Jrk! Downtown
Last inspected: Nov 3, 2025
47
Score
Going back to 2023, Jrk! Downtown has nine inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Nov 3, 2025. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around five violations each.
The pattern that stands out is “no handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used”, which has been cited six times.
By comparison, the average Miami facility scores 74, putting Jrk! Downtown on the weaker side. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
9
Inspections
3
Critical latest
2
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 3, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-3
High Priority - Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands.
12A-10-4
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
12A-07-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Near window. Operator provided during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Located near window. Operator provided during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Near window.
31B-04-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
47
Jul 18, 2025
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Jul 17, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found. Observed 20+ live small flying insect flying at bar area near dining room area. Also observed four live small flying insects throughout the dishwasher machine area located at prep and cook area. **Admin Complaint**
35A-02-7
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
11-07-5
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed sponge. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
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/. Samantha Tennant.
53A-05-6
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket near ice machine located front.
24-05-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic containers with hot sauce stored directly on floor inside walk in cooler.
08B-38-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
50
Jan 13, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed Plastic colander inside hand wash sink bar area.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
11-07-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Front counter area. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of yuca stored directly on floor inside walk in freezer. Also plastic containers with cooked oil near ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
67
Sep 9, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Plastic containers front counter near window. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed wet towel inside. Manager removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
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/
53A-05-6
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of yuca stored directly on floor inside walk in freezer.
08B-38-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Front counter. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Dishwasher area.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
55
Jun 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-19: Still observed. **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Front counter area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-19: Still observed not sign provided at a hand sink front counter area. **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
86
Feb 26, 2024
Routine - Food
6 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee filling pitcher in hand sink. Educated employee.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Near coffee machine.
31B-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. Daniela, Maryory, Carrion, Samantha, Marke, Richard.
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Front counter.
31B-03-4
Basic - Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed clean plastic containers, plastic pans, plastic lid, Pots stored directly on floor located storage area near ice machine.
24-26-4
Basic - Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Bar area.
10-14-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Inside ice machine kitchen and bar area. Operator removed during inspection
10-08-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Front counter area.
31B-04-4
43
Nov 9, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 3 major violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Next to coffee machine. - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-09: **Time Extended**
29-34-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Provided form during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-09: **Time Extended**
11-07-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided form during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-09: **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Provided form during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-09: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
64
Oct 31, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Next to coffee machine.
29-34-4
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Provided form during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-07-5
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided form during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
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. Provided form during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Equipment filter line draining into handwash sink.
31A-10-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Bar area.
31B-04-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
36-37-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Jrk! Downtown last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Jrk! Downtown on file is from Nov 3, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Jrk! Downtown?
Across the inspection record, “no handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Jrk! Downtown.
How does Jrk! Downtown compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Jrk! Downtown most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Jrk! Downtown's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Jrk! Downtown have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Jrk! Downtown means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Jrk! Downtown inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Jrk! Downtown is inspected around four times per year on average.
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