Clarendon Cuisine Health Inspection Grade
Caribbean · 252 East 54th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11203
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
October 7, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
7 / 5
Clarendon Cuisine currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on October 7, 2025 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- 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
- Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
October 7, 2025
- Date
- October 7, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 7
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Oct 7, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 28, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jan 17, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Clarendon Cuisine has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: October 2025 and May 2024. Its latest score was 12, slightly higher than its May 2024 score of 8.
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.
Clarendon Cuisine's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clarendon Cuisine's current NYC health grade?
Clarendon Cuisine currently has a A grade.
When was Clarendon Cuisine last inspected?
Clarendon Cuisine was last inspected on October 7, 2025.
What was Clarendon Cuisine's latest inspection score?
Clarendon Cuisine's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Clarendon Cuisine have in its latest inspection?
Clarendon Cuisine had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Clarendon Cuisine located?
Clarendon Cuisine is located at 252 East 54th Street in Brooklyn, NY 11203.
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: 50017723
Last updated: June 26, 2026