Jamaica Jamaica Island Cuisine in Tampa
Last inspected:
8206 W Waters Ave #116, Tampa, FL 33615Jamaica Jamaica Island Cuisine in Tampa has accumulated 222 violations across 27 inspections since 2017, averaging 8.2 per visit. The restaurant was shut down once for rodent activity. State records document one fire safety violation involving a small fryer positioned under a microwave with no hood suppression system. The facility has faced three disciplinary actions totaling $900 in fines, with the largest penalty reaching $400. Recurring violations include employee health policy, consumer advisory, and adequate lighting issues.
Most recent closure: October 3, 2018 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Jamaica Jamaica Island Cuisine in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
8.1
violations / inspection
8.1 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg
5.74
violations / inspection
5.74 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Hillsborough County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
Jamaica Jamaica Island Cuisine in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (1)
Jamaica Jamaica Island Cuisine in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $900.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022036125 | $300.00 | Jun 27, 2022 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2021028491 | $200.00 | Apr 15, 2021 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2018054339 | $400.00 | Oct 3, 2018 | Miami (Doral) |
Jamaica Jamaica Island Cuisine in Tampa: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
Small fryer under microwave in back kitchen.
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.
Jamaica Jamaica Island Cuisine in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections18 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections18 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections21 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 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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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 3 inspections22 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections17 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections13 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
— 5 inspections28 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections29 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Jamaica Jamaica Island Cuisine in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Jamaica Jamaica Island Cuisine in Tampa last inspected?
- Jamaica Jamaica Island Cuisine in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 22, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- When was Jamaica Jamaica Island Cuisine in Tampa last shut down?
- Jamaica Jamaica Island Cuisine in Tampa was last shut down on October 3, 2018 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 Jamaica Jamaica Island Cuisine in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Jamaica Jamaica Island Cuisine in Tampa are: Employee health policy, Adequate lighting, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Jamaica Jamaica Island Cuisine in Tampa had?
- Jamaica Jamaica Island Cuisine in Tampa has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Jamaica Jamaica Island Cuisine in Tampa find?
- Jamaica Jamaica Island Cuisine in Tampa was most recently inspected on April 22, 2026 with 5 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Jamaica Jamaica Island Cuisine in Tampa ever been shut down?
- Yes, Jamaica Jamaica Island Cuisine in Tampa has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- 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.
- Has Jamaica Jamaica Island Cuisine in Tampa had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Jamaica Jamaica Island Cuisine in Tampa has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Jamaica Jamaica Island Cuisine in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Jamaica Jamaica Island Cuisine in Tampa has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $900.00 in fines.
- How much has Jamaica Jamaica Island Cuisine in Tampa been fined?
- Jamaica Jamaica Island Cuisine in Tampa has been fined a total of $900.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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).
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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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