Jenny's Caribbean Bistro

3990 Sw 40 Ave, West Park, FL 33023

Southeast Asian

Last inspected: Nov 12, 2025

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged eight inspections at Jenny's Caribbean Bistro, the earliest from 2022. The most recent report on file is from Nov 12, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “no paper towels”, showing up three times.

Compared to other West Park restaurants (averaging 87), there's room to close the gap. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 12, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Manager replaced during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Manager replaced during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-03-4

Basic - Container of oil stored on floor in kitchen. Manager elevated. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Jul 15, 2025

Routine - Food

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

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High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Walk in Cooler- Cooked Pasta (50F - Cooling). Per Manager food item in unit more than 4 hours. Item not prepared or portioned today.. See Stop sale.

03D-02-5

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Walk in Cooler- Cooked Pasta (50F - Cooling). Per Manager food item in unit more than 4 hours. Item not prepared or portioned today.. See Stop sale

01B-02-5

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of cold foods products.

05-08-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Reach in freezer in front of walk in cooler.

14-69-4

Nov 20, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Jul 12, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Jan 19, 2024

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth stored on prep table in kitchen. Manager stored in sanitizer bucket. **Corrected On-Site**

21-12-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Hole in 1 ceiling tile in kitchen.

36-32-5

Jul 27, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Manager replaced. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

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

16-37-1

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Fish thawed in standing water in kitchen. Manager stored under running water. **Corrected On-Site**

06-01-5

Basic - Cases of water stored on floor in storage room. Manager elevated. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Mar 3, 2023

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 1 major violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Prep Table - ; Pikliz (70F - Cold Holding). Per Manager food item outside of temperature less than 4 hours. Items was not prepared nor portioned today. Manager moved to reach in cooler to quick chill. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Manager renewed during inspection. Confirmation # 227597537 **Corrected On-Site**

50-17-3

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Bag of raw beef stored above container of cooked bean soup in chest

08A-02-6

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Employee replaced. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Nov 18, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

53B-01-5

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In kitchen by exit door.

36-17-5

Basic - Interior microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave by chest freezer in kitchen. Employee cleaned. **Corrected On-Site**

22-08-4

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall at entrance of kitchen behind tall garbage can.

36-27-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Jenny's Caribbean Bistro last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Jenny's Caribbean Bistro on file is from Nov 12, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Jenny's Caribbean Bistro?

Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Jenny's Caribbean Bistro.

How does Jenny's Caribbean Bistro compare to other restaurants in West Park?

Jenny's Caribbean Bistro most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the West Park average of 87.

Has Jenny's Caribbean Bistro's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Jenny's Caribbean Bistro have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Jenny's Caribbean Bistro 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 Jenny's Caribbean Bistro inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Jenny's Caribbean Bistro is inspected around three times per year on average.

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