Taste the Tropics Ice Cream Health Inspection Grade
Frozen Desserts · 1839 Nostrand Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11226
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
April 30, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
0 / 12
Taste the Tropics Ice Cream currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on April 30, 2025 found 4 violations, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
0 critical · 4 non-critical
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.
- Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
- Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
- Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
Latest Inspection Details
April 30, 2025
- Date
- April 30, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 0
- Non-critical points
- 12
- Violations
- 4 (0 critical, 4 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Apr 30, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 8, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jan 17, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Taste the Tropics Ice Cream has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: April 2025 and April 2024. Its latest score remained 12 in both inspections.
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.
Taste the Tropics Ice Cream's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taste the Tropics Ice Cream's current NYC health grade?
Taste the Tropics Ice Cream currently has a A grade.
When was Taste the Tropics Ice Cream last inspected?
Taste the Tropics Ice Cream was last inspected on April 30, 2025.
What was Taste the Tropics Ice Cream's latest inspection score?
Taste the Tropics Ice Cream's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Taste the Tropics Ice Cream have in its latest inspection?
Taste the Tropics Ice Cream had 4 violations in its latest inspection, including 0 critical violations and 4 non-critical violations.
Where is Taste the Tropics Ice Cream located?
Taste the Tropics Ice Cream is located at 1839 Nostrand 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: 40356731
Last updated: June 26, 2026