Crab Shack in St Petersburg
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11400 N Gandy Blvd, St Petersburg, FL 337021908Crab Shack in St. Petersburg has been emergency-closed once for rodent activity, on February 9, 2023. Over 33 inspections spanning multiple years, the facility accumulated 419 violations, averaging 12.7 per inspection — more than double Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been chronic: management awareness failures, handwashing facility deficiencies, chemical storage violations, and food contact surface issues appeared repeatedly across inspections. Employee health policy violations, including improper health reporting and sick worker protocols, were documented in multiple inspections. The facility has incurred $1,000 in disciplinary fines from two formal actions by the state.
The most recent inspection on February 11, 2026 yielded 30 violations including two high-priority findings (management awareness and food contact surfaces), resulting in an administrative complaint being recommended — the most serious disposition available short of emergency closure. Prior inspections through 2025 showed inconsistent compliance: a May 2025 inspection resulted in a callback for compliance after seven violations were found, while a March 2025 routine inspection prompted a formal warning after 11 violations including high-priority management and chemical storage issues. This pattern of frequent violations, episodic enforcement escalations, and a prior emergency closure for rodent activity reflects persistent operational deficiencies at this facility.
Most recent closure: February 9, 2023 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Crab Shack in St Petersburg: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
Crab Shack in St Petersburg: Emergency Closure History (1)
Crab Shack in St Petersburg: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,000.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2023011799 | $800.00 | Feb 9, 2023 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2021021398 | $200.00 | Feb 22, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
Crab Shack in St Petersburg: Full Inspection History — DBPR (35)
— 3 inspections17 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections22 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections22 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections44 violations · 30 high priority
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 1 inspection12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 6 inspections51 violations · 30 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 3 inspections22 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections27 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 7 inspections63 violations · 34 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 17 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Crab Shack in St Petersburg: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Crab Shack in St Petersburg last inspected?
- Crab Shack in St Petersburg was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 28, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Crab Shack in St Petersburg last shut down?
- Crab Shack in St Petersburg was last shut down on February 9, 2023 for rodent 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 Crab Shack in St Petersburg?
- The most frequently cited violations at Crab Shack in St Petersburg are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Crab Shack in St Petersburg had?
- Crab Shack in St Petersburg has had 35 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 12.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Crab Shack in St Petersburg find?
- Crab Shack in St Petersburg was most recently inspected on July 28, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Crab Shack in St Petersburg ever been shut down?
- Yes, Crab Shack in St Petersburg has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- Has Crab Shack in St Petersburg faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Crab Shack in St Petersburg has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,000.00 in fines.
- How much has Crab Shack in St Petersburg been fined?
- Crab Shack in St Petersburg has been fined a total of $1,000.00 across 2 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.
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