Andrew Pandrew's Jerk Hut a Jamaican Drive up Eatery

1045 E Hillsborough Ave, Tampa, FL 33603
African
Last inspected: Nov 18, 2025
52
Score
High Risk

Andrew Pandrew's Jerk Hut a Jamaican Drive up Eatery has been inspected nine times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Nov 18, 2025. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around 13 violations, down from roughly 18 violations earlier in the record.

When inspectors have written things up, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been the most frequent reason, cited six times.

The city-wide average sits at 79, which Andrew Pandrew's Jerk Hut a Jamaican Drive up Eatery's 52 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

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Inspections
0
Critical latest
4
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 18, 2025
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed some cutting boards are stained at time of inspection
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed small bucket in hand wash sink by front sales window at time of inspection.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink in kitchen at time of inspection.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed bulk items like salt and sugar not labeled on back shelf storage at time of inspection
02D-02-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed clear plastic bowl in bulk seasoning bucket stored on shelf by back door at time of inspection.
14-01-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured. Observed carbon dioxide tank by soda fountain not secured at time of inspection.
51-11-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee water bottle on counter next to Togo bags in front kitchen at time of inspection n
12B-07-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floors soiled behind kitchen equipment at time of inspection.
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed sides of stove and other kitchen equipment soiled at time of inspection n
23-03-4
52
Feb 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-10: **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-10: **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Small bucket stored inside hand sink in front kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-10: **Time Extended**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-10: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-10: **Time Extended**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-10: **Time Extended**
41-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Front kitchen area **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-10: **Time Extended**
51-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-10: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-10: **Time Extended**
21-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light not functioning. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-10: **Time Extended**
36-62-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with dust and grease **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-10: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-10: **Time Extended**
42-01-4
39
Jan 27, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 8 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
50-17-3
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. **Warning**
41-17-4
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. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Small bucket stored inside hand sink in front kitchen area. **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Hand sink in front kitchen area is in disrepair and not operational for use of washing hands. **Warning**
31A-04-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Ileana Mendez Person In Charge **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53B-01-5
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. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Front kitchen area **Warning**
51-11-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Warning**
21-04-4
Basic - Light not functioning. **Warning**
36-62-4
Basic - No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Mop sink is no outside. A bowl is on the back kitchen floor near the hand sink not plumbed with cold and hot water. **Warning**
29-27-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with dust and grease **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand sink in front kitchen area is not operational for use of washing hands. **Warning**
29-08-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
42-01-4
26
Oct 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: **Admin Complaint**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Stephania Pierre Caseneuve Operator in kitchen **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: **Admin Complaint**
16-37-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: **Admin Complaint**
11-26-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked foods in Walk-In-Cooler **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: **Admin Complaint**
02C-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: **Admin Complaint**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: **Admin Complaint**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: **Admin Complaint**
36-12-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in white reach-in freezer with glass top **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: **Admin Complaint**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: **Admin Complaint**
21-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: **Admin Complaint**
51-13-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Both Handwashing sinks **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: **Admin Complaint**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with dust, grease and food debris **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: **Admin Complaint**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Utility lines are unnecessarily exposed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: **Admin Complaint**
36-04-5
30
Jul 29, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 9 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 23 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
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. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bucket in front kitchen Handwashing Sink **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Stephania Pierre Caseneuve Operator in kitchen **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Both Handwashing sinks **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
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. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Front kitchen Handwashing sink **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked foods in Walk-In-Cooler **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach near back kitchen door. Operator removed, cleaned and sanitized area. **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Back kitchen area **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. **Warning**
36-12-4
Basic - Ice buildup in white reach-in freezer with glass top **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Warning**
21-04-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Both Handwashing sinks **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with dust, grease and food debris **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Utility lines are unnecessarily exposed. **Warning**
36-04-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning**
42-01-4
18
Feb 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-3
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.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bucket stored in front kitchen hand sink
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front kitchen area
31B-02-4
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.
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Front kitchen area
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-13-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal jacket stored on above a food preparation area
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
36-73-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Front kitchen area
31B-04-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected during operation.
35B-05-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
33
Sep 7, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
55
Mar 28, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Grill top with encrusted debris
22-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Foods in walk-in-cooler **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the corner small cutting board in front kitchen area with to go bags. Food containers in walk-in-cooler soiled.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
36-32-5
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing.
36-03-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris and grease
36-73-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Front and back kitchen area
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with dust and
23-03-4
Basic - Utility lines preventing proper floor cleaning.
36-05-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. In front kitchen area hand sink
29-11-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
47
Dec 14, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Walk-in-cooler **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-14: **Time Extended**
02C-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-14: **Time Extended**
51-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-14: **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-14: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-14: **Time Extended**
21-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-14: **Time Extended**
21-12-4
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Andrew Pandrew's Jerk Hut a Jamaican Drive up Eatery last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Andrew Pandrew's Jerk Hut a Jamaican Drive up Eatery on file is from Nov 18, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Andrew Pandrew's Jerk Hut a Jamaican Drive up Eatery?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Andrew Pandrew's Jerk Hut a Jamaican Drive up Eatery.

How does Andrew Pandrew's Jerk Hut a Jamaican Drive up Eatery compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Andrew Pandrew's Jerk Hut a Jamaican Drive up Eatery most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.

Has Andrew Pandrew's Jerk Hut a Jamaican Drive up Eatery's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Andrew Pandrew's Jerk Hut a Jamaican Drive up Eatery have averaged around 13 violations per visit, down from roughly 18 earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Andrew Pandrew's Jerk Hut a Jamaican Drive up Eatery means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Andrew Pandrew's Jerk Hut a Jamaican Drive up Eatery inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Andrew Pandrew's Jerk Hut a Jamaican Drive up Eatery is inspected around three times per year on average.