Island Jerk Shack

1202 W Martlin Luther King Jr Blvd, Seffner, FL 33584

African

Last inspected: Jan 8, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Island Jerk Shack has nine inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 8, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near one violation per visit.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Seffner restaurants. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Minor latest

Inspection History

Jan 8, 2026

Routine - Food

2 major violations.

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Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Manager fixed dispenser **Corrected On-Site**

31B-06-4

Intermediate - No color/concentration comparison chart available for chemical test kit used to check sanitizer. For chlorine test strips.

16-36-4

Jul 2, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

16-37-1

Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Tested at 0ppm. Manager remade and tested at 50ppm **Corrected On-Site**

21-07-4

Feb 12, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Nov 6, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Feb 1, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Dec 20, 2023

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Oct 18, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook line: cooked cabbage (119F - Hot Holding). Manager reheated to 178f in 15 min **Warning**

03B-01-6

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb **Warning**

29-34-4

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Warning**

51-13-4

Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle connected to utilities on more than a temporary basis. Observed hard connection to large propane tank on food truck **Warning**

51-06-4

Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Discussed installing screening **Warning**

35B-14-4

Apr 6, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Sanitizer bucket over ric

41-10-4

Dec 14, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed blocked by boxes

31A-09-4

Basic - Openings to the outside for equipment, such as ventilation fans, not screened or otherwise protected when the equipment is not in operation. Observed screens missing on windows and doors

35B-07-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Island Jerk Shack last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Island Jerk Shack on file is from Jan 8, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

How does Island Jerk Shack compare to other restaurants in Seffner?

Island Jerk Shack most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Seffner average of 84.

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

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Island Jerk Shack have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

Based on the inspection history on file, Island Jerk Shack is inspected around three times per year on average.

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