BIG BOYZ JAMAICAN RESTAURANT
774 S US HWY 1 VERO BEACH, Vero Beach FL 32962 · 9543940011
Last inspected May 1, 2026 · 10 visits since September 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 15 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cod 46F - Cold Holding Chef states fish was pulled out this morning. Moved to freezer to rapid chill
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
May 1, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. On cooks line
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Jan 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cod 46F - Cold Holding Chef states fish was pulled out this morning. Moved to freezer to rapid chill
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Microwave handles. Employee cleaned
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customers does not include address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Labels only K and R name of juice and lists ingredients. To sale wholesale must contact Department of Agriculture.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Jul 16, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 15, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Juice packaged in the establishment that has not been specifically processed to prevent, reduce, or eliminate the presence of pathogens not bearing a warning label. Juice
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensil in water reading 103f. Advised to add hot water
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Jul 14, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Juice packaged in the establishment that has not been specifically processed to prevent, reduce, or eliminate the presence of pathogens not bearing a warning label. Juice
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensil in water reading 103f. Advised to add hot water
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In front counter cooler and white cooler in storage area
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Chef removed
Jan 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Fish in freezer in shopping bag. Employee removed
Juice packaged in the establishment that has not been specifically processed to prevent, reduce, or eliminate the presence of pathogens not bearing a warning label.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In kitchen
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Tin pans on storage rack
Jul 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Needs chlorine test strips
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on prep table
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled in grease
Feb 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Spray hose at mop sink lower than flood rim of sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Jerk chicken rice. Mac and cheese single door reach in cooler
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Opened waters in reach in cooler. Educated employee
Oct 5, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 25, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Shopping bags used for food storage in reach in freezer.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Chicken curry in reach in cooler not date marked
Employee beverage container stored next to food
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Food stored on floor. Assorted drinks behind counter, dry storage gallon food items in back kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan in kitchen dusty
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar and spice containers with no label
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.