Jenaritos Cafeteria
Last inspected: Nov 13, 2025
82
Score
Jenaritos Cafeteria has been inspected eight times since 2022. The most recent visit was on Nov 13, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near five violations each time.
The pattern that stands out is “plastic bottles of water stored on floor in dining area”, which has been cited two times.
Compared to the broader Oakland Park restaurant scene, this is about average. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
82
Jul 25, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
64
Oct 31, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
50
Jul 29, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
78
Oct 9, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in Employee bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized.
16-13-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Cooked Chicken. Walk In Cooler
08B-12-5
86
Jul 26, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken breast over cooked black beans and flour tortillas. Operator moved to different shelf. Observed in reach in cooler raw shelled eggs over salsa. Operator removed eggs placed on lower shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee dump beverage in hand washing sink at front counter.
31A-11-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance though out kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in container of flour scoop handle in contact with flour.
10-01-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris on cook line.
22-08-4
Basic - Plastic bottles of water stored on floor in dining area.
08B-38-4
Basic - Working containers of flour removed from original container not identified by common name.
02D-01-5
61
Mar 27, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen next to prep table. Operator refilled. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink blocked with a stool with a portable cooler on top. Operator removed to un block sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed 4 people engaged in food preparation at time of inspection.
53A-05-6
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of fresh string beans and 2 boxes of shredded mozzarella cheese 42F on floor in walk-in cooling. Operator elevated. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
67
Nov 29, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Triple Sink (Chlorine 0ppm); operator corrected Triple Sink (Chlorine 50ppm) **Corrected On-Site**
22-42-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Kitchen hand sink - operator removed bucket from sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken prepared over 24 hours - operator date marked. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Operator removed open beverage from prep surface. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Operator removed wet towel from prep surface. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
64
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Jenaritos Cafeteria last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Jenaritos Cafeteria on file is from Nov 13, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Jenaritos Cafeteria?
Across the inspection record, “plastic bottles of water stored on floor in dining area” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Jenaritos Cafeteria.
How does Jenaritos Cafeteria compare to other restaurants in Oakland Park?
Jenaritos Cafeteria most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Oakland Park average of 85.
Has Jenaritos Cafeteria's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Jenaritos Cafeteria have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Jenaritos Cafeteria 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 Jenaritos Cafeteria inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Jenaritos Cafeteria is inspected around three times per year on average.
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