Ocho Rios Jerk Spot

4220 W Northern Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85051

Other

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Feb 13, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: B

Public records show seven inspections at Ocho Rios Jerk Spot stretching back to 2024. Ocho Rios Jerk Spot was last inspected on Feb 13, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near one violation each time.

Looking across the full record, “reheating for hot holding” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

The city-wide average sits at 97, which Ocho Rios Jerk Spot's 90 doesn't quite reach. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 13, 2026

Routine

1 major violation.

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Food-contact surface not smooth, sealed, or easily cleanable

Inspector notes: Single cutting board scored and not easily cleanable and back kitchen. PIC will replace

4-202.11

Sep 2, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed cooked plantains with an internal temperature of 99F on hot holding table. Person in charge states that items was cooked 30 minutes prior to inspection. All TCS foods improperly hot held were reheated to 165°F at time of inspection. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 135°F or above

3-501.16(A)(1)

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed floors in main walk-in fridge with food build up and debris as well as around the main grills on cookline kitchen

6-501.12

Apr 25, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.

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Food not reheated to required temperature for hot holding (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed jerk chicken in hot holding unit with an internal temperature of 78F. Person in charge states that items were brought from fridge and put there 20 minutes prior to inspection. Had person in charge reheat chicken on grill to 165F. TCS food items prepared onsite and reheated for hot holding must be rapidly reheated to 165°F within 2 hours prior to hot holding

3-403.11

Outer openings not protected against pests (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed establishment with back door open to allow ventilation. Discussed keeping the door closed to prevent the access of pests inside the establishment

6-202.15

Feb 19, 2025

Food Advisory Inspection

No violations found.

100

Jan 28, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed ox tail cooked yesterday with an internal temperature of 48F. All TCS foods improperly cooled were discarded by PIC at time of inspection. Cooked TCS foods must be cooled from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours, and from 70°F to 41°F within 4 hours for a total of 6 hours for cooling

3-501.14

Aug 28, 2024

Food AMC Trainings

No violations found.

100

Aug 7, 2024

Routine

2 critical violations. 2 corrected on site.

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Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed ox tail cooked yesterday before the inspection with an internal temperature of 50F. All TCS foods improperly cooled were discarded by PIC at time of inspection. Cooked TCS foods must be cooled from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours, and from 70°F to 41°F within 4 hours for a total of 6 hours for cooling

3-501.14

Food not reheated to required temperature for hot holding (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed TCS items in hot holding unit with an internal temperature of 80F and hot holding unit with a temperature of 135F. Person in charge states that hot holding unit was set up and items placed there from fridge 30 minutes ago. TCS food items prepared onsite and reheated for hot holding must be rapidly reheated to 165°F within 2 hours prior to hot holding

3-403.11

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ocho Rios Jerk Spot last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ocho Rios Jerk Spot on file is from Feb 13, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Ocho Rios Jerk Spot?

Across the inspection record, “reheating for hot holding” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Ocho Rios Jerk Spot.

How does Ocho Rios Jerk Spot compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Ocho Rios Jerk Spot most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Ocho Rios Jerk Spot's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ocho Rios Jerk Spot have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Ocho Rios Jerk Spot 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 Ocho Rios Jerk Spot inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Ocho Rios Jerk Spot is inspected around five times per year on average.

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