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SUBMARINE CRAB

159 N HIATUS RD · PEMBROKE PINES · Broward County · FL 33026

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateAugust 20, 2024
Inspection typeRoutine – Food
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionAdministrative complaint recommended
Resultfollow_up_required
Inspection number3434233
Visit number1
Inspection Visit ID8723259
DBPR license1623925

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
2 High Priority3 Intermediate4 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical9 Total
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All DBPR Inspector Observations

9 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.

High Priority 2

#5High Priority41-10-4

High Priority – Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -Observed several spray bottles with cleaning chemicals stored on shelves next to clean food containers. Operator removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

Corrected On-SiteWarning
#6High Priority29-42-4

High Priority – Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed additional vacuum breaker needed at mop sink where splitter added. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

Repeat ViolationAdmin Complaint

Intermediate 3

#7Intermediate53A-03-7

Intermediate – Food manager certification expired. 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 food manager certification expired on 06/06/2024 **Warning**

Warning
#8Intermediate11-26-1

Intermediate – No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. **Warning**

Warning
#9Intermediate53B-03-5

Intermediate – Required employee training provided by an unapproved provider. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**

Warning

Basic 4

#1Basic22-20-5

Basic – Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -Observed accumulation heavy buildup of black mold like substance in ice machine. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

Repeat ViolationAdmin Complaint
#2Basic23-24-4

Basic – Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed accumulation of mold like substance buildup on ice machine lid. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

Repeat ViolationAdmin Complaint
#3Basic06-01-5

Basic – Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. -Observed shrimp thawing at room temperature at prep sink. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

Repeat ViolationAdmin Complaint
#4Basic36-27-5

Basic – Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed accumulation of black mold like substance buildup on walls at dishwashing area. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

Repeat ViolationAdmin Complaint

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on September 26, 2026 12:40 PM.

Violation category totals
Category 6 · Proper thawing of TCS food
1 observation(s)
Category 11 · Employee health knowledge / ill employees
1 observation(s)
Category 22 · Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
1 observation(s)
Category 23 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean
1 observation(s)
Category 29 · Plumbing, mop sink, filters and backflow prevention
1 observation(s)
Category 36 · Floors, walls, ceilings, attached equipment and ventilation
1 observation(s)
Category 41 · Chemicals and toxic substances
1 observation(s)
Category 53 · Food manager certification / employee training verification
2 observation(s)

Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.