Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
July 14, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
7 / 5
Caribbean Starr currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on July 14, 2025 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 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.
Non-Critical
- 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.
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Latest Inspection Details
July 14, 2025
- Date
- July 14, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-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
5 inspections
Jul 14, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 3, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 17, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 5, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 3, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Caribbean Starr has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: July 2025 and May 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.
Caribbean Starr's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Caribbean Starr's current NYC health grade?
Caribbean Starr currently has a A grade.
When was Caribbean Starr last inspected?
Caribbean Starr was last inspected on July 14, 2025.
What was Caribbean Starr's latest inspection score?
Caribbean Starr's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Caribbean Starr have in its latest inspection?
Caribbean Starr had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Caribbean Starr located?
Caribbean Starr is located at 280 Lenox Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10027.
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: 50075824
Last updated: June 26, 2026