Jama

9612 Fountainebleau Blvd, Miami, FL 33172

African

Last inspected: Nov 24, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Across the available record, Jama has six inspections on file, the first dated 2023. Jama was last inspected on Nov 24, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

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

Looking across the full record, “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

That's lower than the typical Miami restaurant, which scores around 74. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 24, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 7 minor violations.

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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired in Oct-1-2025

50-17-3

Basic - Ceiling tile missing.observed over handwashing sink area kitchen line

36-36-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed by rear over hood area.

36-32-5

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed all throughout kitchen area.

36-34-5

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed several auxiliary cutting boards with marks not longer cleanable.

14-09-4

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed bat rear exit door.

35B-01-4

Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. **Repeat Violation**

36-68-5

Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed all throughout the kitchen preparation area. **Repeat Violation**

36-02-5

Jul 10, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 5 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed marinated chicken cooling covered inside reach in cooler, coached owner on proper cooling procedures, owner uncovered it. **Corrective Action Taken**

03D-15-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at both bathrooms, staff provided new rolls. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.

36-34-5

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed auxiliary cutting board with marks not longer cleanable.

14-09-4

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed handwashing sink over hood system.

36-17-5

Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.

36-68-5

Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed all throughout the kitchen preparation area.

36-02-5

Mar 7, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used

FL-32

Nov 20, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Dec 19, 2023

Routine - Food

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

View 9 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

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

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Jan 4, 2023

Routine - Food

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

View 4 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration

FL-33

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Jama last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Jama on file is from Nov 24, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Jama?

Across the inspection record, “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Jama.

How does Jama compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Jama most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.

Has Jama's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Jama have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Jama 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 Jama inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Jama is inspected around two times per year on average.

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