MARTHABRAE JAMAICAN RESTAURANT
19851 NW 2 AVE, Miami Gardens FL 33169 · 786-657-714
Last inspected Feb 2, 2026 · 11 visits since December 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 live roaches under the stove in the kitchen, 3 live roaches behind the reach in cooler outlet, 10+ live roaches under the 3 compartment sink.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2023068276 | Dec 4, 2023 | Jan 16, 2024 | $400 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Feb 2, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Prep area: carton of juice stored inside the hand washing sink.
Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured. By the walk in cooler.
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Feb 2, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed green and brown cutting boards with cut marks at dry storage area. Person in charge discarded during inspection.
Nov 6, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken being stored on top of raw pork inside reach in cooler in preparation area. Manager removed and stored properly.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed soiled plastic containers inside handwashing sink next tom3 compartment sink.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Observed Malika Murphy working without manager certification.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed soap dispenser next to 3 compartment sink not working properly.
Bathroom floors not in good condition. Observed floor tile broken inside men bathroom.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing on top cook line.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed green and brown cutting boards with cut marks at dry storage area. Person in charge discarded during inspection.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed in use wet wiping towel in top preparation table, employee removed and stored properly.
Feb 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed white cutting board soiled with food debris table at cook line. Chef removed and placed insiden3 compartment sink and washed properly.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food debris inside handwashing sink across from 3 compartment sink. Manager cleaned properly during inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed broken ceiling tiles at kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled with water marks in kitchen area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white and blue cutting boards with cut marks next to preparation table, manager discarded both cutting boards during inspection.
Dumpster overflowing garbage.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container with sauce being stored on the floor in dry storage area. Manager removed and stored properly.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed on the grounds garbage bags, cardboard boxes around the dumpster area.
Open dumpster lid.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler soiled with food debris at preparation area, employee cleaned properly during inspection.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping towel on top preparation table at cook line. Manager removed and placed properly inside sanitizer bucket.
Aug 29, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 28, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 1 live flying insect by the prep table area.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed curry chicken(127F - Hot Holding) in the hot box for less than 1 hour, operator reheated curry chicken (181F - Reheating).
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200+ppm) for the front counter, operator remade Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm).
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by lack of general knowledge in performing their assigned duties. Observed employee unaware how to set up 3 compartment sink properly.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed single service items on top of a dusty shelves at the front counter.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed 5 employees engaging in food preparation with no manager on duty. Manager arrived during the inspection.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. In the lobby and at the entrance of the kitchen.
Dead roaches/flies on premises. Observed 1 dead roach under the register and 1 dead roach by the drive thru window. Observed 2 dead flying insects by the drive thru and 1 dead flying insect on the floor in the lobby.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees water bottle in the reach in cooler on top of establishment food, operator stored properly.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed soap and sanitizer in the middle of compartment of the 3 compartment sink and rinse in the first compartment. Educated employee and set up properly.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. By the hallway to the bathroom.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed multiple food containers cracked in the kitchen and walk in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Observed fish stored on the floor of the kitchen. Operator stored properly.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in the wall by the back exit door of the walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed fish thawing in room temperature on the floor of the kitchen. Operator placed item back into reach in freezer.
Feb 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil in hot water of 131F. Operator removed water.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed packaged cake slices on the front counter with no date label. As per operator, placed out on 2/3/24. Operator placed date label.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in the hot holding box: oxtail (127F - Hot Holding/Reheating 169F); stew chicken (118F - Hot Holding/Reheating 172F), stored for about 1 hours before inspection. Operator reheated items to the proper temperature.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Dumpster overflowing garbage. Observed cardboard dumpster overflowing.
Observed all reach-in cooler shelves with rust.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves with rust.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Operator stored properly.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100+ppm) stored by the 2 compartment sink. Operator remade Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm).
Jan 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Discussed and emailed form to operator.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located next to 2 compartment sink.
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked mackerel (38F - Cold Holding); cooked beef kidney (34F - Cold Holding) not date marked. All foods were cooked more than 24 hours ago. Manager added date marking.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Certificates not kept in establishment but in corporate office. Manager provided email showing completed certificates.
Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Located on prep table.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Located in kitchen area.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Water draining onto floor surface from vent in men's restroom.
Dec 6, 2023□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 5, 2023■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 8 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 live roaches under the stove in the kitchen, 3 live roaches behind the reach in cooler outlet, 10+ live roaches under the 3 compartment sink.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Donald Williams hired 1 year ago with no employee training.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. By the entrance of the kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Walk in cooler gaskets are torn. Observed reach in cooler door in the kitchen in disrepair.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in the wall in front of walk in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled in the kitchen.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed under the 3 compartment sink and stoves soiled. Observed walk in cooler floor soiled.
Dec 4, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 14 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license with expiration date of 10/01/23.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken over raw goat inside the reach in freezer.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 live roaches under the stove in the kitchen, 3 live roaches behind the reach in cooler outlet, 10+ live roaches under the 3 compartment sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked fish (117F - Hot Holding) for less than 4 hours at per operator, operator placed inside the oven to be reheated at 165°F or above.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Both handwashing sink. Operator placed new roll.
No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing. Observed no chlorine sanitation in the establishment. Operator went to the store to get a bucket of chlorine.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Donald Williams hired 1 year ago with no employee training.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. By the entrance of the kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Walk in cooler gaskets are torn. Observed reach in cooler door in the kitchen in disrepair.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in the wall in front of walk in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled in the kitchen.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in coolers and walk in cooler shelves with soil residues.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed under the 3 compartment sink and stoves soiled. Observed walk in cooler floor soiled.
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.