JAMAICAN JERK KITCHEN
210 W 8 ST, Lakeland FL 33805 · 8625015150
Last inspected Jun 19, 2026 · 10 visits since November 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 11 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 2/01/24
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $560
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2026003013 | Oct 30, 2025 | May 7, 2026 | $160 |
| 3--2018045598 | Aug 16, 2018 | Nov 7, 2018 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jun 19, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Applied 12/6/26, plan review does not have plans. Operator resending
Mar 24, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Several items in front of hand washing sink.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Applied 12/6/26, plan review does not have plans. Operator resending
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Mar 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw eggs over unwashed produce in reachin cooler
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Prep counter
Dec 30, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Bar moved to different room.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Reachin coolers doors and handles.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Food debris on floor and under equipment in kitchen area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Oct 30, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Bar moved to different room.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Reachin coolers doors and handles.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Food debris on floor and under equipment in kitchen area.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Cup without handle being used as scoop in bulk seasoning on cook line.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Food debris buildup in reachin freezer.
Mar 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food stored on floor. Bag of rice on stockroom floor.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Dec 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Outside of cup broken.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Bottom of reachin cooler with food debris.
Utensils in poor condition. Portion cup cracked.
Mar 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 2/01/24
Single-service articles improperly stored. Cases of large Togo boxes in stockroom
Jan 9, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 7, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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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. Employee Justin without proof.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Debris and grease buildup under equipment and shelving in kitcken.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Food debris in the bottom of reachin cooler.
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.