Crafty Crab in Miami Gardens
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18192 Nw 27 Ave, Miami Gardens, FL 33056Part of: Crafty Crab Florida health inspections, violations & closures
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.
Crafty Crab in Miami Gardens: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
Crafty Crab in Miami Gardens: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $160.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement 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
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 15 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 6 inspections58 violations · 44 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections23 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection2 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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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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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