Big Boyz Jamaican Restaurant
Last inspected: Apr 27, 2026
74
Score
Big Boyz Jamaican Restaurant has been inspected nine times since 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 27, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.
Looking across the full record, “raw animal foods not properly separated” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.
That's lower than the typical Melbourne restaurant, which scores around 84. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 27, 2026
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Plastic shopping bags with printed ink used to store foods
14-31-5
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/. Mop sink moved. Wall installed between kitchen and front counter. Hand wash sink installed at front counter **Warning**
51-16-7
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand wash sink at front counter leaks
29-08-4
74
Dec 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Repackaged chicken over snapper fish **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-17-6
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
82
Jul 11, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken over raw oxtail **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Washed in triple sink Educated
12A-03-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Dirty pan over sink in kitchen Educated **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters
23-03-4
67
Jan 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw repackaged chicken over peas **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Shermaine
53B-14-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in flour **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
74
Aug 23, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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. Sent copy to operator **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Pans and plastic containers **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Light not functioning. Hood fan **Corrected On-Site**
36-62-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Disposable pans **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Lid used to scoop brown sugar Cup used to scoop rice and flour **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
74
Apr 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over jerk sauce cooler #1 **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
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. Sent operator copy **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bus tub and utensils on sink Educated **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Men's and women's bathroom Educated and sent copy **Corrective Action Taken**
31B-04-4
67
Oct 24, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Strainer in hand sink by dish pit **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle at dish pit **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
82
May 9, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 10, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
50
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Big Boyz Jamaican Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Big Boyz Jamaican Restaurant on file is from Apr 27, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Big Boyz Jamaican Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal foods not properly separated” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Big Boyz Jamaican Restaurant.
How does Big Boyz Jamaican Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Melbourne?
Big Boyz Jamaican Restaurant most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Melbourne average of 84.
Has Big Boyz Jamaican Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Big Boyz Jamaican Restaurant have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Big Boyz Jamaican Restaurant means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Big Boyz Jamaican Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Big Boyz Jamaican Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.
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