Jamaica's Best Restaurant

1614 Blue Hill Av, Mattapan, MA 02126

African

Last inspected: Feb 10, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Jamaica's Best Restaurant has been inspected six times since 2023. On Feb 10, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

Compared to the broader Mattapan restaurant scene, this is about average. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 10, 2026

Routine

4 minor violations.

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Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)

Inspector notes: Clean floor inside walk in cooler to remove visible soil.

590.006/6-201.11-C

Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)

Inspector notes: Exhausthood sticker expired service by license hood cleaner and provide current sticker.

590.006/6-501.14-C

Handwashing signage (c)

Inspector notes: No hand wash signage at sink provide.

590.006/6-301.14-C

Outer openings protected (c)

Inspector notes: Rear opening at exit door.

590.006/6-202.15-C

May 22, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jan 15, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Nov 4, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

May 9, 2024

Routine

3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)

Inspector notes: No hand soap at the hand sink near the front counter. Provide soap.

590.006/6-301.11-PF

Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)

Inspector notes: No test kit for the 3 bay sink. Provide proper test kit.

590.004/4-302.14-PF

Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)

Inspector notes: No vomit and diarrhea kit. Provide vomit and diarrhea kit. Emailed PIC list of supplies and instructions.

590.002/2-501.11-PF

Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)

Inspector notes: Observed a worn/torn gasket on the walk in freezer unit. Repair.

590.004/4-501.11-C

Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)

Inspector notes: Observed food items being stored in tupperware. Provide food grade containers with lids for food items . Discontinue using tupperware.

590.003/3-305.11-C

Nov 6, 2023

Routine

4 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Maintaining refuse areas and enclosures (c)

Inspector notes: Clean to remove all loose debris oild rusted iron shelving units in the rear of the store to reduce potential rodent activity

590.005/5-501.115-C

Designated areas-employee accommodations for eating / drinking/smoking (c)

Inspector notes: Set up the table and chairs [ employee area ] in the back area of the restaurant as we disussed so staff can eat and break in their own segragated area of the restaurant

590.006/6-403.11-C

Light bulbs protective shielding (c)

Inspector notes: Replace missing covers to the lights in the ceiling where needed

590.006/6-202.11-C

Storage refuse recyclables and returnable (c)

Inspector notes: Exchange the current container case the grease canister is located if you cannot remove all visible grease and grime deposits - You can always change grease removal companies if need be

590.005/5-501.110-C

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Jamaica's Best Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Jamaica's Best Restaurant on file is from Feb 10, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

How does Jamaica's Best Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Mattapan?

Jamaica's Best Restaurant most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Mattapan average of 84.

Has Jamaica's Best Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Jamaica's Best Restaurant have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Jamaica's Best Restaurant means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Jamaica's Best Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Jamaica's Best Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.

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