Grade ACaribbean
Balboa
1655 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn, 11225
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (4 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected Apr 1, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Apr 1, 2026
A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
CriticalA general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
Thawing procedure improper.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 1, 2026 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
| Oct 9, 2024 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (2 critical) |
| May 9, 2023 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 4 (2 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 2×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 10 rodent inspections on record, 1 finding rat activity.
- 1 recent 311 complaint filed at this address.
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