JUICY CRAB

Health grade
F · 59/100
Orange County rank
Safer than 3%
Diner rating
4.3 ★ · 1,153 reviews
Violations
2 high-priority, 4 intermediate, and 13 basic
Last inspected
Mar 2026

By score it ranks safer than 3% of Orange County restaurants we grade. The report logged 2 high-priority, 4 intermediate, and 13 basic violations. Its inspections have at least been improving lately. Higher-graded kitchens nearby are mapped below.

F grade · 59/100 · safer than 3% of Orange County restaurants we grade

Get directions Call (407) 704-2276

Safer options nearby

Higher-graded restaurants close to JUICY CRAB, by Florida DBPR grade:

Restaurant details

Health grade
F (59/100)
Violations
19 total — 2 high-priority, 4 intermediate, 13 basic
Address
296 E MICHIGAN ST, Orlando, FL
Cuisine
Seafood
Categories
Seafood restaurant, Family restaurant, Takeout Restaurant, Restaurant
Price
$20–30
Rating
4.3 stars (1153 reviews)
Neighborhood
Pineloch
Seats
207
Phone
(407) 704-2276
Website
Official website
Photo of JUICY CRAB
Photo: The Juicy Crab

Community Rating

Reviews via Google
4.3 Community-sourced rating 1,153 reviews
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What diners say — our read

The room gets mentioned a lot in these 20 reviews. So does it in the DBPR file. When front-of-house comes up here it is usually a criticism, and the ratings attached average 2.4. Freshness and temperature is the next most common subject, in 20% of reviews (averaging 3.0).

Of the 20 rated reviews, 8 sit at four stars or better and 10 at two or below. Speed of service shows up in 20% of reviews as well, averaging 2.3. The single most common rating left here is 1 star (9 of 20).

The inspection record is the harder read. DBPR graded this kitchen an F (59/100) on 2 high-priority, 4 intermediate, and 13 basic violations — a verdict the review average does not reflect. The visit behind that grade was March 16, 2026. Its inspection trajectory is upward over the records we hold. On health score it sits safer than 3% of the Orange County restaurants we grade. For specifics, the last inspection cited food from approved source and cross-contamination.

Both halves of this page point the same unflattering way, which at least makes it simple. Full reviews follow below in the order they were left.

Our own analysis of 20 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →

  • June 29, 2026

    Rude server and service

  • June 29, 2026

    Just ordered a togo order and the older man placing my order applied gratuity to my order after I said I was going to be paying cash. The previous total was 8 dollars cheaper when I said I was paying card, when I asked why the price went up he said “taxes.” This will be my last time eating here.

  • June 23, 2026

    This was one of the worst dining experiences I’ve had. As soon as I walked in, I noticed that many of the tables were dusty and hadn’t been properly cleaned. I was the only customer there at the time, yet several tables in the back still had trash sitting on them, making the restaurant look neglected and unprofessional. The biggest issue was the restroom. After placing my order, I went to use the bathroom and immediately walked back out the moment I opened the door. It was so unsanitary that it made me seriously question the cleanliness of the entire establishment. A dirty restroom is often a reflection of overall cleanliness standards, and what I saw was unacceptable. As for the food, it was extremely oily and nothing special. The only thing I actually enjoyed were the drinks. Between the dirty tables, trash left sitting around, and the condition of the restroom, I left very disappointed. Management needs to take cleanliness and sanitation much more seriously because first impressions matter, and this one was terrible.This was one of the worst dining experiences I’ve had. As soon as I walked in, I noticed that many of the tables were dusty and hadn’t been properly cleaned. I was the only customer there at the time, yet several tables in the back still had trash sitting on them, making the restaurant look neglected and unprofessional. The biggest issue was the restroom. After placing my order, I went to use the bathroom and immediately walked back out the moment I opened the…

  • June 19, 2026

    Food was exactly what my wife and I wanted in a boil. Absolutely spectacular. I got the Dungeness with crawfish and it was perfect. Wife got a combo and it was also fantastic. But towards the end I went to the restroom to wash my hands and, wow. The urinal was non existent, and the toilet seat in the men’s handicapped restroom was also missing. Then they have their dry storage sloppily stacked by the back wall. Idk, but if there’s problems like this in view of guests I cannot imagine what’s going down behind that kitchen wall. Had I not got up to wash my hands and seen that this place would be 5 stars. And then they had the audacity to have a sign in the front door saying the restroom is only for paying customers. Lol what restroom!? Again, the food was delicious and we both left happy. I’ll honestly be back.

  • June 13, 2026

    One of the best.

  • June 6, 2026

    Just there to take your order and get tipped. The food is great, another place lacking customer service friendliness in Florida - sadly typical

  • June 5, 2026

    Server was quick and pleasant I ordered seafood boil and wings the wing raw and boil was salty they dont have frozen drinks so I got a shirly temple the best thing on the menu.....tip was included which I honestly feel like tip is suppose to be on the customers dime ...anywho if u got high bp dont come here and no refills

  • May 22, 2026

    Good portions and great tasting

  • May 17, 2026

    The food was delicious and the service was good; the food arrived very quickly.

  • May 15, 2026

    I will never eat this place again. The food wasn’t fresh. Had the WORST stomach pain of my life almost ended up in the ER. thanks to GOD and my prayers I’m doing better. Service was fast but a little too fast.

  • April 29, 2026

    Love The Flavors!!!

  • April 28, 2026

    Not what I was expecting looked like old bar was there and old Chinese restaurant

  • April 25, 2026

    I came in the store. This was my first time at this location. I always go to the one in kississimme. I order half a dozen of oysters well done lemon butter garlic also ordered 6 chicken wings sweet chili sauce. Chicken wings were good when I got ready-to-eat my oysters when I got to work 30 mins away. The Oysters was nowhere near well done. And soon as you pick them out of the shell, they're soft and falling apart. I call the restaurant to inform them and they told me there's nothing they can do.I will need to drive 30 mins back to the restaurant to bring my order back for a refund.I would never order from this restaurant and I suggest anyone that's ordering takeout.You taste your food before you take it out

  • April 4, 2026

    It was a bit expensive. Service was average

  • April 2, 2026

    Didn't even get to order anything. Front glass door was filthy. Table we were sat at wasn't any better.

  • March 31, 2026

    The food was fresh and hot

  • March 16, 2026

    If I could give this place 0 stars, I would. They were supposed to open at 11:30, but the staff didn’t arrive until around 11:40. They clearly saw us standing at the door waiting and still took their time coming in. Very unprofessional. I would not recommend this place at all!

  • March 11, 2026

    I don't really write reviews but I've been going to this Juicy Crab for about 2 years or so. I always loved the food and tipped the waitresses to show appreciation. Today, the waitress "TingTing" showed her true colors when I didn't tip today and lashed out on me in front of other customers trying to embrass me. The restaurant was a bit busy and I understand that there are other people to attend to but she did not check on me as usual when I come there. I asked for a refill for a sweet tea to go and the drink is included in free refills. She was implying that she was doing me a favor instead of reflecting on her poor customer service today. All the times I tipped in the past, I realized none of her actions were genuine and I should have realized when I tipped $3 one time and she was confused like "That's it????" I will never return to the restaurant after today but I wished that things didn't happen this way.

  • March 7, 2026

    Great happy hour

  • March 4, 2026

    The service is horrible. I went yesterday during lunch with my friend the server was weird and made the whole experience uncomfortable.

Overall Score

40 / 100

  • Health inspection grade 0/40
    Grade F
  • Dietary transparency 17/20
    5 options listed
  • Community rating 17/20
    4.3★ average
  • Hidden-gem status 0/10
    Not flagged
  • Track record 6/10
    Improving, 0% clean

Composite score from health grade, dietary options, ratings, and inspection record — distinct from the state-derived health grade.

Opening hours

Monday
11:30 AM to 10 PM
Tuesday
11:30 AM to 10 PM
Wednesday
11:30 AM to 10 PM
Thursday
11:30 AM to 10 PM
Friday
11:30 AM to 11 PM
Saturday
11:30 AM to 11 PM
Sunday
11:30 AM to 10 PM

Inspection history

The following records are from Florida DBPR public inspection records, most recent first.

  1. March 16, 2026 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    2 high-priority · 4 intermediate · 13 basic

    • 01 — Food from approved source; safe, unadulterated, sound condition (×4)
    • 03 — Temperature control of foods (cold/hot holding, cooking, cooling, reheating)
    • 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage
    • 10 — In-use food dispensing utensils properly stored
    • 13 — Clean clothes; hair restraints; jewelry; fingernails
    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained (×2)
    • 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized (×2)
    • 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
    • 29 — Plumbing installed & maintained; mop sink; backflow prevention
    • 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided
    • 33 — Garbage and refuse; premises maintained
    • 35 — Insects/rodents/pests; outer openings protected against pests
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation
    • 53 — Food manager certification; employee food-safety training
  2. October 22, 2025 · Routine - Food

    Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

    2 high-priority · 2 intermediate · 9 basic

    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
    • 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized (×3)
    • 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
    • 29 — Plumbing installed & maintained; mop sink; backflow prevention
    • 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided
    • 35 — Insects/rodents/pests; outer openings protected against pests
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation (×2)
    • 42 — Cleaning and maintenance equipment
    • 50 — Current license, properly displayed
    • 51 — Other conditions of sanitary & safe operation
  3. October 14, 2025 · Routine - Food

    Warning Issued

    5 high-priority · 7 intermediate · 11 basic

    • 01 — Food from approved source; safe, unadulterated, sound condition (×3)
    • 03 — Temperature control of foods (cold/hot holding, cooking, cooling, reheating) (×2)
    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
    • 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized (×3)
    • 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
    • 29 — Plumbing installed & maintained; mop sink; backflow prevention
    • 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided (×5)
    • 35 — Insects/rodents/pests; outer openings protected against pests
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation (×2)
    • 40 — Employee personal belongings
    • 42 — Cleaning and maintenance equipment
    • 50 — Current license, properly displayed
    • 51 — Other conditions of sanitary & safe operation

This grade is calculated by us from Florida DBPR public inspection records — Florida does not issue official grades. How we calculate it →

Data last updated: March 16, 2026