CRAB DU JOUR

12295 Southwest 88th Street
Miami, Florida, 33186
Miami-Dade County County

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★☆☆☆ (2.3/5)
Based on 6 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

Inspection Date: 3/4/2025

  • 14-17-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves with rust accumulation. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-04: Observed walk in cooler shelves with rust accumulation. **Time Extended**
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary test kit for three compartment sink and no chlorine test kit for bar dish machine. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-04: Observed no quaternary test kit for three compartment sink and no chlorine test kit for bar dish machine. **Time Extended**

Inspection Date: 1/27/2025

  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bucket of soy sauce on floor near prep station. Operator removed from floor. Corrected On-Site
  • 10-14-5:Basic - Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Observed ice bucket on floor near ice machine. Operator removed immediately. Corrected On-Site
  • 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice spoon in standing water near front counter at 70F. Operator discarded water. Corrected On-Site
  • 14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves with rust accumulation.
  • 31A-04-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed hand wash sink removed from back prep area.
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary test kit for three compartment sink and no chlorine test kit for bar dish machine.
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink located near ice machine. Operator restocked. Corrected On-Site

Inspection Date: 8/1/2024

  • 22-20-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance inside ice machine in back storage area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-01: Observed black mold like substance inside ice machine in back storage area. **Time Extended**
  • 31B-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at hand wash sink in back prep area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-01: Observed no hand wash sign at hand wash sink in back prep area. **Time Extended**
  • 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled located across cook line. Observed hood filters soiled at the cook line. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-01: Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled located across cook line. Observed hood filters soiled at the cook line. **Time Extended**
  • 14-17-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves with rust accumulation. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-01: Observed walk in cooler shelves with rust accumulation. **Time Extended**
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary test kit for three compartment sink and no chlorine test kit for dish machine. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-01: Observed no quaternary test kit for three compartment sink and no chlorine test kit for dish machine. **Time Extended**

Inspection Date: 7/31/2024

  • 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance inside ice machine in back storage area.
  • 16-21-4:Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior of dish machine soiled.
  • 14-05-4:Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard used to line food contact shelves inside walk in cooler.
  • 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor at the warehouse washing area soiled. Observed floor inside walk in freezer soiled.
  • 10-17-4:Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife in between two reach in coolers. Operator removed immediately. Corrected On-Site
  • 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at hand wash sink in back prep area.
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled located across cook line. Observed hood filters soiled at the cook line.
  • 14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves with rust accumulation.
  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed cooked pasta underneath raw seafood inside reach in cooler in back prep area. Operator placed products in correct order. Corrected On-Site
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shrimp (51F - Cold Holding); fish (47F - Cold Holding); lobster tail (48F - Cold Holding); crab (50F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler located across cook line. As per operator, products have been there for about two hours. Operator placed items inside cooler for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 03B-01-6:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed steamed potatoes (125F - Hot Holding); corn (103F - Hot Holding) at steam table. As per operator, products have been there for about an hour. Operator began to reheat products to correct temperature. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 02A-04-4:Intermediate - 'Consumer advisory for raw or undercooked oysters not posted/provided in a conspicuous location. Observed sign for raw or undercooked oysters not posted in conspicuous spot.
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed kitchen utensils inside hand wash sink in back prep area. Operator removed immediately. Corrected On-Site
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary test kit for three compartment sink and no chlorine test kit for dish machine.
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink in back prep area.
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink in back prep area.
  • 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed two clear spray bottles containing cleaning product with no label at the bar area.

Inspection Date: 2/27/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8445627

  • 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machines with mold like substance located in back prep area.
  • 16-21-4:Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed Dish washing machine soiled on the outside.
  • 51-11-4:Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 tank at bar area not secured.
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler gasket soiled. Observed walk in cooler vents soiled.
  • 14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
  • 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed several wet wiping cloths throughout establishment not stored in quaternary sanitizing solution. Operator discarded cloths immediately. Corrected On-Site
  • 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several squeeze bottles of different sauces throughout kitchen not labeled. Operator began to label bottles. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 01C-03-4:Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed tags not marked with last date served.
  • 11-27-4:Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided form to operator. Operator printed out and posted. Corrected On-Site
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled near prep table. Observed soda nozzles at bar area soiled.
  • 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink near ice machine blocked off with ice scoop container. Operator removed immediately. Corrected On-Site
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for quaternary three compartment sink. Observed no chlorine chemical test kit for dish washer.
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink near ice machine in back. Operator restocked immediately.

Inspection Date: 7/14/2023

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8367646

  • 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled. Repeat Violation
  • 16-21-4:Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed DM soiled on outside.
  • 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic scoop containers in seasoning bucket. Manager threw away plastic cups. Repeat Violation
  • 51-11-4:Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. CO2 tank at bar not secured.
  • 32-12-5:Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed in handicap bathroom trash can with no cover.
  • 36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in preparation area and walk in cooler. Repeat Violation
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed containers of shrimp and potatoes on floor in walk in freezer. Repeat Violation
  • 14-42-4:Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Observed hood filter missing in hood system. Repeat Violation
  • 10-17-4:Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife in between reach in cooler and wall. Repeat Violation
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan covers in Walk in color soiled. Repeat Violation
  • 25-27-4:Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed straws in container not individually wrapped. Operator removed from bar.
  • 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed buckets of seasonings with no names. Repeat Violation
  • 10-05-5:High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in use utensils in dirty water next to rice cooker.
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at preparation refrigerated table cooked sausage (49F - Cold Holding); mussels (49F - Cold Holding) Out for about 30 minutes according to cook. Employee put bags with ice on top of food containers to rapid chill. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation
  • 03B-01-6:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at preparation table melted butter butter (86F - Hot Holding) Employee put butter on stove to heat up. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation
  • 29-34-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker by dish washing machine and splitter with no back flow device by mop sink.
  • 01C-03-4:Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed tags no marked with last date served.
  • 01C-02-4:Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. Observed tags not kept for 90 days only June and July 2023 available.
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed white cutting board at bar area soiled.
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed HWS in kitchen area being used as a dump sink. Observed HWS at bar being used as a dump sink.
  • 53A-05-6:Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed no certified manager present.
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen hand was sink no paper. Em provided paper. Corrected On-Site
  • 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing sanitizer with no label.

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Google Rating

★★★★☆ (4.4/5)
(844 reviews)

Price Level

$$

Opening Hours

Monday:12:00 – 11:00 PM
Tuesday:12:00 – 11:00 PM
Wednesday:12:00 – 11:00 PM
Thursday:12:00 – 11:00 PM
Friday:12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Saturday:12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Sunday:12:00 – 11:00 PM
✓ Currently Open

Features

✓ Bar
✓ Restaurant

Restaurant Features

Serves Beer
Serves Wine
Lunch
Dinner
Takeout
Delivery
Dine-in
Wheelchair Accessible
Last Enriched At: 5/14/2025

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