Pinchers Crab Shack in Wesley Chapel
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28330 Paseo Dr Ste 185, Wesley Chapel, FL 33543Pinchers Crab Shack in Wesley Chapel operated under Risk Level 2 with 203 seats and accumulated 178 violations across 24 inspections between 2016 and February 2026, averaging 7.4 violations per inspection—significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility was emergency-closed on August 23, 2023 for fly activity and complied with the closure order in a callback inspection the following day. A disciplinary action resulted in $400 in fines. Management awareness violations appeared repeatedly across inspections, including the most recent inspection on February 9, 2026. Other recurring findings included employee health policy violations, food contact surface violations, and proper cooking temperature issues. The facility also had a fire safety violation documented in 2015 involving improper propane tank storage inside the building. The most recent inspection on February 9, 2026 was completed with no further action required.
Most recent closure: August 23, 2023 for fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Pinchers Crab Shack in Wesley Chapel: Comparison to Pasco County Averages
Pinchers Crab Shack in Wesley Chapel: Emergency Closure History (1)
Pinchers Crab Shack in Wesley Chapel: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2023056688 | $400.00 | Aug 23, 2023 | Miami (Doral) |
Pinchers Crab Shack in Wesley Chapel: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Pinchers Crab Shack in Wesley Chapel: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection11 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections17 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections31 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 19 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections24 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections18 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Pinchers Crab Shack in Wesley Chapel: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Pinchers Crab Shack in Wesley Chapel last inspected?
- Pinchers Crab Shack in Wesley Chapel was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 9, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Pinchers Crab Shack in Wesley Chapel last shut down?
- Pinchers Crab Shack in Wesley Chapel was last shut down on August 23, 2023 for fly 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 Pinchers Crab Shack in Wesley Chapel?
- The most frequently cited violations at Pinchers Crab Shack in Wesley Chapel are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Proper sewage disposal.
- How many health inspections has Pinchers Crab Shack in Wesley Chapel had?
- Pinchers Crab Shack in Wesley Chapel has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Pinchers Crab Shack in Wesley Chapel find?
- Pinchers Crab Shack in Wesley Chapel was most recently inspected on February 9, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Pinchers Crab Shack in Wesley Chapel ever been shut down?
- Yes, Pinchers Crab Shack in Wesley Chapel has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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.
- Has Pinchers Crab Shack in Wesley Chapel had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Pinchers Crab Shack in Wesley Chapel has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Pinchers Crab Shack in Wesley Chapel faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Pinchers Crab Shack in Wesley Chapel has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Pinchers Crab Shack in Wesley Chapel been fined?
- Pinchers Crab Shack in Wesley Chapel has been fined a total of $400.00 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).
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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