Angry Crab Shack
B°2808 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix 85016
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-39288
Score based on 13 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 24, 2026.
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Inspection history13 on record
2026
Aug 20, 2026Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed employee handled raw shrimp with gloves on, discarded gloves, put on new gloves to handle cooked RTE foods. Observed employee wash hands properly, put on a hair net touching their hair, put on gloves without washing hands in between tasks. Discussed the importance of proper hand washing and when hand washing is required with the person-in-charge (PIC). Hands must be washed at any time contamination occurs and when changing tasks. Employee properly washed hands at handwash sink at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-2-301.14 - Priority: When to Wash. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4573/AMC-Toolbox: Handwashing.
May 5, 2026Routine1 coreA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed dishwasher maintenance, establishment is using three-compartment sink in the meantime.
Inspector's notes
Observed multiple container lids with large cracks in them that make it difficult to properly close and clean in main walk-in cooler. Observed wire racks in walk-in cooler starting to rust. All food and non-food contact surfaces must be smooth, non-absorbent, and easily cleanable. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-101.11 (B-E) - Core: Characteristics- Multiuse; Durable, Nonabsorbent, Smooth, Easily Cleanable
Jan 12, 2026Re-Inspection1 coreA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected.
Inspector's notes
Observed the outside paneling near slacking walk-in unit deteriorating causing a rough finish, exposed material underneath. Person in charge states they will get this fixed. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 3RD REPEAT VIOLATION.
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Repeat Violation 6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods
Jan 5, 2026Routine1 foundation1 coreB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed in use utensil procedures and floor tile maintenance with person in charge.
Inspector's notes
Observed the establishment keeping past shellstock tags for their oysters but not having many dated with the date of the last oyster of that batch being sold. Shellstock tags must be kept with shellstock until sold, dated with final sale date, and maintained in chronological order for 90 days onsite. Person in charge states they will get the tags dated appropriately. Reinspection will be conducted within 10 days. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
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3-203.12 - Priority Foundation: Shellstock, Maintaining Identification. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4619/AMC-Toolbox---Approved-Source.
Inspector's notes
Observed the outside paneling near slacking walk-in unit deteriorating causing a rough finish, exposed material underneath. Person in charge states they will get this fixed. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 3RD REPEAT VIOLATION.
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Repeat Violation 6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods
2025
Sep 16, 2025Routine2 foundation2 coreB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed establishment procedures regarding: storage of dirty and clean dishes
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
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Observed several (10-15) large flying insects in ware washing area. Person in charge to schedule a pest control visit and send report via email prior to re-inspection on 9/26/2025. 6-501.111 (C) - Priority Foundation: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence Predefined Comment: Establishment must be maintained free of pests and all pest control measures must be conducted by a licensed pest control specialist. Must eliminate current pest control problem and obtain pest control from a certified and licensed pest control specialist by re-inspection.
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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Observed mechanical warewashing unit at bar run several cycles with dirty dishes, produce a chlorine strength of 0ppm. Person in charge removed items and placed in ware washing area in main kitchen for proper cleaning and sanitization. 4-204.117 - Priority Foundation: Warewashing Machines, Automatic Dispensing of Detergents and Sanitizers. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4574/AMC-Toolbox---Food-Contact-Surfaces.
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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Observed drain at slacking walk-in unit with standing water. All drains should be clear and free of standing water. Person in charge cleared drain and water dissipated. 5-401.11 - Core: Capacity and Drainage
Inspector's notes
Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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Repeat Violation Observed walls in ware washing area with several small holes. Section of missing floor tiles with some water pooling near a prep sink. Outside paneling near slacking walk-in unit deteriorating causing a rough finish, exposed material underneath. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION 6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Predefined Comment: All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection.
Jun 17, 2025Routine2 coreA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report e-mailed. Of note: discussed separation and storage of raw animal proteins. Ready-to-eat foods such as cooked crab and crawfish should be stored above raw seafood to prevent cross-contamination.
Inspector's notes
Observed packages of commercially vacuum-sealed cooked mussels and clams thawing in a reach-in refrigerator. All ROP fish labeled "Keep Frozen" must be removed completely from reduced oxygen packaging (ROP) prior to thawing under refrigeration or immediately after thawing under cold running water. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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3-501.13 - Core: Thawing
Inspector's notes
Observed a section of missing floor tiles with some water pooling near a prep sink. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods
Feb 12, 2025Routine1 foundation2 coreB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report e-mailed. Of note: discussed separation and storage of raw animal proteins, employee personal beverages. Inspected with RS #1119.
Inspector's notes
Observed two plastic tubs of raw oysters in a prep-style refrigerator without the corresponding shellstock tag. Shellstock tags must be kept with shellstock until sold, dated with final sale date, and maintained in chronological order for 90 days onsite. Per person in charge (PIC), all oysters were removed from the same original container. PIC provided the corresponding tag and attached it to the container to correct. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-202.18 (A) - Priority Foundation: Shellstock Identification; Tags Present. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4619/AMC-Toolbox---Approved-Source.
Inspector's notes
Observed buildup on the walls of the walk-in refrigerator used for ready-to-eat (RTE) foods near the fans. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-602.13 - Core: Nonfood Contact Surfaces
Inspector's notes
Protective shielding was missing at several overhead light fixtures in the main kitchen while food was being prepared and moved into walk-in refrigerators after storing. PIC located shielding and began to reinstall the shielding during the inspection to correct. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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6-202.11 - Core: Light Bulbs, Protective Shielding
2024
Oct 31, 2024Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report e-mailed. Of note: discussed verification of sanitizer concentration at mechanical dishwasher in bar, general condition of facilities (i.e. floors, walls, ceiling, cove bases) with person in charge (PIC).
Inspector's notes
Observed several cans of Raid and Hot Shot brand flying insect insecticide products in office in kitchen. All pest control for the establishment must be performed by a certified pest control specialist and chemicals for pest control must not be stored onsite. PIC removed pest control chemicals from premises at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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7-202.11 - Priority Foundation: Restriction-Presence and Use
May 2, 2024Re-InspectioncleanA°
Upon re-inspection, all violations have been corrected.No County legal action will result from this inspection.The Routine Inspection Report was emailed.On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal.If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:• Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or• Contact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Ch. I Reg. 4a - You are operating without the required permit and/or approval from this Department.Award: Re-Inspection,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Sarah Mcleod
Apr 24, 2024Routine1 priorityB°
Priority Foundation-2-501.11, Pf: Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events. Observed facility without written procedures and or kit for vomiting and diarrheal events. Facility shall provide procedures for vomiting and diarrheal events. This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection. The Routine Inspection Report was emailed.Re-inspection will occur 05-01-24.On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal.If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:• Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or• Contact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: Not Participating,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Janie Goree
PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114, P: Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4574/AMC-Toolbox---Food-Contact-Surfaces Observed chlorine sanitizing solution 25ppm. Facility shall maintain chlorine warewahing machine at levels between 50ppm-100ppm. Provide sanitizing solution between 50ppm-100pm. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection
Jan 25, 2024Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report emailed at time of inspection.On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal.If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:• Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or• Contact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Sade Young
Priority Foundation-6-301.12, Pf: Hand Drying Provision. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4573/AMC-Toolbox---Handwashing. Hand sink near lobster tanks did not have paper towels at time of inspection. PIC replaced and will maintain at all times. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
2023
Oct 18, 2023Re-InspectioncleanA°
Upon re-inspection violation #49 has been correctedNo County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: Re-Inspection,Signer: Sarah McLeod
Oct 17, 2023Routine2 priority1 coreC°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 2 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Reinspection Scheduled 10-18-23Report sent via email On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal. If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may: • Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or • Contact the Department using the email addresses below, o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food) o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants) o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets) o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review) If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181. No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: Not Participating,Email Sent: CHECKED,Embargo Lbs: 25,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Number of Employees: 1,Request Notes: Hold for Review,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: QA-CR,Signer: Sade Young
PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-101.11, P: Safe, Unadulterated and Honestly Presented. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4619/AMC-Toolbox---Approved-Source. >>>Observed a large plastic bin of precooked king crab legs in freezer with large chunks of frozen ice made from a dripping pipe. Discussed with Person in Charge (PIC) the frozen ice was also inside the bin on the king crab legs. Embargoed the king crab legs. Discussed with PIC condition of food shall be safe, unadulterated, and honestly presented. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(1), P: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot Holding. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4614/AMC-Toolbox---Hot-Holding. >>>Observed in the hot holding table a large pan of cooked potatoes at a temperature of 123*F. Per PIC the potatoes were put in the table at 2:30pm and the time of inspection was 3:15pm. PIC had employee reheat potatoes. Discussed with PIC hot holding temperature controlled for safety (TCS) food shall be maintained at 135°F or higher, except during preparation, cooking, cooling, or when time is used as a control all TCS foods. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Repeat Violation Core-5-205.15 (B), C: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained >>>Observed a pipe leak in the freezer creating large chunks of frozen ice on the wall and floor. Discussed with PIC to have maintenance address the leak. PIC said a work order was already in place before the time of inspection. Also observed the ice machine drain inlet was less than an inch from the floor drain. The ice machine drained water and filled the floor drain while draining slowly. Discussed with PIC the air gap shall be at least twice the diameter of the water supply inlet and not less than an inch. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 3rd
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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 24, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →