What is 876 Jamaican Jerk Restaurant's health inspection score?

876 Jamaican Jerk Restaurant has a SafeDine safety score of 93 out of 100 (Grade A). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was 876 Jamaican Jerk Restaurant last inspected?

876 Jamaican Jerk Restaurant was last inspected on March 13, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does 876 Jamaican Jerk Restaurant have?

876 Jamaican Jerk Restaurant has 21 total violations across 5 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is 876 Jamaican Jerk Restaurant safe to eat at?

Yes, 876 Jamaican Jerk Restaurant has an excellent safety record with a score of 93/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

What type of cuisine does 876 Jamaican Jerk Restaurant serve?

876 Jamaican Jerk Restaurant serves American cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

876 Jamaican Jerk Restaurant

Name: 876 Jamaican Jerk Restaurant
Address: 9044 S ASHLAND AVE, Chicago, 60620
Rating: 93

9044 S ASHLAND AVE, Chicago

Last Inspected: 3/13/2026

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0Excellent

American•Auburn Gresham

Ranked #4 of 6 in Auburn GreshamBetter than 17% of american restaurants

Improving

4 inspections

Last: Mar 13, 2026

high confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

Clean Rate

5.3

Avg Violations

1 month ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Temperature control

Food not kept at safe temperatures — risk of bacterial growth

Cross-contamination

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

Pest issues

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

Sanitation

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

Live Data Feed

Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-14

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-6 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-6 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

+17 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

3rd

30% weight

Real-time Score: 86/100 — This score includes today's freshness penalty and may differ slightly from the displayed score (93/100) which is computed during our regular data sync.

How scoring works: Every restaurant starts at 100 points. Points are deducted for violations found during inspections.

Recent inspections are weighted more heavily. High priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact.

Location

9044 S ASHLAND AVE, Chicago, IL 60620

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Violation Timeline

Jan 2023

1 inspections

1 basic

Jan

Jun 2024

1 inspections

3 intermediate

9 basic

Mar 2025

1 inspections

1 intermediate

6 basic

Mar

Mar 2026

1 inspections

1 intermediate

Inspection History

4 records on file

3 Canvass1 License

Mar 26

Canvass InspectionLatestPass

1 Med

1 total

95/100inspection score

−5 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

35APPROVED THAWING METHODS USED−5

Base deductions−5 pts

Mar 25

Canvass InspectionPass

1 Med6 Basic

7 total

83/100inspection score

−17 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
MUST SEAL SMALL OPENINGS IN FRONT DOOR FRAME TO PREVENT INSECT ENTRY.

Basic (6)

−12 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS BEING USED FOR FOOD STORAGE IN REACH IN FREEZER MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATE FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED WORN CUTTING BOARD MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLE IN REAR PREP AREA.MUST DEFROST ICE BUILD UP FROM CHEST FREEZER.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WALL IN POOR REPAIR NEXT TO REAR EXIT DOOR IN GARAGE FOOD STORAGE AREA AND UPPER WALL & CEILING IN POOR REPAIR NEXT TO REAR FOOD STORAGE SHELF.MUST REMOVE EXCESSIVE CAULK FROM ALONG WALL & PIPE IN REAR FOOD GARAGE STORAGE TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM CEILING VENT IN TOILET ROOM.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM FLOOR UNDER PALLETS IN REAR GARAGE FOOD STORAGE AREA.

Base deductions−17 pts

Jun 24

Canvass InspectionPass w/ Conditions

3 Med9 Basic

12 total

67/100inspection score

−33 pts

Intermediate (3)

−15 pts

21PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES−5
OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF TCS READT TO EAT FOODS SUCH AS 5LBS. COOKED MACARONI & CHESSE-131.7F.5LBS. COOKED RED BEANS & RICE-126.5F.25LBS. COOKED CHICKEN RANGING FROM 95.5F-104.9F IN SEVERAL PANS AND POTS ON PREP TABLES THROUGHOUT PREP AREA.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER. MUST HAVE HOT HOLDING FOODS AT 135.0F OR ABOVE. APPX.35LBS. $120.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(COS)(CITATION ISSUED)
37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS AND SQUEEZE BOTTLES WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED A GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF REAR DOOR MUST MAKE TIGHT FITTING.

Basic (9)

−18 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD IN BETWEEN HAND SINK AND DRAIN BOARD AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.
44UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED−2
MUST INVERT MULTI-USE UTENSILS ON DISH STORAGE SHELVES.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.
48WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS−2
OBSERVED OVERSIZED POTS AND PANS TO LARGE TO BE SUBMERGED INTO 3- COMPARTMENT SINK MUST PROVIDE SMALLER UTENSILS OR PROVIDE A LARGER SINK.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
MUST REPLACE MISSING COLD WATER FAUCET HANDLE AT MOPSINK.
53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
MUST PROVIDE A LID ON GARBAGE CAN IN UNISEX TOILET ROOM.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING WALL BASE IN TOILET ROOM,DAMAGED FLOOR TILES AT ENTRY TO PREP AREA.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE OR ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR IN REAR FOOD & PAPER STORAGE AREA AND HOT WATER TANK CLOSET.
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−33 pts

Jan 23

License InspectionPass

1 Basic

1 total

98/100inspection score

−2 pts

Basic (1)

−2 pts

58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT ALL CITY CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST HAVE AND MAINTAIN THEIR ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.

Base deductions−2 pts

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Data source: Chicago CDPH · Official government inspection records

Grading System

85 – 100

Excellent

70 – 84

Good

Below 70

Fair

About SafeDine Scores

Scores are calculated using official government inspection data. High Priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact, followed by Intermediate and Basic violations. Community reviews can adjust the score by up to 5 points when 3+ reviews are submitted.

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