Reggae Roots Jamaican Restaurant

4370 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308

African

Last inspected: Apr 3, 2024

Score

High Risk

Public records show four inspections at Reggae Roots Jamaican Restaurant stretching back to 2022. Reggae Roots Jamaican Restaurant was last inspected on Apr 3, 2024. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important. No fresh inspection data is available: the latest entry for Reggae Roots Jamaican Restaurant dates to Apr 3, 2024.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around four violations compared to roughly six violations earlier on.

By comparison, the average Fort Lauderdale facility scores 80, putting Reggae Roots Jamaican Restaurant on the weaker side. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 3, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations.

View 4 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events

FL-05

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Jan 18, 2024

Routine - Food

5 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 9 violations

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Food/ice received from unapproved source/no invoice provided to verify source. Front counter glass merchandiser juices - operator does not have information showing approved source. See Stop Sale **Warning**

01B-04-5

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken over ready to eat peppers. Reviewed proper storage. **Warning**

08A-02-6

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed fish and chicken in non food grade bag in Frigidaire freezer **Warning**

14-31-5

High Priority - Food/ice received from unapproved source/no invoice provided to verify source. Front counter glass merchandiser juices - operator does not have information showing approved source. See Stop Sale **Warning**

01A-05-4

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Steam table: fried plantains (117 F) on unit under no temperature control. Outside temperature less than 4 hours. Operator reheated to 197F. Prep table next to microwave rice and beans (80F) on unit under no temperature control less than 4 hours. Operator reheated to 189F. Prep table, rice and beans (80F) on unit no temperature control less than 4 hours. Operator reheated to 185F. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

03B-01-6

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning**

05-08-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under all shelving and steam table in kitchen area. **Warning**

36-73-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or reach-in freezer. **Warning**

14-69-4

Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach behind white cooler next to walk-in cooler. **Warning**

35A-03-4

Apr 28, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels.

31B-05-4

Basic - Plastic water bottles stored on floor. Operator elevated. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light shield missing in storage room.

38-07-4

Sep 14, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. Shell eggs stored over bread in reach in cooler. Eggs moved to **Warning**

08A-13-5

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Dispenser at front counter jammed. **Warning**

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. **Warning**

53B-01-5

Basic - Water draining onto floor surface, hand wash sink in kitchen. **Warning**

29-03-4

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. **Warning**

25-06-4

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Boxes with vegetables in walk in cooler. Boxes moved to shelves and properly stored. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

08B-47-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Reggae Roots Jamaican Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Reggae Roots Jamaican Restaurant on file is from Apr 3, 2024. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Reggae Roots Jamaican Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?

Reggae Roots Jamaican Restaurant most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.

Has Reggae Roots Jamaican Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Reggae Roots Jamaican Restaurant have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Reggae Roots 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.

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