Canvass
Mar 4, 2026
Out of Business
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 4, 2026 · Original Source
Restaurant · Chicago, IL
Jr's Jamaican Tropical Cafe
8010 S Ashland Ave
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The full inspection history
7 inspectionsCanvass Re-Inspection
Apr 16, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 16, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Apr 14, 2025
Fail
2 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
STILL OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 1- RAT DROPPINGS INSIDE OF FRYER CABINET,1- LIVE ROACH AT CREVICES OF REAR PREP COUNTER AND A DEAD RAT IN MOTOR OF REAR UNUSED REACH IN COOLER.. MUST REMOVE RAT DROPPING& DEAD RAT CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. MUST HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 4/14/25.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)(CITATION ISSUED)
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE HOLES AND GAPS OF FLOORING & WALLS THROUGHOUT WHERE NEEDED,FRONT GLASS BROKEN.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 14, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Apr 9, 2025
Fail
3 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
6-202.15 : OBSERVED A GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF REAR DOOR(NORTH) MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT INSECT ENTRY.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM EXTERIOR OF FRYER CABINETS, STEAM TABLE,BBQ GRILL TABLE SHELF,ALL USED & UNUSED COOLERS & FREEZER STORAGES.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE HOLES AND GAPS OF FLOORING & WALLS THROUGHOUT WHERE NEEDED,FRONT GLASS BROKEN.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 9, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Mar 27, 2025
Fail
7 recorded violations
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE HOLE IN WALL IN LOBBY,IN FLOOR NEAR REAR DOOR AND FLOORING & WALLS THROUGHOUT WHERE NEEDED,FRONT GLASS BROKEN.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 21Food temperature
Official wording
PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOOD SUCH AS 5LBS. COOKED GREENS-102.9F ON STEAM TABLE.20LBS. COOKED MIXED CHICKEN-58.8F-59.9F.2LBS. COOKED CHICKEN WINGS-49.1F.INSIDE OF OVEN.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER MUST HAVE HOT HOLDING FOODS AT 135.0F OR ABOVE.APPX. 27LBS. $54.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperaturenotedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED A GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT DOOR & REAR DOOR(NORTH) MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT INSECT ENTRY.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 47Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
Inspector’s notes
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN /PITTED CUTTING BOARDS.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM EXTERIOR OF FRYER CABINETS, STEAM TABLE,BBQ GRILL TABLE SHELF,ALL USED & UNUSED COOLERS & FREEZER STORAGES.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 50Other
Official wording
HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HOT RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE ON PREMISES AT HAND SINK IN PREP AREA WATER TEMPERATURE IS 47.1F,3- COMPARTMENT SINK-50.0F,HAND SINK TOILET ROOM-52.2F. MUST RESTORE HOT RUNNING WATER ON PREMISES THROUGHOUT HAND SINKS AT 100.0F AND 110.0F FOR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.(PRIORITY 7-38-030(C)(CITATION ISSUED)
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE COLD RUNNING WATER AT FAR RIGHT FAUCET AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK NO RUNNUNG WATER.
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 27, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Mar 5, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
2 recorded violations
notedCode 57Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
Inspector’s notes
2-102.13 : OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEES FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING. EMPLOYEES MUST OBTAIN FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING.
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesnotedCode 60Other
Official wording
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED
Inspector’s notes
PREVIOUSE PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT 2590065 2/26/24 NOT CORRECTED #58- 2-102.13 STILL OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED MANAGERS ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE EXPIRED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO RENEW AND MAINTAIN AS REQUIRED OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW. (PRIORTY FOUNDATION 7-42-090 )(CITATION ISSUED)
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 5, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Feb 26, 2024
Fail
8 recorded violations
notedCode 22Food temperature
Official wording
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF TCS FOODS IN PLASTIC BINS ON COUNTERTOP 1LB. OF SHREDDED LETTUCE AT 68.7F AND 1LB. OF DICED CHICKEN AT 67.5F. PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER MUST HAVE COLD FOODS AT 41F OR BELOW APPX.2LBS $3.29 (PRIORITY 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED COS)
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperaturenotedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED UNLABELED SQUEEZE BOTTLES & SHAKERS, MUST LABEL ITEMS OUT ITS ORGINAL CONTAINER WITH COMMON NAME.
In plain English
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
More about food source, dating, or labeling problemsnotedCode 57Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEES FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING. EMPLOYEES MUST OBTAIN FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING.
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesnotedCode 60Other
Official wording
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED
Inspector’s notes
PREVIOUSE CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT 2575178 05.01.2023 NOT CORRECTED #10- 5-202.12 (B-D) OBSERVED THE HAND SINK IN THE PREP AREA WITH A SLOW DRAIN. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. # 49- 4-601.11(C) MUST DETIAL CLEAN DEBRIS AND SPILLS ON SHELVING UNITS AND FAN GUARD COVERS IN ALL REACH IN COOLERS. # 56.- 6-501.14 MUST CLEAN AND MAINTIAN THE FILTER ABOVE THE GRILL. #58- 2-102.13 OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED MANAGERS ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE EXPIRED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO RENEW AND MAINTAIN AS REQUIRED OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW. PRIORTY FOUNDATION7-42-090 (CITATION ISSUED)
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED EVIDENCE APROX. 60 OR MORE RAT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR UNDER AND BEHIND 2 DOOR STORAGE FREEZER, AND LOWER COUNTER STORAGE SHELVES AND OFF FLOOR AND ON LEDGE ONE DOOR GLASS STORAGE COOLER NEAR REAR GARBAGE DOOR.MUST REMOVE DROPPING CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS, RECOMMENEND PEST CONTROL TO SERVICE PREMISIES ON OR AFTER 2.26.24. (PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED )
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 47Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
Inspector’s notes
CUTTING BOARDS ARE SERVERELY SCRATCHED WHICH PREVENTS PROPER CLEANING AND SANITIZING OF EQUIPMENT. FACILITY MUST RESURFACE BOARD OR REPLACE CUTTING BOARD
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FAR RIGHT FAUCET AT 3 COMPARTMENT MISSING HOT WATER FAUCET MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED CEILING IN REAR PREP IS PEELING, DAMAGED TILES THROUGHOUT REAR PREP AND FRONT LOBBY, ALSO THRESHOLD BY DRY STORAGE. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 26, 2024 · Original Source