: Food debris observed inside the manual warewashing sink.
46.674(a)-(c)
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Mop sink needs deep cleaning.
46.714
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: -Observed water damaged ceiling surface in restroom area.
46.981(b)(i)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Maintenance tools were stored on the floor. New Violation.
46.981(e)(m)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed grease accumulation on wok area.
46.981(d)
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Jul 12, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 10 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 11 violations
Hands clean & properly washed
Inspector notes: Cold water was not readily available in the restroom area. New Violation.
46.131
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Front entrance door in the food facility does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals. New Violation.
46.922(e)(f)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Pan of chicken in the walk in cooler is not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. **It was placed on a rack.
46.321
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Observations: -Loose door handle on the reach in freezer in the prep area. -Rear storage door is damaged. New Violation.
46.671
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: Dirt observed inside the manual warewashing sink. New Violation.
46.674(a)-(c)
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Mop sink needs deep cleaning. New Violation.
46.714
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: Cold water was not readily available in the restroom area. New Violation.
46.805
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observations: -Cold water not readily available in the restroom area due to plumbing issue. -Faucet drip on the handsink faucet in the restroom area. New Violation.
46.822
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: -Observed water damaged ceiling in restroom area. -Vent accumulation in the restroom has dirt accumulation. New Violation.
46.981(b)(i)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Water damaged ceiling wall surface observed in the rear area. New Violation.
46.921
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed grease accumulation on the hood filters and the ansil system. New Violation.
46.981(d)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Crazy Crab House last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Crazy Crab House on file is from Mar 21, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Crazy Crab House?
Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surfaces clean” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Crazy Crab House.
Has Crazy Crab House's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Crazy Crab House have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Crazy Crab House means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Crazy Crab House inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Crazy Crab House is inspected around two times per year on average.
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