Joe's Crab Shack in Fort Myers
Last inspected:
2024 W First St, Fort Myers, FL 33901Joe's Crab Shack in Fort Myers has averaged 4.3 violations per inspection across 24 inspections since 2021, below the Florida statewide average of 5.2, with no emergency closures on record. Shell stock handling violations appeared in 4 inspections, and approved food source violations in 3 inspections. A single disciplinary action resulted in a $200 fine. The facility's most recent inspection on January 16, 2025 found 2 basic violations involving approved food source and food contact surfaces; the inspection was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Joe's Crab Shack in Fort Myers: Comparison to Lee County Averages
Joe's Crab Shack in Fort Myers: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2021004809 | $200.00 | Jan 5, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
Joe's Crab Shack in Fort Myers: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 6 inspections28 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections10 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Joe's Crab Shack in Fort Myers: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Joe's Crab Shack in Fort Myers last inspected?
- Joe's Crab Shack in Fort Myers was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 16, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Joe's Crab Shack in Fort Myers?
- The most frequently cited violations at Joe's Crab Shack in Fort Myers are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Joe's Crab Shack in Fort Myers had?
- Joe's Crab Shack in Fort Myers has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.3 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Joe's Crab Shack in Fort Myers find?
- Joe's Crab Shack in Fort Myers was most recently inspected on January 16, 2025 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Joe's Crab Shack in Fort Myers ever been shut down?
- No, Joe's Crab Shack in Fort Myers has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- 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.
- Has Joe's Crab Shack in Fort Myers faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Joe's Crab Shack in Fort Myers has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Joe's Crab Shack in Fort Myers been fined?
- Joe's Crab Shack in Fort Myers has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 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.
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