Hungry Crab in Orlando
Last inspected:
11726 E Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL 32817Hungry Crab in Orlando has accumulated 439 violations across 37 inspections since 2016, averaging 11.9 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for roach activity and has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $3,300 in fines. Fire inspections documented a locked exit door taped shut on the north side. The restaurant's top recurring violations involve hand washing, food contact surfaces, and ventilation, with recent inspections in 2025 showing persistent high-priority citations.
Most recent closure: August 7, 2018 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Hungry Crab in Orlando: Comparison to Orange County Averages
This Facility
11.9
violations / inspection
11.9 violations per inspection
Orange County Avg
5.9
violations / inspection
5.9 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Orange County Avg
0.12
closures / facility
0.12 county average
Hungry Crab in Orlando: Emergency Closure History (2)
Hungry Crab in Orlando: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $3,300.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2018043134 | $1,200.00 | Aug 9, 2018 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 4--2017057425 | $1,300.00 | Nov 7, 2017 | Orlando | |
| 4--2016021546 | $800.00 | Apr 19, 2016 | Fort Lauderdale |
Hungry Crab in Orlando: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 46-04-4 · Emergency order recommended
Inspector Observation: Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only. Exit door to the north side is taped shut
Legal Basis: Reporting: Means of access, including entrances, halls, and stairways, must permit unobstructed travel at all times and shall be clean, ventilated and well-lighted day and night. Hall and stair runners shall be kept in good condition. Railways, as defined in 61C-1.001(23), F.A.C., shall be installed on all stairways and around all porches and steps. For reporting purposes only.
Hungry Crab in Orlando: Full Inspection History — DBPR (37)
— 1 inspection12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections35 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections19 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections23 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections25 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 5 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections34 violations · 17 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 7 inspections55 violations · 33 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections40 violations · 26 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (12 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 20 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Hungry Crab in Orlando: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Hungry Crab in Orlando last inspected?
- Hungry Crab in Orlando was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 3, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Hungry Crab in Orlando last shut down?
- Hungry Crab in Orlando was last shut down on August 7, 2018 for roach 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 Hungry Crab in Orlando?
- The most frequently cited violations at Hungry Crab in Orlando are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Hungry Crab in Orlando had?
- Hungry Crab in Orlando has had 37 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 11.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Hungry Crab in Orlando find?
- Hungry Crab in Orlando was most recently inspected on March 3, 2026 with 16 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Hungry Crab in Orlando ever been shut down?
- Yes, Hungry Crab in Orlando has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- 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 Hungry Crab in Orlando had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Hungry Crab in Orlando has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Hungry Crab in Orlando faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Hungry Crab in Orlando has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $3,300.00 in fines.
- How much has Hungry Crab in Orlando been fined?
- Hungry Crab in Orlando has been fined a total of $3,300.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Hungry Crab in Orlando operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Giant Panda (2018).
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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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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