Crafty Crab in Miami Gardens

Last inspected:

18192 Nw 27 Ave, Miami Gardens, FL 33056

Part of: Crafty Crab Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Crafty Crab in Miami Gardens has accumulated 213 violations across 18 inspections, averaging 11.8 violations per inspection — more than double the Florida statewide average of 5.2. Employee health reporting violations appeared in 7 of the last 8 inspections, and handwashing and hand/arm washing violations recurred across multiple inspections from July 2024 through February 2026. High-priority violations have been consistent across the record, including management awareness (cited 4 times since October 2025), chemical storage (cited 4 times), food contact surface sanitation (cited in 7 of the last 8 inspections), and employee health policy violations. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $160 in fines. The most recent inspection on February 24, 2026 documented 22 violations including high-priority findings for management awareness, consumer advisory, parasite destruction, shell stock requirements, food condition, and proper hand and arm washing, with disposition of Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

18Inspections
213Violations
0Closures
$160in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Crafty Crab in Miami Gardens: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages

This Facility 11.8 violations / inspection 11.8 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg 6.7 violations / inspection 6.7 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg 0.13 closures / facility 0.13 county average

Crafty Crab in Miami Gardens: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $160.00

Disciplinary action history for Crafty Crab in Miami Gardens
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
1--2023023706 $160.00 Jan 23, 2023 Miami (Doral)

Crafty Crab in Miami Gardens: Full Inspection History — DBPR (18)

— 2 inspections26 violations · 15 high priority
— 1 inspection11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 6 inspections58 violations · 44 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— 2 inspections23 violations · 16 high priority
— 3 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection2 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

Crafty Crab in Miami Gardens: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Crafty Crab in Miami Gardens last inspected?
Crafty Crab in Miami Gardens was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 24, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Crafty Crab in Miami Gardens?
The most frequently cited violations at Crafty Crab in Miami Gardens are: Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing, Chemical properly stored.
How many health inspections has Crafty Crab in Miami Gardens had?
Crafty Crab in Miami Gardens has had 18 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 11.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Crafty Crab in Miami Gardens find?
Crafty Crab in Miami Gardens was most recently inspected on February 24, 2026 with 18 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Crafty Crab in Miami Gardens ever been shut down?
No, Crafty Crab in Miami Gardens has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
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.
Has Crafty Crab in Miami Gardens faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Crafty Crab in Miami Gardens has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
How much has Crafty Crab in Miami Gardens been fined?
Crafty Crab in Miami Gardens has been fined a total of $160.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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