Top of the Hill Cuisine Health Inspection Grade
Caribbean · 3601 Barnes Avenue, The Bronx, NY 10467
Current Grade
Current grade
B
Latest score
27
Last inspection
August 4, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
22 / 5
Top of the Hill Cuisine currently has a B grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on August 4, 2025 found 5 violations, including 3 critical violations, for a total score of 27 points.
Latest Violations
3 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
- Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
Non-Critical
- Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Latest Inspection Details
August 4, 2025
- Date
- August 4, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- B
- Score
- 27
- Critical points
- 22
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 5 (3 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
8 inspections
Aug 4, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 20, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 26, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Action: Establishment re-opened by DOHMH.
Mar 14, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Establishment Closed by DOHMH. Violations were cited in the following area(s) and those requiring immediate action were addressed.
Aug 27, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 20, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 5, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 31, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Top of the Hill Cuisine's most recent graded inspection in August 2025 was a B, after a C in August 2024.
What This Grade Means
NYC inspection scores are penalty points. Lower scores are better. A score of 0–13 generally qualifies for an A, 14–27 for a B, and 28+ for a C.
Top of the Hill Cuisine's latest score: 27
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Top of the Hill Cuisine's current NYC health grade?
Top of the Hill Cuisine currently has a B grade.
When was Top of the Hill Cuisine last inspected?
Top of the Hill Cuisine was last inspected on August 4, 2025.
What was Top of the Hill Cuisine's latest inspection score?
Top of the Hill Cuisine's latest inspection score was 27 points.
How many violations did Top of the Hill Cuisine have in its latest inspection?
Top of the Hill Cuisine had 5 violations in its latest inspection, including 3 critical violations and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Top of the Hill Cuisine located?
Top of the Hill Cuisine is located at 3601 Barnes Avenue in The Bronx, NY 10467.
Data source: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene restaurant inspection data via NYC Open Data. Inspection results may change as new inspections, reinspections, or adjudications are posted.
Restaurant ID: 50051591
Last updated: June 26, 2026