Jamaica Mi Hungry
Last inspected: Feb 12, 2025
70
Score
Inspectors have visited Jamaica Mi Hungry 12 times, with records going back to 2022. Jamaica Mi Hungry was last inspected on Feb 12, 2025. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near five violations each time.
Looking across the full record, “ventilation hood systems filters” is the recurring theme, flagged six times.
That's lower than the typical Jamaica Plain restaurant, which scores around 83. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
12
Inspections
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Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 12, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Capacity-quantity and availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Hot water throughout the establishement observed fluctuating between 80F-111F. Repair.
590.005/5-103.11-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Numerous container of cooked food stored in the walk in unit observed without date marking. Provide made/discard date. Per CFPM foods were cooked and prepped the night before.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood vent observed soiled. Clean to remove
590.004/4-202.18-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Warewashing area handsink observed leaking. Repair
590.005/5-205.15-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker observed expired 2.5.25. Provide updated sticker from a licensed hood cleaning company.
590.006/6-501.14-C
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Jun 26, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: 6.11.24 Prep sink faucet observed leaking. Repair
590.005/5-205.15-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: 6.11.24 Walking cooler condensor observed leaking water on the floor. 4 heating bulbs not working at the hot holding warmer .Repair
590.004/4-501.11-C
90
Jun 3, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Multiple trays of RTE food stored in the refrigerator walkin observed without date marking. Provide. Per CFPM food was prep earlier today 6.3. 24
590.003/3-501.17-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Exterior of hot holding cabine and refrigerator door observed soiled from visible hand prints interor of heating oven observed heavily soiled from carbon build up. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Walking cooler condensor observed leaking water on the floor.. Repair
590.004/4-501.11-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple containers of food observed stored in the walkin without cover. Provide and maintain.
590.003/3-302.11-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple squeze bottles and bulk storage observed without lables. Provide lables.
590.003/3-302.12-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Observed portion cup stored in jerk sauce bulk (use proper utensil). Discontinue.
590.003/3-304.12-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Prep sink faucet observed leaking. Repair
590.005/5-205.15-C
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May 20, 2024
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Capacity-quantity and availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Hot water throughout the establishement observed fluctuating between 56F-115F. Repair.
590.005/5-103.11-PF
90
Apr 23, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food disposition (p)
Inspector notes: Multiple trays of RTE food stored in the refrigerator walkin observed without date marking. Provide. Per CFPM food was prep earlier today 4.23.24
590.003/3-501.18-P
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: No procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events on site. Provide
590.002/2-501.11-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed hand sink blocked by trash can. Discontinue. Corrected on site by CFPM
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Capacity-quantity and availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Hot water throughout the establishement observed fluctuating between 56F-115F. Repair.
590.005/5-103.11-PF
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Walking cooler condensor observed leaking water. Repair
590.004/4-501.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Interior and exterior of 2 door refrigeration unit in the kitchen observed soiled cook range observed soiled with heavy carbon build up heavily soiled flat grill. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: Provide conspicous thermometer in all refrigeration units and walkin .
590.004/4-204.112-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker observed expired 03.09.23. Provide updated sticker.
590.004/4-202.18-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple squeze bottles and bulk storage observed without lables. Provide lables.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood and filters observed heavily soiled . Provide proper cleaning.
590.006/6-501.14-C
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Feb 7, 2023
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all loose trash and debris open areas near the entrances are being addressed during hours of operation to reduce the harborage of rodents
590.006/6-501.111-C
Storage refuse recyclables and returnable (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all loose debris in the rear of the restaurant
590.005/5-501.110-C
Covering receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure the lid of the dumpster as well as the side sliding door is tightly closed when not in use to redyce potential rodent activity
590.005/5-501.113-C
86
Jan 13, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 11 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Compliance with food law (p)
Inspector notes: All foods served at the facility shall be purchased from a proper wholesale distributer - not from other retail food establishments such as a " Market Basket" - address
590.003(A)/3-201.11-P
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Raw protiens stored above fresh produce in the refrigeration unit - relocate and store properly as discussed
590.003/3-302.11-P
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of rodent activity noted during inspection - IPM report shall be provided upon re-inspection
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove heavy grease and grime
590.004/4-202.18-C
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinue the use of sponges to clean utensils
590.004/4-101.16-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all loose trash and debris open areas near the entrances are being addressed during hours of operation to reduce the harborage of rodents
590.006/6-501.111-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floors to remove all visible soils especially underneath the cooking equipment
590.006/6-101.11-C
Cleaning receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Clean inside and outside daily to remove food soils
590.005/5-501.116-C
Covering receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure the lid of the dumpster as well as the side sliding door is tightly closed when not in use to redyce potential rodent activity
590.005/5-501.113-C
Storage refuse recyclables and returnable (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all loose debris in the rear of the restaurant
590.005/5-501.110-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean inside and outside of all refrigeration / freezer units - cooking equipment and bulk food storage bins from all visible soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up as discussed - the use of color coded buckets is advised
590.003/3-304.14-C
Washing fruits and vegetables (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure the basin of the prep sink is clean before using tap water to rinse off produce
590.003/3-302.15-C
Prohibition-jewelry (c)
Inspector notes: Employees dispensing foods shall refrain from wearing long braclets when serving foods to the public
590.002/2-303.11-C
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Jan 5, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Compliance with food law (p)
Inspector notes: All foods served at the facility shall be purchased from a proper wholesale distributer - not from other retail food establishments such as a " Market Basket" - address
590.003(A)/3-201.11-P
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Raw protiens stored above fresh produce in the refrigeration unit - relocate and store properly as discussed
590.003/3-302.11-P
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of rodent activity noted during inspection - IPM report shall be provided upon re-inspection
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Washing fruits and vegetables (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure the basin of the prep sink is clean before using tap water to rinse off produce
590.003/3-302.15-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean inside and outside of all refrigeration / freezer units - cooking equipment and bulk food storage bins from all visible soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinue the use of sponges to clean utensils
590.004/4-101.16-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove heavy grease and grime
590.004/4-202.18-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean floors to remove all visible soils especially underneath the cooking equipment
590.006/6-101.11-C
Cleaning receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Clean inside and outside daily to remove food soils
590.005/5-501.116-C
Prohibition-jewelry (c)
Inspector notes: Employees dispensing foods shall refrain from wearing long braclets when serving foods to the public
590.002/2-303.11-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up as discussed - the use of color coded buckets is advised
590.003/3-304.14-C
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Sep 8, 2022
Routine
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
(a) & (c) responsibility of permit holder person in charge and conditional employees (p)
Inspector notes: Discontinue to allow children and other non- employees / food handlers to reside in the kitchen and other food prepration areas of the restaurant during hours of operation to minimize potential contamination and hazzards
590.002(E)/2-201.11-P
Preventing contamination from hands (pf)
Inspector notes: Large steel spatula and utensils inside the basin of the hand sink on the cooking lime - discontinue and keep clear as discussed
590.003(C)/3-301.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Evidence of rodent activity on site - visible deep rat burrows outside on the lawn and in front and behind the dumpster / trash areass - contact your pest control company and provide and IPM report upon re-inspection
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Keep all foods elevated off the kitchen floors when working and / or preparing foods - largs plastic basins of chicken marinating on the kitchen floor should be stored inside the refrigerated walk-in upon completion of preperation and kept at least six inches off the floors to reduce potential contamination
590.003/3-302.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Clean all floors walls and ceilings where needed from visible food spills stains and soils in the kitchen / prpe food locations
590.006/6-201.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean inside and outside of all refrigeration / freezer units - exterior of all cooking equipment -- table tops shelving units and exterior of bulk food storage bins where needed from visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
Wiping cloths air drying location (c)
Inspector notes: Several in use wiping cloths scattered throughout the kitchen - store in an enclosed container to reduce potential contamination
590.004/4-901.12-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up seperate buckets as discussed for raw and ready to eat foods - color coordinated sanitizing buckets often can assist in confusion of potential contamination when setting up
590.003/3-304.14-C
58
Apr 27, 2022
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove any broken or unused equipment inside the restaurant
590.006/6-501.114-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure PIC on site has a copy of their current food safety certificate available
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
90
Apr 20, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 14 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Preventing contamination from hands (pf)
Inspector notes: Hand sinks blocked with soiled pots and pans - keep clear so staff can wash hands properly
590.003(C)/3-301.11-PF
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Clearly and properly label to identify the comtents of all bulk food containers as discussed
590.003/3-302.12-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up as discussed with one for raw foods - other for ready to eat foods
590.003/3-304.14-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all broken and un used equipment in the back - ensure all personal items are stored segragated away from food service areas
590.006/6-501.114-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove any broken or unused equipment inside the restaurant
590.006/6-501.114-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Clean all areas with visible food spills stains and soils - especially the floors underneath the cooking equipment and behind against the walls
590.006/6-201.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean in between all cooking euipment as well as the interior of the oven and exterior from food spills - clean inside all refrigeration / freezer units from all visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: Window of the food thermometer is cloudy - clean or replace if needed - cannot see the actual final cooking temperature
590.004/4-204.112-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Clkean the vents in the hood where needed from carbon deposits and soils
590.004/4-202.18-C
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinue using absorbant sponges to clean cutting boards - use for NON food contact surfaces is ok
590.004/4-101.16-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all staff are wearing proper hair restraints while worjing with foods especiall ready to eat foods
590.002/2-402.11-C
(a) certified food protection manager (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure PIC on site has a copy of their current food safety certificate available
590.002(C)/2-102.12-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Cover all exposed foods in the walk-in during extended periods of refrigeration / freezer storage
590.003/3-302.11-C
Washing fruits and vegetables (c)
Inspector notes: Identify prep sink in the kitchen clearly and keep the inside basin clean and clutter frre when not in use
590.003/3-302.15-C
Drying mops (c)
Inspector notes: Store elevated off the floors when not in use
590.006/6-501.16-C
45
Apr 11, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 12 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Preventing contamination from hands (pf)
Inspector notes: Hand sinks blocked with soiled pots and pans - keep clear so staff can wash hands properly
590.003(C)/3-301.11-PF
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Clkean the vents in the hood where needed from carbon deposits and soils
590.004/4-202.18-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Clean in between all cooking euipment as well as the interior of the oven and exterior from food spills - clean inside all refrigeration / freezer units from all visible food spills stains and soils
590.004/4-602.13-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Clean all areas with visible food spills stains and soils - especially the floors underneath the cooking equipment and behind against the walls
590.006/6-201.11-C
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinue using absorbant sponges to clean cutting boards - use for NON food contact surfaces is ok
590.004/4-101.16-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up as discussed with one for raw foods - other for ready to eat foods
590.003/3-304.14-C
Washing fruits and vegetables (c)
Inspector notes: Identify prep sink in the kitchen clearly and keep the inside basin clean and clutter frre when not in use
590.003/3-302.15-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Clearly and properly label to identify the comtents of all bulk food containers as discussed
590.003/3-302.12-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Clean to remove all broken and un used equipment in the back - ensure all personal items are stored segragated away from food service areas
590.006/6-501.114-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Cover all exposed foods in the walk-in during extended periods of refrigeration / freezer storage
590.003/3-302.11-C
Drying mops (c)
Inspector notes: Store elevated off the floors when not in use
590.006/6-501.16-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all staff are wearing proper hair restraints while worjing with foods especiall ready to eat foods
590.002/2-402.11-C
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: Window of the food thermometer is cloudy - clean or replace if needed - cannot see the actual final cooking temperature
590.004/4-204.112-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Jamaica Mi Hungry last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Jamaica Mi Hungry on file is from Feb 12, 2025. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Jamaica Mi Hungry?
Across the inspection record, “ventilation hood systems filters” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Jamaica Mi Hungry.
How does Jamaica Mi Hungry compare to other restaurants in Jamaica Plain?
Jamaica Mi Hungry most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Jamaica Plain average of 83.
Has Jamaica Mi Hungry's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Jamaica Mi Hungry have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Jamaica Mi Hungry means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Jamaica Mi Hungry inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Jamaica Mi Hungry is inspected around four times per year on average.
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