Irie Jamaican Style Restaurant

851 Washington St, Dorchester, MA 02124

African

Last inspected: Jan 9, 2023

Score

Medium Risk

With just two inspections in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 9, 2023. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either. The most recent inspection at Irie Jamaican Style Restaurant is from Jan 9, 2023, and nothing newer appears in the public record.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around six violations per visit versus roughly four violations earlier in the record.

“Wiping cloths use limitation” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Compared to other Dorchester restaurants (averaging 86), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 9, 2023

Routine

6 minor violations.

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Wiping cloths use limitation (c)

Inspector notes: Soiled wiping cloths observed being left out on counter tops with no sanitizing solution. Provide.

590.003/3-304.14-C

Warewashing sinks and drain boards self-draining (c)

Inspector notes: Drain plugs not available at the time of the inspection. Provide in order to properly wash rinse and sanitize all equipment.

590.004/4-204.119-C

System maintained in good repair (c)

Inspector notes: Single bay sink in the main kitchen is leaking. Repair or replace.

590.005/5-205.15-C

Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)

Inspector notes: Portion of ceiling locted in front of the restroom damaged and sagging. Address and make any necessary repairs.

590.006/6-201.11-C

(a) certified food protection manager (c)

Inspector notes: No one on site with a current Food Allergen Certification. Provide.

590.002(C)/2-102.12-C

Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)

Inspector notes: Several squeeze bottles filled with sauces have no labels. Provide.

590.003/3-302.12-C

Jun 14, 2022

Routine

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

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(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)

Inspector notes: Cooked chicken inside of the front steam table at 112F. Discontinue and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at 135F and above. All other foods inside of the steam table were at over 135F. Chicken to be reheated to ensure no bacterial growth.

590.003/3-501.16-P1

Wiping cloths use limitation (c)

Inspector notes: Soiled wiping lcoths observed being left out on conter tops. Discontinue and provide a proper sanitzing solution.

590.003/3-304.14-C

Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)

Inspector notes: No food thermometer observed inside of the single door refrigeration unit in the back kitchen area. Provide.

590.004/4-204.112-C

Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)

Inspector notes: Card board being used to line top of freezer. Disncontinue use and ensure all surfaces remain cleanable durable and smooth.

590.004/4-202.16-C

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Irie Jamaican Style Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Irie Jamaican Style Restaurant on file is from Jan 9, 2023. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Irie Jamaican Style Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “wiping cloths use limitation” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Irie Jamaican Style Restaurant.

How does Irie Jamaican Style Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Dorchester?

Irie Jamaican Style Restaurant most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Dorchester average of 86.

Has Irie Jamaican Style Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Irie Jamaican Style Restaurant have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Irie Jamaican Style Restaurant means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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