Better Jerk Jamaican Restaurant

1480 South Ridgewood Ave, Daytona Beach, FL 32114

African

Last inspected: Jan 9, 2026

Score

High Risk

Public records show nine inspections at Better Jerk Jamaican Restaurant stretching back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Jan 9, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around three violations to closer to seven violations per visit.

Looking across the full record, “no handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

That's lower than the typical Daytona Beach restaurant, which scores around 71. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 9, 2026

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used

FL-32

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Cleanable and Properly Maintained

FL-49

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Jul 15, 2025

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used

FL-32

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Jan 21, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. -Togo backs used to cover cooking rice

14-15-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -wrong verbiage by prep sink

31B-04-4

Aug 6, 2024

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Ice buildup in chest freezer.

14-69-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -bar and by dishwasher wrong verbiage

31B-04-4

Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. -floor soiled under dish machine

36-10-4

Jan 24, 2024

Routine - Food

3 major violations.

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Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. -procedure incomplete

03F-10-5

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -container stored in handsink by 3 compartment sink

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. -new hire **Corrected On-Site**

11-26-1

Aug 17, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation.

View 3 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

May 30, 2023

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. -bag over urinal, per manager and stickers and water continues to run **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-30: **Time Extended**

29-08-4

Mar 28, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw fish **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

08A-20-5

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -plantains 119f **Warning**

03B-01-6

Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**

53B-05-5

Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. -next to fryer **Warning**

14-20-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. -box of lids in upstairs storage **Warning**

25-05-4

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. -bag over urinal, per manager and stickers and water continues to run **Warning**

29-08-4

Dec 21, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. -Establishment added long hot holding table and counter (bar) with Handsink and refrigeration. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-21: Submitted 12/6 has not been assigned **Time Extended**

51-16-7

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Better Jerk Jamaican Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Better Jerk Jamaican Restaurant on file is from Jan 9, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Better Jerk Jamaican Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “no handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Better Jerk Jamaican Restaurant.

How does Better Jerk Jamaican Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Daytona Beach?

Better Jerk Jamaican Restaurant most recently scored 41 out of 100, which is lower than the Daytona Beach average of 71.

Has Better Jerk Jamaican Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Better Jerk Jamaican Restaurant have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Better Jerk Jamaican Restaurant 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 Better Jerk Jamaican Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Better Jerk Jamaican Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.

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