Jamaican Flavors

162-02 Jamaica Avenue, Queens, NY 11432
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Mar 3, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show five inspections at Jamaican Flavors stretching back to 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 3, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with violation counts hovering near two.

Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

Jamaican Flavors's latest score of 90 sits above the Queens average of 75. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 3, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 minor violations.
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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
90
Mar 10, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 minor violations.
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Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
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
90
Aug 26, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
82
Jun 13, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
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Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Juice packaged on premises with no or incomplete label, no warning statement
03I
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
10B
Food adulterated or misbranded. adulterated or misbranded food possessed, being manufactured, produced, packed, sold, offered for sale, delivered or given away
28-05
Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.
10A
64
Mar 23, 2023
Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
4 minor violations.
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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
Workplace sfaa policy not prominently posted in workplace.
15-37
Food allergy information poster not conspicuously posted where food is being prepared or processed by food workers.
20-01
Single service article not provided. single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
10H
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Jamaican Flavors last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Jamaican Flavors on file is from Mar 3, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Jamaican Flavors?

Across the inspection record, non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Jamaican Flavors.

How does Jamaican Flavors compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Jamaican Flavors most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Queens average of 75.

Has Jamaican Flavors's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Jamaican Flavors have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around two per visit.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Jamaican Flavors 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 Jamaican Flavors inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Jamaican Flavors is inspected around two times per year on average.