Tamara Caribbean Kitchen Health Inspection Grade
Caribbean · 8913 Glenwood Road, Brooklyn, NY 11236
Current Grade
Current grade
C
Latest score
42
Last inspection
October 3, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
35 / 7
Tamara Caribbean Kitchen currently has a C grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on October 3, 2025 found 8 violations, including 5 critical violations, for a total score of 42 points.
Latest Violations
5 critical · 3 non-critical
Critical
- Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
- Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
- After cooking or removal from hot holding, TCS food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal temperature is reduced from 140 °F to 70 °F or less within 2 hours, and from 70 °F to 41 °F or less within 4 additional hours.
- Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Non-Critical
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
- Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
- 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 3, 2025
- Date
- October 3, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- C
- Score
- 42
- Critical points
- 35
- Non-critical points
- 7
- Violations
- 8 (5 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
9 inspections
Oct 3, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 10, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 7, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 5, 2025
Inspection Type: Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 27, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Action: Establishment re-opened by DOHMH.
Aug 23, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Action: Establishment re-closed by DOHMH.
Aug 19, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Establishment Closed by DOHMH. Violations were cited in the following area(s) and those requiring immediate action were addressed.
Jan 3, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 30, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Tamara Caribbean Kitchen has received a C grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: October 2025 and April 2025. Its latest score was 42, slightly higher than its April 2025 score of 41.
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.
Tamara Caribbean Kitchen's latest score: 42
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tamara Caribbean Kitchen's current NYC health grade?
Tamara Caribbean Kitchen currently has a C grade.
When was Tamara Caribbean Kitchen last inspected?
Tamara Caribbean Kitchen was last inspected on October 3, 2025.
What was Tamara Caribbean Kitchen's latest inspection score?
Tamara Caribbean Kitchen's latest inspection score was 42 points.
How many violations did Tamara Caribbean Kitchen have in its latest inspection?
Tamara Caribbean Kitchen had 8 violations in its latest inspection, including 5 critical violations and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is Tamara Caribbean Kitchen located?
Tamara Caribbean Kitchen is located at 8913 Glenwood Road in Brooklyn, NY 11236.
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: 50098328
Last updated: June 26, 2026