Jacmel Caribbean Restaurant in Lehigh Acres
Last inspected:
1000 Lee Blvd Ste 301, Lehigh Acres, FL 33936Jacmel Caribbean Restaurant in Lehigh Acres has accumulated 228 violations across 34 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.7 per visit. The facility was shut down once for rodent activity and has faced 5 disciplinary actions totaling $1,280 in fines. In October 2024, inspectors issued an emergency order after finding 8 violations, including 1 high-priority issue. Fire safety records document a propane tank larger than code limits stored inside the building during the restaurant's previous operation as Taste the Best in 2017.
Most recent closure: October 23, 2024 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Jacmel Caribbean Restaurant in Lehigh Acres: Comparison to Lee County Averages
This Facility
6.7
violations / inspection
6.7 violations per inspection
Lee County Avg
4.36
violations / inspection
4.36 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Lee County Avg
0.1
closures / facility
0.1 county average
Jacmel Caribbean Restaurant in Lehigh Acres: Emergency Closure History (1)
Jacmel Caribbean Restaurant in Lehigh Acres: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (5)
Total fines on record: $1,280.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024060979 | $400.00 | Oct 23, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2022009123 | $160.00 | Jan 31, 2022 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 7--2019010173 | $360.00 | Feb 15, 2019 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 7--2015018540 | $160.00 | Apr 13, 2015 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2015006187 | $200.00 | Feb 10, 2015 | Fort Lauderdale |
Jacmel Caribbean Restaurant in Lehigh Acres: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Jacmel Caribbean Restaurant in Lehigh Acres: Full Inspection History — DBPR (34)
— 1 inspection7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections12 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections26 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections23 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections24 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections22 violations · 14 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections23 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Jacmel Caribbean Restaurant in Lehigh Acres: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Jacmel Caribbean Restaurant in Lehigh Acres last inspected?
- Jacmel Caribbean Restaurant in Lehigh Acres was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 3, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Jacmel Caribbean Restaurant in Lehigh Acres last shut down?
- Jacmel Caribbean Restaurant in Lehigh Acres was last shut down on October 23, 2024 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Jacmel Caribbean Restaurant in Lehigh Acres?
- The most frequently cited violations at Jacmel Caribbean Restaurant in Lehigh Acres are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Jacmel Caribbean Restaurant in Lehigh Acres had?
- Jacmel Caribbean Restaurant in Lehigh Acres has had 34 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Jacmel Caribbean Restaurant in Lehigh Acres find?
- Jacmel Caribbean Restaurant in Lehigh Acres was most recently inspected on February 3, 2026 with 11 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Jacmel Caribbean Restaurant in Lehigh Acres ever been shut down?
- Yes, Jacmel Caribbean Restaurant in Lehigh Acres has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?
- Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
- Has Jacmel Caribbean Restaurant in Lehigh Acres had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Jacmel Caribbean Restaurant in Lehigh Acres has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Jacmel Caribbean Restaurant in Lehigh Acres faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Jacmel Caribbean Restaurant in Lehigh Acres has 5 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,280.00 in fines.
- How much has Jacmel Caribbean Restaurant in Lehigh Acres been fined?
- Jacmel Caribbean Restaurant in Lehigh Acres has been fined a total of $1,280.00 across 5 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Jacmel Caribbean Restaurant in Lehigh Acres operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Taste the Best (2017).
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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