Authentic Island Jerk

1702 S Pebble Beach Blvd, Sun City Center, FL 33573

African

Last inspected: Jan 9, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Authentic Island Jerk has four inspections on file, the first dated 2023. On Jan 9, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around zero violations lately and about eight violations before that.

Across the inspection history, “food stored on floor” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Compared to the broader Sun City Center restaurant scene, where the average is 64, this is a stronger showing. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Jan 9, 2026

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Nov 6, 2025

Routine - Food

4 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Shed located outside with two coolers and food storage items.

51-16-7

Intermediate - Nonself-sufficient mobile food dispensing vehicle operating from an unapproved commissary. Shed located outside with two coolers and food storage items inside.

51-22-4

Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Manager placed more soap at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-06-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Cutting board on hand wash sink. Removed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Basic - Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Tape on reach in freezer door located in shed.

14-71-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Fryer oil on floor. **Repeat Violation**

08B-38-4

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Shrimp and fish thawing at room temperature.

06-01-5

Jul 14, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.

View 9 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Plantains 110 F, operator states he serves at room temperature. Discussed time as a public health control. Ribs 113F, advised operator to place in warmer.

03B-01-6

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Chemical spray bottle not labeled near handwash sink.

41-17-4

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils in standing water temped 102F.

10-07-4

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave.

22-08-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth on prep table.

21-12-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour not labeled above 3 Compartment Sink.

02D-01-5

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink next flour.

12B-07-4

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed operator preparing food with no hair restraint.

13-03-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Cabbage on floor near register, operator removed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Jan 13, 2023

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Authentic Island Jerk last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Authentic Island Jerk on file is from Jan 9, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Authentic Island Jerk?

Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Authentic Island Jerk.

How does Authentic Island Jerk compare to other restaurants in Sun City Center?

Authentic Island Jerk most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Sun City Center average of 64.

Has Authentic Island Jerk's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Authentic Island Jerk have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Authentic Island Jerk 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 Authentic Island Jerk inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Authentic Island Jerk is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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