Mavis' Jerk Shack

334 N Donnelly St Ste 8, Mount Dora, FL 32757

African

Last inspected: Jan 29, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Mavis' Jerk Shack six times, with records going back to 2024. The most recent report on file is from Jan 29, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

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

When inspectors have written things up, “equipment in poor repair” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Restaurants in Mount Dora average 69, so Mavis' Jerk Shack is doing better than most peers. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 29, 2026

Food-Licensing Inspection

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler gasket in beverage area.

14-11-5

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler by beverage area. Operator cleaned. **Corrected On-Site**

22-16-4

Jul 17, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Per operator less than 4 hours.moved to another cooler for quick cooling. Milk (50F - Cold Holding) **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee water bottle and drinks on shelf next to coffee. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

40-06-5

Mar 17, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Dec 4, 2024

Complaint Full

2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

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Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Sep 3, 2024

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Equipment in poor repair. - gasket on hot point cold holding unit.

14-11-5

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. - bulk sugar

02D-01-5

Feb 23, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mavis' Jerk Shack last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mavis' Jerk Shack on file is from Jan 29, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mavis' Jerk Shack?

Across the inspection record, “equipment in poor repair” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Mavis' Jerk Shack.

How does Mavis' Jerk Shack compare to other restaurants in Mount Dora?

Mavis' Jerk Shack most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Mount Dora average of 69.

Has Mavis' Jerk Shack's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mavis' Jerk Shack have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Mavis' Jerk Shack 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 Mavis' Jerk Shack inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Mavis' Jerk Shack is inspected around three times per year on average.

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