YAH SUH NICE JAMAICAN CUISINE
5111 BAYMEADOWS RD STE 2, Jacksonville FL 32217 · 904.962.1515
Last inspected Jan 5, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 flies in kitchen.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jan 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing paper towels at dispenser. Frontline. Replaced by manger.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Water damage on ceiling tiles. Kitchen. Per Person In Charge, Work in progress.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Duct tape on Bulk food containers lid.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Food prep/service employee wearing bracelets and hand jewelry while engaged in food preparation and service.
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Peeling paint on floor by cook line.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall behind Bulk food containers
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. 1 wet wipes on counter in : kitchen. Moved by manager.
Sep 22, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment observed preparing, serving, or selling food to customers with an expired license. expired 06/01/25
Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Men's restroom low water pressure at hot water side.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Gap at base of rear door. (Daylight visible ).
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensil in standing water 79°.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Boxed single service cups on floor. Dining area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. 1 wet wipes on counter in : kitchen.
Feb 3, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. fried chicken : 85. 85. 86. On kitchen counter. Cooked chicken 89 89. 88 on top shelf of range. Cooked cabbage 97 in rear prep area near Three compartment sink. Cooked beef 87. in rear prep area near Three compartment sink. Cooked beef 75 in rear prep area near Three compartment sink. Per Person In Charge. All items made about 12:30. Items moved to walk in cooler for cooling.
Jan 27, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. fried chicken : 85°. 85°. 86. On kitchen counter. Cooked chicken 89° 89°. 88° on top shelf of range. Cooked cabbage 97° in rear prep area near Three compartment sink. Cooked beef 87°. in rear prep area near Three compartment sink. Cooked beef 75° in rear prep area near Three compartment sink. Per Person In Charge. All items made about 12:30. Items moved to walk in cooler for cooling.
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/. Double burner propane stove in rear kitchen.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling tiles in prep areas are cardboard/acoustic style. Not smooth and easily cleanable. (Note : if ceiling tiles are observed to be soiled of not cleanable in future inspections, division will require tiles to be changed )
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Fried chicken in kitchen for personal use per Person In Charge then placed in container and placed in walk in cooler together with restaurant food. Item not marked or adequately separated.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In use utensils in standing water 82°. 90°.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Roll of Single service cups on floor in storage. Moved by manager.
Stored food not covered. Uncovered Prepped vegetables in walk in cooler.
Aug 12, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 flies in kitchen.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Tray of raw eggs over cut onions in walk in cooler. Moved by manager.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at kitchen Hand Wash Sink.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling tiles in prep areas are cardboard/acoustic style. Not smooth and easily cleanable. (Note : if ceiling tiles are observed to be soiled of not cleanable in future inspections, division will require tiles to be changed )
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Damaged ceiling tiles above chest freezer. Rear kitchen.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In use spoons in standing water 83°. Kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled Counters and shelves and exterior of of food containers at rear kitchen.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. 1 wet wipes on counter in : kitchen.
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. One large LP tank In rear kitchen. By portable gas gill installed.
Apr 3, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 30, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Cut cut tomato next to raw shell eggs in walk in cooler. Moved by manager.
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 of any employee training available.
Stored food not covered. Multiple uncovered cut and prepped vegetables in walk in cooler.
Jul 6, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Non food grade containers used for storing foods. Rice. Cooked vegetables. Person In Charge moved foods to a food grande container.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment license expired 06/01/2023
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.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Plastic containers in rear Hand wash sink. Moved by manager.
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.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling tiles in prep areas are cardboard/acoustic style. Not smooth and easily cleanable. (Note : if ceiling tiles are observed to be soiled of not cleanable in future inspections, division will require tiles to be changed )
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Missing cove molding behind cooker / range.
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.