UP TOP JAMAICAN RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE INC
10686 SW 186 LANE, Miami FL 33157 · 786-879-5617
Last inspected Aug 19, 2026 · 12 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2019023226 | Apr 26, 2019 | Aug 28, 2019 | $400 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Aug 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed beans stored inside plastic containers for dry condiments. Employee was advised to removed food from those containers.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the front counter. Operator provided paper towels.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed both reach in coolers are not working properly. No tcs food stored inside. Operator will moved the reach in cooler fro beverage at the front counter to the kitchen.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
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Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop inside the bucket.
Mar 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed beans stored inside plastic containers for dry condiments. Employee was advised to removed food from those containers.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed beverages stored inside plastic side the reach in cooler not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from faucet at hand wash sink by 3 compartment sink.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop inside the bucket.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container with salt not labeled.
Feb 11, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed chemical test kit expired 2022.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed inside ice machine at front counter.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed tiles dusty at kitchen area. Also observed air conditioner vents soiled at kitchen area.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed under three compartment sink at kitchen area.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Dec 9, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority5 Intermediate8 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed Oxtail (64F) inside reach in cooler at kitchen area. As per operator for more than 6 hours.
Raw animal food stored in same container as raw food. Observed raw chicken and raw pork belly stored in the same container at double door reach in cooler at kitchen area. Operator stored properly during inspection.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Oxtail (64F) inside reach in cooler at kitchen area. As per operator for more than 6 hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Jamaican Empanada (125F - Hot Holding) inside hot holding unit at front counter. As per operator for less than 2 hours. Operator increased temperature of hot holding unit during inspection.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed certified manager certificate for Beverly expired 08/03/24.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink with a wet towel inside at front counter.
Lack of toilet tissue at each toilet. Observed inside men's bathroom.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed chemical test kit expired 2022.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pasta salad inside reach in cooler with no day marked. As per operator prepared more than 24 hours ago. Operator day marked during inspection.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed inside ice machine at front counter.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed tiles dusty at kitchen area. Also observed air conditioner vents soiled at kitchen area.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed under three compartment sink at kitchen area.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed portioned pasta salad no day marked inside reach in cooler at front counter. As per operator prepared more than 24 hours ago.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer inside reach in cooler in front of stoves at kitchen area.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed on hand wash sink at front counter.
May 14, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken 112F hot holding at steam table. Employee placed product in oven to reheat.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Beverley Jeffries manager certification expired on 8-3-24.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed carbon buildup on pots a warewashing area. Observed soiled knife magnet at preparation area.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pans not inverted at warewashing area. Employee placed pots properly.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed women's bathroom with trash can without lid.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in the wall near drain by prep sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets at triple glass door reach in cooler and triple door reach in cooler soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of triple door reach in cooler soiled. Observed interior of triple glass door reach in cooler soiled.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall at preparation table soiled.
Feb 25, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed all throughout the kitchen area and dining room.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at ice cream chest freezer at front line.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled wall behind 3 compartment sink and preparation sink area.
Jan 10, 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 Intermediate9 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Food Manager Certificate for Beverly Jeffries expired on 083/2024
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed all throughout reach in coolers and reach in freezer at kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed all throughout the kitchen area and dining room.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at ice cream chest freezer at front line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled basketball throughout teach in freezers and reach in cooler units at kitchen area.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed all throughout the kitchen area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled wall behind 3 compartment sink and preparation sink area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Jan 6, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate12 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Food Manager Certificate for Beverly Jeffries expired on 083/2024
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. Observed packed juice at front reach in cooler unit, as per chef sorrel and beat juice and not warning label according to the law. Establishment was coached in correct labeling procedures for in house produced food. Establishment was informed not to sell any more juices until proper labeling are on the containers.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed several food (ox tail, curry goat, curry chicken )containers not labeled at reach in cooler across from cook line, as per manager food prepared two days ago. Chef labeled the containers.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed all throughout reach in coolers and reach in freezer at kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed all throughout the kitchen area and dining room.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at ice cream chest freezer at front line.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed packed juice at front reach in cooler unit, as per chef sorrel and beat juice. Establishment was coached in correct labeling procedures for in house produced food. Establishment was informed not to sell any more juices until proper labeling are on the containers.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled basketball throughout teach in freezers and reach in cooler units at kitchen area.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water at reach in cooler unit across from cook line.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed all throughout the kitchen area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled wall behind 3 compartment sink and preparation sink area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Jan 6, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. No proof of Manager Training for Veberley Jeffries working for over 30 with no proof of training.
Mar 20, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee going from back kitchen to front counter touching partition door then handling food without washing hands. Coached employee on proper hand washing techniques.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In the oven at cook line observed cooked cabbage (99F - Hot Holding), as per cook stored in the oven for less than 2 hours, employee reheated food to 205F on site.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. No proof of Manager Training for Veberley Jeffries working for over 30 with no proof of training.
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. Employees working for over 60 days with no proof of Training for Emely Fowler, Twyana Pow.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand sink located at ware washing area, employee refilled soap dispenser.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of oven soiled, located at cook line.
Oct 4, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Oven handles soiled, oven located in the cooking line.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. large plastic food container cracked, stored with other containers in front of the oven in the cook line.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Chest freezer in the storage area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven interior soiled, oven located in the cook line area.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed a shopping cart, green chair, unused oven stored in the food storage area.
Jul 5, 2023□ 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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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
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.