Hidden Crab in Fernandina Beach

Last inspected:

942699 Old Nassauville Rd, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
Overview

Hidden Crab in Fernandina Beach has accumulated 228 violations across 33 inspections since 2017, averaging 6.9 per visit. The restaurant was shut down twice for rodent and roach activity, most recently in December 2024. In late 2025, inspectors issued a warning after finding 13 violations in a single inspection, followed by an administrative complaint callback in December for continued non-compliance.

Most recent closure: December 6, 2024 for roach & rodent activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

33Inspections
228Violations
2Closures
$1,200in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Hidden Crab in Fernandina Beach: Comparison to Nassau County Averages

This Facility 6.9 violations / inspection 6.9 violations per inspection
Nassau County Avg 6.36 violations / inspection 6.36 county average
This Facility 2 emergency closures 2 closures
Nassau County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

Hidden Crab in Fernandina Beach: Emergency Closure History (2)

Emergency closure history for Hidden Crab in Fernandina Beach
DateReasonReopened
Roach & rodent activity 08:22:00
Rodent activity 11:41:00

Hidden Crab in Fernandina Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)

Total fines on record: $1,200.00

Disciplinary action history for Hidden Crab in Fernandina Beach
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
5--2025014293 $400.00 Dec 6, 2024 Fort Lauderdale
5--2022056843 $400.00 Aug 17, 2022 Miami (Doral)
5--2019037495 $400.00 Jun 10, 2019 Miami (Doral)

Hidden Crab in Fernandina Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (33)

— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 3 inspections18 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— 2 inspections11 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— 4 inspections26 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 5 inspections24 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 7 inspections45 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 18 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— 4 inspections32 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued

Hidden Crab in Fernandina Beach: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hidden Crab in Fernandina Beach last inspected?
Hidden Crab in Fernandina Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 7, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
When was Hidden Crab in Fernandina Beach last shut down?
Hidden Crab in Fernandina Beach was last shut down on December 6, 2024 for roach & rodent 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 Hidden Crab in Fernandina Beach?
The most frequently cited violations at Hidden Crab in Fernandina Beach are: Single-use items, Proper sewage disposal, Consumer advisory.
How many health inspections has Hidden Crab in Fernandina Beach had?
Hidden Crab in Fernandina Beach has had 33 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Hidden Crab in Fernandina Beach find?
Hidden Crab in Fernandina Beach was most recently inspected on January 7, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Hidden Crab in Fernandina Beach ever been shut down?
Yes, Hidden Crab in Fernandina Beach has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
Has Hidden Crab in Fernandina Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Hidden Crab in Fernandina Beach has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,200.00 in fines.
How much has Hidden Crab in Fernandina Beach been fined?
Hidden Crab in Fernandina Beach has been fined a total of $1,200.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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