Island Express Health Inspection Grade
Caribbean · 998 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11226
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
11
Last inspection
November 26, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
5 / 6
Island Express currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on November 26, 2025 found 4 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 11 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 3 non-critical
Critical
- Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Non-Critical
- 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.
- Food adulterated or misbranded. Adulterated or misbranded food possessed, being manufactured, produced, packed, sold, offered for sale, delivered or given away
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Latest Inspection Details
November 26, 2025
- Date
- November 26, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 11
- Critical points
- 5
- Non-critical points
- 6
- Violations
- 4 (1 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Nov 26, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 27, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jan 18, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Island Express has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: November 2025 and August 2024. Its latest score was 11, lower than its August 2024 score of 12.
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.
Island Express's latest score: 11
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Island Express's current NYC health grade?
Island Express currently has a A grade.
When was Island Express last inspected?
Island Express was last inspected on November 26, 2025.
What was Island Express's latest inspection score?
Island Express's latest inspection score was 11 points.
How many violations did Island Express have in its latest inspection?
Island Express had 4 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is Island Express located?
Island Express is located at 998 Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11226.
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: 50047278
Last updated: June 26, 2026