Downs River Health Inspection Grade
Caribbean · 517th Streetanley Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11207
Current Grade
Current grade
Z
Latest score
22
Last inspection
May 29, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
19 / 3
Downs River currently has a Z grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on May 29, 2026 found 3 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 22 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies.
- No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
Non-Critical
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Latest Inspection Details
May 29, 2026
- Date
- May 29, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- Z
- Score
- 22
- Critical points
- 19
- Non-critical points
- 3
- Violations
- 3 (2 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
May 29, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 14, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 18, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 11, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Downs River has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: March 2025 and October 2023. Its latest score was 12, slightly higher than its October 2023 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.
Downs River's latest score: 22
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Downs River's current NYC health grade?
Downs River currently has a Z grade.
When was Downs River last inspected?
Downs River was last inspected on May 29, 2026.
What was Downs River's latest inspection score?
Downs River's latest inspection score was 22 points.
How many violations did Downs River have in its latest inspection?
Downs River had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Downs River located?
Downs River is located at 517th Streetanley Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11207.
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: 41333637
Last updated: June 26, 2026