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YUMMY YUMMY CARIBBEAN FOOD

195 BLANDING BLVD STE 3A, Orange Park FL 32073 · 904.541.4811

Last inspected Mar 9, 2026 · 11 visits since November 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats36
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2001406
Grade history
FEB 25
FEB 25
APR 25
SEP 25
MAR 26
▼ IMPROVING

5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.

Worst finding on record
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 2 live roaches observed; 1 live roach under flip top reach in cooler 1 live roach on shelf above flip top reach in cooler
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
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Disciplinary actions

3 cases · $1,600

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
5--2025048331Apr 24, 2025Nov 13, 2025$800
5--2025034835Feb 14, 2025Jul 29, 2025$400
5--2023005960Nov 9, 2022Mar 15, 2023$400

Inspection history

11 visits, newest first

Mar 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Container of medicine improperly stored. Container of medicine stored on shelf above prep table. Operator moved medicine to proper storage.
High priority/41-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw shrimp stored over opened pastry dough in walk-in freezer.
High priority/08A-02-6
Food stored on floor. Buckets of chicken base stored on the floor in the walk-in cooler.
Basic/08B-38-4
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water in bottom of flip top reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator removed the water.
Basic/29-49-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Sep 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Fish pastries at front counter warmer at 78F. Unit was found not turned on. Per operator, pastries prepared approximately 30 minutes prior. Operator placed pastries in oven to heat.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cabbage prepared on Friday(today is Monday) with no date marked in walk-in cooler.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Tin can used as scoop in bag of rice.
Basic/14-01-5
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk-in freezer floor is soiled.
Basic/36-73-4
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave is soiled.
Basic/22-08-4
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. House made candies for customer self-service at front counter have no labeling information.
Basic/02D-03-4
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. No choking poster available. Provided DBPR Form HR 5030-105 and operator posted.
Basic/51-13-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk-in cooler gasket is soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water observed in bottom of small flip top reach in cooler.
Basic/29-49-6
Apr 24, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. One live flying insect at front counter. One live flying insect at prep table. One live flying insect at triple sink.
High priority/35A-02-7
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. One live roach in mixing bowl for floor mixer. Operator killed and discarded live roach.
High priority/35A-05-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
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. Not available. Provided DBPR Form HR 5030-104.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrected On-Site
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up observed from cooling unit in walk in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4
No/incorrect handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Sign at handwash sink at front counter states "Techniques for Correct Handwashing". Provided DBPR Form HR 5030-111.
Basic/31B-04-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler gasket is soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Stored food not covered. Meat pastries on speed rack in freezer are not covered.
Basic/08B-12-5
Feb 18, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 17, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 9 live roaches found in the following areas; 5 live roaches under stovetop 1 live roach on wall to left of small flip top reach in cooler 1 live roach on shelf above mop sink 1 live roach at the fryer 1 live roach on wall in dining room(3rd booth on right)
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning/Return visit Feb 17, 2025 · Two live roaches observed; One live roach on floor at handwash sink at front counter One live roach on shelf above handwash sink at front counter Admin Complaint
Dead roaches on premises. 20 dead roaches observed in the following areas; 1 dead roach in interior of coffee pot with 1 egg sac 2 dead roaches under front handwash sink 1 dead roach under the coffee pot 4 dead roaches on shelving above small reach in cooler 2 dead roaches on stovetop 2 dead roaches on sheet pan above stovetop 1 dead roach on wall between rinse and sanitizer sinks 6 dead roaches in interior top of unused reach in cooler in kitchen 1 dead roach under three compartment sink Employee removed and discarded 4 of the total dead roaches
Basic/35A-03-4/Warning/Return visit Feb 17, 2025 · Three dead roaches in the following areas; One dead roach behind restroom door Two dead roaches on shelf above handwash sink at front counter Admin Complaint
Feb 14, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection

Ordered shut on the spot. 2 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 9 live roaches found in the following areas; 5 live roaches under stovetop 1 live roach on wall to left of small flip top reach in cooler 1 live roach on shelf above mop sink 1 live roach at the fryer 1 live roach on wall in dining room(3rd booth on right)
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
Dead roaches on premises. 20 dead roaches observed in the following areas; 1 dead roach in interior of coffee pot with 1 egg sac 2 dead roaches under front handwash sink 1 dead roach under the coffee pot 4 dead roaches on shelving above small reach in cooler 2 dead roaches on stovetop 2 dead roaches on sheet pan above stovetop 1 dead roach on wall between rinse and sanitizer sinks 6 dead roaches in interior top of unused reach in cooler in kitchen 1 dead roach under three compartment sink Employee removed and discarded 4 of the total dead roaches
Basic/35A-03-4/Warning
Feb 14, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 2 live roaches observed; 1 live roach under flip top reach in cooler 1 live roach on shelf above flip top reach in cooler
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning/Return visit Feb 14, 2025 · 8 live roaches found in the following areas; 5 live roaches under stovetop 1 live roach on wall to left of small flip top reach in cooler 1 live roach on shelf above mop sink 1 live roach at the fryer Admin Complaint
Dead roaches on premises. 28 dead roaches observed in the following areas; 1 dead roach on plastic bag above shelf at mop sink. 17 dead roaches by floor mixer 1 dead roach behind fryer 1 dead roach on food scale 8 dead roaches on shelving above flip top reach in cooler Operator removed and discarded all dead roaches during inspection.
Basic/35A-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning/Return visit Feb 14, 2025 · 20 dead roaches observed in the following areas; 1 dead roach in interior of coffee pot with 1 egg sac 2 dead roaches under front handwash sink 1 dead roach under the coffee pot 4 dead roaches on shelving above small reach in cooler 2 dead roaches on stovetop 2 dead roaches on sheet pan above stovetop 1 dead roach on wall between rinse and sanitizer sinks 6 dead roaches in interior top of unused reach in cooler in kitchen 1 dead roach under three compartment sink Employee removed and discarded 4 of the total dead roaches Admin Complaint Corrective Action Taken
Feb 13, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 19 violations recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority4 Intermediate11 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Grocery bag with peppers in direct contact with bag in walk in cooler.
High priority/14-31-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler, container of opened raw goat stored on top of canned soda and whole peppers.
High priority/08A-05-6
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 2 live roaches observed; 1 live roach under flip top reach in cooler 1 live roach on shelf above flip top reach in cooler
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice held in pan above stove at 74F. Employee states left out of cooler for approximately 15 minutes. Rice placed on steamtable to reheat and 20 minutes later at 172F.
High priority/03B-01-6
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of small fryer with heavily soiled fryer basket with old food in basket on shelf under steamtable.
Intermediate/22-02-4
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator has pH test strips but uses chlorine. No chlorine test kit available.
Intermediate/16-37-1
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No proof of food handler training for Rosmie hired over 60 days ago.
Intermediate/53B-02-5
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Unable to dispense paper towels from dispenser at handwash sink at mop sink.
Intermediate/31B-05-4
Dead roaches on premises. 28 dead roaches observed in the following areas; 1 dead roach on plastic bag above shelf at mop sink. 17 dead roaches by floor mixer 1 dead roach behind fryer 1 dead roach on food scale 8 dead roaches on shelving above flip top reach in cooler Operator removed and discarded all dead roaches during inspection.
Basic/35A-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Duct tape used on hose at mop sink. Both gaskets on lobby drink reach in cooler are torn. Two ceiling tiles missing to left of back exit.
Basic/14-71-4
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone on prep table in kitchen.
Basic/40-06-5/Repeat Violation
Floor/wall/ceiling tile/ceiling vent soiled/has accumulation of debris. Multiple ceiling tiles at back of prep and ware washing area are stained/soiled.
Basic/36-73-4/Repeat Violation
Food stored on floor. In walk in cooler, buckets of chicken base stored on the floor.
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave is soiled.
Basic/22-08-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler gasket and gaskets on 2 door reach in cooler behind front counter are soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Stored food not covered. Multiple tubs of raw meats stored in walk in cooler with no covering.
Basic/08B-12-5
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw pork and raw goat thawing in three compartment sink with no running water. Employee moved all to walk in cooler.
Basic/06-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are presented. Forks stored loose in original bulk box. Employee touched several food contact area of the forks before retrieving one for take out customer. Take out forks stored loose in original bulk box. Employee with bare hands, touched several food contact areas of the forks before retrieving one for take out customer.
Basic/25-02-4
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop stored in mop sink, not hung to dry.
Basic/42-01-4
Aug 7, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. In walk in cooler, raw ginger and raw meat in direct contact with to go bags.
High priority/14-31-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
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. One employee who was hired a few days ago did not have employee responsibility signed. Manager had employee sign and date while inspector present.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed one employee, who was not handling food, eating on make line.
Basic/12B-02-4
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on prep table on make line. Employee removed phone.
Basic/40-06-5
Floor, walls and or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Wall next to walk in cooler is soiled.
Basic/36-73-4/Repeat Violation
Food stored on floor. On floor in walk in cooler, two containers of chicken soup base. Manager removed. Case of cooking oil on ground by fryers. Manager removed.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior microwave on make line has build up of food.
Basic/22-08-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters have grease build up.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Utensils in poor condition. Knife on rack by triple sink has dents and bent tip.
Basic/14-12-4
Apr 29, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Household trash bags used for storage of raw meats with meat in direct contact with bags. Operator states original boxes were damaged.
High priority/14-31-5
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. No proof available. Inspector provided DBPR Form HR 5030-103 and both establishment's employees signed during inspection.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrected On-Site
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Training certificate for Marie P. is a photocopy.
Intermediate/53B-09-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled and debris present along back wall under stove.
Basic/36-73-4
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior top and sides of kitchen microwave is soiled.
Basic/22-08-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on walk in cooler door and small reach in cooler in kitchen are soiled.
Basic/23-03-4
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water present in small one-door reach in cooler in kitchen.
Basic/29-49-6
Nov 14, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate1 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. No written procedures available. Provided DBPR 5030-104 to operator.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrected On-Site
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Food handler training certificate for Marie F. is a photocopy. Operator states original in employee's possession.
Intermediate/53B-09-4
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand wash sink by mop sink is detaching from the wall. Operator states repair has been scheduled.
Basic/29-08-4/Corrective Action Taken
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Fire extinguisher at back door exit in red zone.
/45-02-4

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