Chili Crab in Boca Raton
Last inspected:
1198 N Dixie Hwy, Boca Raton, FL 33432Chili Crab in Boca Raton has accumulated 157 violations across 30 inspections since 2017, averaging 5.2 per visit. The facility was shut down five times for roach and fly activity. Recent enforcement patterns show intensifying violations: September 2025 inspectors found 12 violations with six high-priority citations, followed by an administrative complaint in January 2026 documenting nine violations with four high-priority items. The facility has faced seven disciplinary actions totaling $4,720 in fines.
Most recent closure: September 11, 2024 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Chili Crab in Boca Raton: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages
This Facility
5.2
violations / inspection
5.2 violations per inspection
Palm Beach County Avg
3.77
violations / inspection
3.77 county average
This Facility
5
emergency closures
5 closures
Palm Beach County Avg
0.24
closures / facility
0.24 county average
Chili Crab in Boca Raton: Emergency Closure History (5)
Chili Crab in Boca Raton: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (7)
Total fines on record: $4,720.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025004086 | $800.00 | Nov 12, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2024053229 | $800.00 | Sep 11, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2023059183 | $800.00 | Oct 17, 2023 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2019060037 | $720.00 | Nov 19, 2019 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2019059512 | $1,200.00 | Nov 20, 2019 | Jacksonville | |
| 2--2020051575 | $400.00 | Oct 30, 2020 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2022039873 | — | N/A | — |
Chili Crab in Boca Raton: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections21 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 4 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 7 inspections18 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 6 inspections19 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
Chili Crab in Boca Raton: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Chili Crab in Boca Raton last inspected?
- Chili Crab in Boca Raton was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 28, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- When was Chili Crab in Boca Raton last shut down?
- Chili Crab in Boca Raton was last shut down on September 11, 2024 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Chili Crab in Boca Raton?
- The most frequently cited violations at Chili Crab in Boca Raton are: Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils, Toilet facilities.
- How many health inspections has Chili Crab in Boca Raton had?
- Chili Crab in Boca Raton has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.2 violations per inspection, matching the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Chili Crab in Boca Raton find?
- Chili Crab in Boca Raton was most recently inspected on January 28, 2026 with 9 violation(s), including 4 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Chili Crab in Boca Raton ever been shut down?
- Yes, Chili Crab in Boca Raton has been emergency-closed 5 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- Has Chili Crab in Boca Raton faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Chili Crab in Boca Raton has 7 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $4,720.00 in fines.
- How much has Chili Crab in Boca Raton been fined?
- Chili Crab in Boca Raton has been fined a total of $4,720.00 across 7 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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