MR AND MRS CRAB SEAFOOD SANFORD INC

Is MR AND MRS CRAB SEAFOOD SANFORD INC clean? Yes — an A grade, 99/100, at its most recent inspection on December 10, 2025. That visit logged 1 basic violation.

Its latest inspection on December 10, 2025 cited 1 basic violation. Diners give it 4.5 across 1,752 reviews. It's a Seafood spot in Sanford. Menus here flag gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, paleo, and other dietary options.

A · 99/100 · safer than 88% of Seminole County restaurants we grade

Get directions Call (407) 732-4006

Restaurant details

Health grade
A (99/100)
Violations
1 total — 1 basic
Address
1000 WP BALL BLVD, Sanford, FL
Cuisine
Seafood
Categories
Seafood restaurant, Restaurant
Price
$20–60
Rating
4.5 stars (1752 reviews)
Seats
168
Phone
(407) 732-4006
Website
Official website
Photo of MR AND MRS CRAB SEAFOOD SANFORD INC
Photo: Mr. & Mrs. Crab - Sanford

Community Rating

Reviews via Google
4.5 Community-sourced rating 1,752 reviews
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What diners say — our read

Reviews and inspection point the same way here. Where how guests are treated comes up, the rating that follows averages 4.5, so it reads as a strength. Value for money is the next most common subject, in 20% of reviews (averaging 4.4).

The split is 23 positive to 1 negative across 25 rated reviews, with 1 in the middle. Behind those, freshness and temperature is raised in 16% of reviews (4.5 average). 5 stars is the modal score, given by 19 of the 25 reviewers who rated.

On the inspection side the picture is cleaner: DBPR graded this kitchen an A (99/100), with 1 basic violations. Whatever the reviews argue about, sanitation is not the weak point. That inspection was on December 10, 2025. The trend across inspections is decline. On health score it sits safer than 88% of the Seminole County restaurants we grade.

Both measures agree, which is the least complicated version of this page. Read the originals below and judge the pattern yourself.

Our own analysis of 25 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →

  • June 26, 2026

    We were in town traveling from MO. This was a great restaurant for our seafood lunch!! Yummy drink and lunch specials!! Would definitely eat here again.

  • June 22, 2026

    I visited Mr. & Mrs. Crab Juicy Seafood & Bar - Sanford with a group of friends for a weekend dinner, and we had a great time. We ordered a seafood boil to share, and everything arrived hot, well-seasoned, and packed with flavor. The portions were generous, and it was fun being able to customize the spice level and sauce to our liking. Even though the restaurant was fairly busy, our server stayed attentive and made sure our drinks were refilled throughout the meal. The combination of good food, friendly service, and lively atmosphere made it a place I’d gladly visit again.

  • June 21, 2026

    Fantastic experience. Food was excellent, service was even more excellent. Kelsey was our server and she was incredible. Kept our drinks full and made sure that my family and I felt welcomed and taken care of. We will absolutely be back!

  • June 19, 2026

    Favorite place to come eat when im in the area! best service, sebastian was an amazing waiter , and is every time i come!

  • June 16, 2026

    Did pick up order... No cars in parking lot. I thought was closed. But good food. Average price... Didn't get a chance to experience dine in. so, no comment on that.

  • June 15, 2026

    My family and I recently dined at the Sanford Florida location to celebrate with my 88-year-old father, who specifically ordered the Alaskan king crab legs. While our server was pleasant and did his best to assist us, our experience was ultimately ruined by poor management and a complete lack of customer service. When my father received his king crab legs, he asked if the kitchen could crack them for him. We were told they could not and were instead given scissors, crab crackers, and plastic utensils. My father struggled to access the meat, so we politely asked a second time whether the kitchen could assist. We were then informed that no one in the kitchen had been trained to do so. The manager’s response was especially disappointing. Rather than offering assistance, a substitute meal, or any accommodation for an elderly guest, he stated that if someone orders king crab legs, they should know how to eat them and that scissors were the proper tool. The comment came across as condescending and dismissive, particularly considering my father’s age and obvious difficulty. To make matters worse, the music was excessively loud throughout our meal, making conversation difficult. Several staff members appeared to be standing around watching while we struggled to help my father with his meal, yet no one offered meaningful assistance. Despite the fact that my father was unable to properly enjoy the entrée he ordered, the manager refused to remove or adjust the charge for the king crab…

  • June 15, 2026

    Very food seafood boil. Seasoning is very good, mild is still pretty spicy, so be prepared.

  • June 1, 2026

    The food was amazing. Great prices I believe for the amount of food I got. Highly recommended

  • May 31, 2026

    Had fried food. Was good large portion. Did not try boil. Seems like that is what most people order.

  • May 30, 2026

    I had such a fun experience and great time because Taylor was such a great and amazing server

  • May 30, 2026

    Absolutely incredible.

  • May 29, 2026

    The food is juicy juicy lickem lips delicious!

  • May 23, 2026

    It was a little too dark inside for me. The food was good.

  • May 22, 2026

    Food was the bombastic! Full of flavor, spicy, juices, cravable goodness! Flavor that you dream about. Food was warm and came out quickly. Server had trouble with remembering waters lemons extra plates and such- so the added gratuity isn't worth the service but the back end cooks know exactly what they are doing!

  • May 17, 2026

    The food at this restaurant was absolutely amazing. Probably one of the best bag boils we ever had. From ordering to receiving our meal, the timing was lighting fast. The food was almost too hot to eat. The flavor was on point. Unfortunately, the service did not match the quality of the food. Our server was extremely inattentive, and we experienced long throughout the meal. To put it into perspective, we were in the restaurant for almost two hours. For LUNCH! While the staff was polite, the overall service was disappointing. Oddly, the manager shows a presence on the floor, however does not do anything. Just stands around. When I asked for my check after waiting for 35 minutes, he literally looked at me like he didn't understand why I was annoyed. That said, the exceptional food makes this place worth trying. If they can improve the level of service, this restaurant would easily earn five stars.

  • May 16, 2026

    Too good.

  • May 14, 2026

    Never try to boil before this was excellent food service was great people were friendly

  • May 12, 2026

    Love this place.

  • May 10, 2026

    Great service kinil help us with the first time with my kids trying seafood

  • May 10, 2026

    Once again, my pet peeve with oysters rears it's ugly head - if you don't cut the muscle away from the bottom of the oyster, I lose all the likker, which is part of the experience. Also not helped by standing the oysters on edge in the ice! Very good otherwise. Second visit: got the steamed blue crab. Crabs were large and the sauce was fabulous! Really enjoyed it. I am increasing my food rating to a 5!

  • May 9, 2026

    Their chicken tenders are surprisingly good.

  • May 4, 2026

    Great place

  • May 3, 2026

    It was great 👍🏽

  • April 28, 2026

    I had the luxury to go eat lunch on 4/27/26 and I had a excellent experience, I have not step a foot in place before. The waitress, Amber was extraordinary, very efficient in her job. Everything was just right for being the only one working that day. impressive! The Bus boy working just as hard keeping the place super clean and helping the waitress bring out order along with her. Nice teamwork! The food was soooo good, I loved it. A bit pricey for my budget; but hey, once in a while I feel like treating myself with some fine dining, certainly I will come back. Maybe bring some friends or family members. No this is not propaganda, this is me, expressing my gratitude with what I just experience this afternoon. My Kudos to the Chefs and the kitchen personnel although I didn't meet them. They made an imprenassable work with the food. 🧐🎆🎊🎉🎊 Thank you Ya'll !!!!

  • April 24, 2026

    I love spicy food and this place has perfected the extra hot flavor 🔥

Overall Score

77 / 100

  • Health inspection grade 40/40
    Grade A
  • Dietary transparency 17/20
    5 options listed
  • Community rating 18/20
    4.5★ average
  • Hidden-gem status 0/10
    Not flagged
  • Track record 2/10
    Declining, 0% clean

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

Opening hours

Monday
12 to 10 PM
Tuesday
12 to 10 PM
Wednesday
12 to 10 PM
Thursday
12 to 10 PM
Friday
12 to 11 PM
Saturday
12 to 11 PM
Sunday
12 to 10 PM

Inspection history

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

  1. December 10, 2025 · Complaint Full

    Call Back - Complied

    0 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 1 basic

    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
  2. December 2, 2025 · Complaint Full

    Warning Issued

    2 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 10 basic

    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained (×2)
    • 21 — Wiping cloths; clean & soiled linens; laundry
    • 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
    • 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
    • 24 — Storage & handling of clean equipment and utensils; air drying
    • 29 — Plumbing installed & maintained; mop sink; backflow prevention
    • 32 — Bathrooms
    • 33 — Garbage and refuse; premises maintained (×2)
    • 35 — Insects/rodents/pests; outer openings protected against pests
    • 41 — Chemicals / toxic substances properly stored & used
  3. July 9, 2025 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    1 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 8 basic

    • 03 — Temperature control of foods (cold/hot holding, cooking, cooling, reheating)
    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained (×4)
    • 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
    • 33 — Garbage and refuse; premises maintained
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation
    • 50 — Current license, properly displayed

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: December 10, 2025