Crabbers in Sarasota
Last inspected:
4195 N Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL 34234Crabbers in Sarasota has accumulated 152 violations across 28 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.4 violations per visit. The facility has faced 4 disciplinary actions totaling $1,560 in fines, with the largest penalty reaching $800. Recent enforcement activity shows a pattern of repeated non-compliance: in September 2023 and January 2024, inspectors issued administrative complaints and warnings within days of failed inspections, and in October 2025 the restaurant received another warning with 11 violations before bringing compliance into line the next day.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Crabbers in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages
Crabbers in Sarasota: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)
Total fines on record: $1,560.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024048174 | $400.00 | Jul 18, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2023064412 | $200.00 | Sep 26, 2023 | Tampa | |
| 7--2018006270 | $800.00 | Jan 31, 2018 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2017021917 | $160.00 | Apr 11, 2017 | Miami (Doral) |
Crabbers in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)
— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections23 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections12 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections22 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Crabbers in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Crabbers in Sarasota last inspected?
- Crabbers in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 27, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Crabbers in Sarasota?
- The most frequently cited violations at Crabbers in Sarasota are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Crabbers in Sarasota had?
- Crabbers in Sarasota has had 29 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Crabbers in Sarasota find?
- Crabbers in Sarasota was most recently inspected on August 27, 2026 with 9 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Crabbers in Sarasota ever been shut down?
- No, Crabbers in Sarasota 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 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 V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?
- Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.
- Has Crabbers in Sarasota faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Crabbers in Sarasota has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,560.00 in fines.
- How much has Crabbers in Sarasota been fined?
- Crabbers in Sarasota has been fined a total of $1,560.00 across 4 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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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