Crafty Crab in Margate
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5379 W Atlantic Ave, Margate, FL 33063Part of: Crafty Crab Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Crafty Crab in Margate has accumulated 132 violations across 17 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.8 violations per inspection — significantly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced emergency closures. High-priority violations have been recurrent, particularly hand-washing violations cited in at least 8 inspections, employee health reporting violations in 5 inspections, and management awareness failures in 6 inspections. Disciplinary actions totaling $400 in fines were issued. A complaint inspection on February 20, 2026 documented 16 violations including high-priority hand-washing and employee health reporting violations, resulting in an administrative complaint recommendation. The facility returned to compliance the following day on February 21, 2026 with a Call Back - Complied disposition.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Crafty Crab in Margate: Comparison to Broward County Averages
Crafty Crab in Margate: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2026027621 | $400.00 | Feb 20, 2026 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2024006079 | $200.00 | Jan 19, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2024007149 | $200.00 | Jan 19, 2024 | Miami (Doral) |
Crafty Crab in Margate: Full Inspection History — DBPR (18)
— 5 inspections22 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections25 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections21 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Crafty Crab in Margate: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Crafty Crab in Margate last inspected?
- Crafty Crab in Margate was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 24, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Crafty Crab in Margate?
- The most frequently cited violations at Crafty Crab in Margate are: Proper hand/arm washing, Management awareness, Approved food source.
- How many health inspections has Crafty Crab in Margate had?
- Crafty Crab in Margate has had 18 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Crafty Crab in Margate find?
- Crafty Crab in Margate was most recently inspected on August 24, 2026 with 11 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Crafty Crab in Margate ever been shut down?
- No, Crafty Crab in Margate has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V11 (Food in good condition) mean?
- Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- Has Crafty Crab in Margate faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Crafty Crab in Margate has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
- How much has Crafty Crab in Margate been fined?
- Crafty Crab in Margate has been fined a total of $800.00 across 3 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).
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