Jamaica Kitchen in Miami
Last inspected:
8736 Sw 72 St, Miami, FL 331733512Jamaica Kitchen in Miami has been inspected 25 times since 2016, accumulating 188 violations—an average of 7.5 per inspection, nearly 45% above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been a persistent concern, particularly management awareness lapses, food contact surface deficiencies, employee health policy failures, and improper chemical storage. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. Most recent inspections show sustained noncompliance: the November 17, 2025 inspection documented 30 violations including 7 high-priority findings (management awareness, food contact surfaces, consumer advisory, chemical storage, and employee health policy), and the August 13, 2025 inspection documented 24 violations including 4 high-priority findings. The most recent inspection was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Jamaica Kitchen in Miami: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
Jamaica Kitchen in Miami: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 2 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections22 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections21 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections21 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Jamaica Kitchen in Miami: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Jamaica Kitchen in Miami last inspected?
- Jamaica Kitchen in Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 28, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at Jamaica Kitchen in Miami?
- The most frequently cited violations at Jamaica Kitchen in Miami are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Jamaica Kitchen in Miami had?
- Jamaica Kitchen in Miami has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Jamaica Kitchen in Miami find?
- Jamaica Kitchen in Miami was most recently inspected on August 28, 2026 with 15 violation(s), including 7 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- Has Jamaica Kitchen in Miami ever been shut down?
- No, Jamaica Kitchen in Miami has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- 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 V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
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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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