J & R Jamaican Restaurant

352 Utica Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11213
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: May 30, 2024
78
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

J & R Jamaican Restaurant appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2021. The most recent visit was on May 30, 2024. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.

When inspectors have written things up, “pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Brooklyn restaurants. The record reflects steady performance over time.

4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 30, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
10F
78
Feb 13, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.
10A
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
67
Dec 7, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.
04N
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
70
Aug 30, 2021
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Pesticide use not in accordance with label or applicable laws. prohibited chemical used/stored. open bait station used.
08C
Non-food contact surface improperly constructed. unacceptable material used. non-food contact surface or equipment improperly maintained and/or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
10F
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was J & R Jamaican Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at J & R Jamaican Restaurant on file is from May 30, 2024. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at J & R Jamaican Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at J & R Jamaican Restaurant.

How does J & R Jamaican Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

J & R Jamaican Restaurant most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has J & R Jamaican Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at J & R Jamaican Restaurant have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at J & R Jamaican Restaurant 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 J & R Jamaican Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, J & R Jamaican Restaurant is inspected roughly once per year on average.