Tamara Caribbean Kitchen
8913 GLENWOOD ROAD, 11236
Caribbean
9174605103
CScore: 42
Last inspected: October 3, 2025
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Inspection History
October 3, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Violations were cited in the following area(s).
CScore: 42
02BHot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
02HAfter 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.
04AFood Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04LEvidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04MLive roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
08AEstablishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08CPesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
10FNon-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.
July 10, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Violations were cited in the following area(s).
NScore: 24
02BHot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
04AFood Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
10FNon-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.
10GDishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
April 7, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Violations were cited in the following area(s).
CScore: 41
02HAfter 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.
04AFood Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04MLive roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
05DNo 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.
08AEstablishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
10GDishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
March 5, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Violations were cited in the following area(s).
NScore: 60
02BHot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
02GCold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
04AFood Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04JProperly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of TCS foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.
04LEvidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04MLive roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
05DNo 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.
08AEstablishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
10BAnti-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.
10GDishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
20-05Current letter grade or "Grade Pending" card not conspicuously posted or visible to passersby
August 27, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Establishment re-opened by DOHMH.
CScore: 3
10FNon-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.
August 23, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Establishment re-closed by DOHMH.
NScore: 15
04LEvidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
08AEstablishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
10FNon-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.
August 19, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Establishment Closed by DOHMH. Violations were cited in the following area(s) and those requiring immediate action were addressed.
NScore: 29
02GCold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
02HAfter 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.
04AFood Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
10BAnti-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.
10FNon-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.
January 3, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Violations were cited in the following area(s).
NScore: 19
02GCold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
04LEvidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
08AEstablishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08CPesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
November 30, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Violations were cited in the following area(s).
CScore: 54
02BHot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
04LEvidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
06APersonal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry is worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
06DFood contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
08AEstablishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
10BAnti-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.