Ackee Tree Jamaican Restaurant
Last inspected: Dec 19, 2025
78
Score
Ackee Tree Jamaican Restaurant has been inspected nine times since 2022. The most recent visit was on Dec 19, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around five violations each.
When inspectors have written things up, “no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
Restaurants in Oakland Park average 85, so Ackee Tree Jamaican Restaurant trails the local norm. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 19, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
78
Sep 4, 2025
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
74
Dec 6, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
61
Sep 6, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. No chlorine test strips available.
16-33-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Only incorrect 'PH' test strips available. Operator needs 'CHLORINE' test strips. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed oxtail, chicken, rice and beans, etc. all per operator, 36 hours or more. Operator date marked all. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
05-09-4
70
Mar 1, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed operator needs both Quaternary and Chlorine test strips. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed primary heavy white cutting board deeply soiled.
22-02-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at threshold of rear kitchen door. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed no door closer. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
74
Dec 27, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
61
Aug 7, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Front counter - beef (115-116F - Hot Holding). Per operator holding for less than an hour. Operator removed and placed back on stovetop to reheat. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles and gaskets. Back storage room.
23-24-4
Basic - Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
36-06-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mops stored on bathroom floor. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
61
Feb 21, 2023
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided handout to operator. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Prep area cutting board. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Cookline - food items stored in sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. One employee hired yesterday. Provided Foid Employee Reporting Agreement to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Printed TPHC form for operator and reviewed. **Corrective Action Taken**
03F-10-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Prep area.
22-16-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. On shelf with fresh fruit and vegetables. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator and operator posted. **Corrected On-Site**
51-13-4
52
Sep 21, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
25
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Ackee Tree Jamaican Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Ackee Tree Jamaican Restaurant on file is from Dec 19, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Ackee Tree Jamaican Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Ackee Tree Jamaican Restaurant.
How does Ackee Tree Jamaican Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Oakland Park?
Ackee Tree Jamaican Restaurant most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Oakland Park average of 85.
Has Ackee Tree Jamaican Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ackee Tree Jamaican Restaurant have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Ackee Tree Jamaican 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 Ackee Tree Jamaican Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Ackee Tree Jamaican Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.
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