Maam's Jamaican Restaurant
Last inspected: Jul 16, 2025
32
Score
Going back to 2022, Maam's Jamaican Restaurant has eight inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Jul 16, 2025. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around seven violations each, up from closer to three violations before.
“Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
The city-wide average sits at 74, which Maam's Jamaican Restaurant's 32 doesn't quite reach. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
8
Inspections
2
Critical latest
4
Major latest
9
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 16, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. As of 10/1/24. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following foods hot held at less than 135° F; cooked oxtails(122F - Hot Holding); brown stew chicken (129F - Hot Holding) All were located on shelf next to stove. **Warning**
03B-01-6
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Observed prep shelves with rust. **Warning**
22-31-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed various cooked foods stored in reach in cooler not date marked. All were prepared onsite more than 24 hours ago. **Warning**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. Observed 2 gas cans stored in dry storage area. **Warning**
41-04-4
Basic - A minimum of one bathroom facility is not available for public use. Observed one bathroom located in establishment. Bathroom door is locked with sign that says "No Public Restrooms". Advised that all bathroom facilities shall provide easy and convenient access to both customers and employees. **Warning**
32-09-5
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves and in reach in freezer. **Warning**
14-05-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. **Warning**
14-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with accumulated grease buildup and interior of heat cabinet (front counter) soiled with accumulated food debris. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Water leaking from faucet/handle. Located at 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
29-11-4
32
Jan 31, 2025
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-33-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Food storage container and container lid cracked or broken.
14-38-4
Basic - Interior of heat cabinet has accumulation of food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Observed reach in freezer interior and shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
78
Sep 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Located in kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-18: Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Located in kitchen area. **Time Extended**
38-07-4
95
Jul 17, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
86
Jan 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. 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 Garry Hanson 5/15/17 trained through Prometric expired as of 5/15/22. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-18: **Time Extended**
53A-03-7
90
Aug 14, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
58
Mar 21, 2023
Routine - Food
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves.
14-45-4
Basic - Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of oil being stored on floor in kitchen area.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Water was 78°F and located on prep table.
10-07-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Located in kitchen area and hallway.
38-07-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
29-49-6
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw beef thawing at room temperature. Located in prep sink.
06-01-5
67
Jul 26, 2022
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. 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 Garry Hanson 5/15/17 trained through Prometric expired as of 5/15/22. **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. All dated 2/28/17. **Warning**
53B-14-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Warning**
32-04-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Located in reach in freezer. **Warning**
14-05-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Located throughout kitchen area. **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of oil being stored on floor in kitchen area and case of water being stored on floor in dry storage area. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed kitchen door in disrepair. **Warning**
36-24-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled with accumulated food debris. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw meat thawing in prep sink. **Warning**
06-01-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Located throughout kitchen area. **Warning**
36-27-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Maam's Jamaican Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Maam's Jamaican Restaurant on file is from Jul 16, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Maam's Jamaican Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Maam's Jamaican Restaurant.
How does Maam's Jamaican Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Maam's Jamaican Restaurant most recently scored 32 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Maam's Jamaican Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Maam's Jamaican Restaurant have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Maam's Jamaican Restaurant 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 Maam's Jamaican Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Maam's Jamaican Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.
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