The Dutch Pot Jamaican Restaurant

2350A N University Dr, Sunrise, FL 33322 · Permanent Food Service · License 1616272

Official report

out of 100

Grade B

Safety score 83 of 100

Latest visit: Nov 4, 2026 (3 days ago)

What drove the grade

Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.High priority · 5 other violations

How the score was calculated

Starting score100
Violations at the Nov 4 routine inspection
2 high priority, 1 intermediate (fixed on the spot), 3 basic
-17
Safety score83

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Inspection history

2 inspections · 2 visits

Latest inspection

Nov42026

Routine inspection

6 violations found

First visitNov 4, 2026 Warning issued
Problems were found that had to be fixed. The inspector will come back to check.
6 violations found:
- 2 High priority
- 1 Intermediate
- 3 Basic
What the inspector cited
High priority2
- Code 01, Approved source; food safe and unadulterated: Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
  Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41°F. Walk in cooler- Potato Salad (44°F - Cold Holding); Cooked Kidneys (44°F - Cold Holding); Half and Half (45°F - Cold Holding); Cooked Beans (48°F - Cold Holding). Per Manager food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. See Stop Sale
- Code 03, Food out of temperature: Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41°F.
  Walk in Cooler- Potato Salad (44°F - Cold Holding); Cooked Kidneys (44°F - Cold Holding); Half and Half (45°F - Cold Holding); Cooked Beans (48°F - Cold Holding). Per Manager food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. See Stop Sale.
Intermediate1
- Code 41, Chemicals and toxic substances: Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
  Manager labeled degreaser bottle during inspection.
  Fixed on the spot
Basic3
- Code 14, Food-contact surfaces designed and maintained: Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
- Code 24, Clean equipment storage and air drying: Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
  Clean Containers on shelf above and next to triple sinks. Manager removed and stored to dry correctly.
  Fixed on the spot
- Code 32, Restrooms: Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Official report, on the Florida DBPR website

Earlier inspections 1

Aug242026B87Routine inspection7 violations, 2 high priority No follow-up needed

First visitAug 24, 2026 No follow-up needed
Met the state's inspection standards; the inspector didn't need to come back. Any violations cited still count toward the grade.
7 violations found:
- 2 High priority
- 2 Intermediate
- 3 Basic
What the inspector cited
High priority2
- Code 01, Approved source; food safe and unadulterated: Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation.
  See stop sale. Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after preparation. Potatoes salad marked with a date that exceeded 7 days was not discarded by 08-18. See Stop Sale
- Code 02, Labeling, date marking and consumer advisory: Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after preparation.
  Potatoes salad marked with a date that exceeded 7 days was not discarded by 08-18. See Stop Sale.
Intermediate2
- Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: No paper towels provided at handwash sink in kitchen.
  Provided during inspection.
  Fixed on the spot
- Code 41, Chemicals and toxic substances: Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
  Manager labeled degreaser bottle during inspection.
  Fixed on the spot
Basic3
- Code 08, Food protection and cross-contamination: Stored Cooked Beans in walk in cooler not covered.
  Covered during inspection.
  Fixed on the spot
- Code 29, Plumbing and backflow prevention: Water leaking from faucet in Triple sinks.
- Code 36, Floors, walls, ceilings and ventilation: Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
  2 Ceiling tiles showed water damage in kitchen.
Official report, on the Florida DBPR website

Reading this report

Priority levels

High priority The problems most likely to make someone sick directly.
Intermediate Could lead to a high-priority problem if not fixed.
Basic Best practices and general upkeep.

Terms in the inspectors’ reports

Time/temperature control for safety food: Food that has to be kept hot, at 135°F or above, or cold, at 41°F or below, to stay safe: meat, seafood, eggs, dairy, cooked rice and beans, cut melons and the like.
Ready-to-eat food: Food eaten without further cooking, such as salads, sandwiches, deli meats and cooked dishes.
Stop sale: An order that the food can’t be sold or served.
Wet nesting: Stacking dishes or containers before they have dried, which traps moisture where germs can grow.