Jojos Tastes of Chicago
Last inspected: Mar 26, 2026
70
Score
Across the available record, Jojos Tastes of Chicago has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. On Mar 26, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.
“No soap provided at handwash sink” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
By comparison, the average Parrish facility scores 81, putting Jojos Tastes of Chicago on the weaker side. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
3
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 26, 2026
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no proof of a food manager certificate. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-26: **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed only one of the 5 employees that have been working for over 60 days to have an up to date food safety certificate. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-26: **Time Extended**
53B-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed the water turned off at the bar hand sink. Operator states it is awaiting repairs. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-26: **Time Extended**
27-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed their bathroom doors not self closing. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-26: **Time Extended**
32-04-4
70
Mar 25, 2026
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no proof of a food manager certificate. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the back hand sink. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed only one of the 5 employees that have been working for over 60 days to have an up to date food safety certificate. **Warning**
53B-02-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap provided at the back hand sink. Operator placed some there. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed the water turned off at the bar hand sink. Operator states it is awaiting repairs. **Warning**
27-16-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed their bathroom doors not self closing. **Warning**
32-04-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 6 dead palmetto bugs in the warewahing area,12 dead palmetto bugs in the kitchen, and 6 dead palmetto bugs in the back storage area. Operator began the process of sweeping and cleaning them and states they had a pest control company in a couple of weeks ago. **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of soda stored on the floor of the bar. Operator placed them on a shelf. **Warning**
08B-38-4
52
Jan 24, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 22, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at handwashing sink in kitchen.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed a soiled can opener on back prep table.
22-02-4
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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
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. Observed some illness reporting forms completed but not all. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no thermometer in 3 door reach in cooler.
05-09-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single serv items stored on the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single serv articles not inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing food without hair restraint.
13-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil stored on the floor in the back storeroom. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
52
Jan 30, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Sep 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
86
Jan 18, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
64
Sep 6, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Jojos Tastes of Chicago last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Jojos Tastes of Chicago on file is from Mar 26, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Jojos Tastes of Chicago?
Across the inspection record, “no soap provided at handwash sink” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Jojos Tastes of Chicago.
How does Jojos Tastes of Chicago compare to other restaurants in Parrish?
Jojos Tastes of Chicago most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Parrish average of 81.
Has Jojos Tastes of Chicago's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Jojos Tastes of Chicago have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Jojos Tastes of Chicago 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 Jojos Tastes of Chicago inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Jojos Tastes of Chicago is inspected around two times per year on average.
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