Caribbean Taste Budz
87-82 SUTPHIN BOULEVARD, Queens, 11435
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (6 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected Jan 14, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Jan 14, 2026
An issue with how food is prepared, protected, or handled during service.
Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
CriticalFood was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
A staff hygiene issue, such as handwashing, glove use, or bare-hand contact with food.
“Choking first aid” poster not posted. “Alcohol and Pregnancy” warning sign not posted. Resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 14, 2026 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 3 (1 critical) |
| Oct 28, 2025 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 8 (4 critical) |
| Aug 29, 2024 | Grade B | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 3 (1 critical) |
| Mar 4, 2024 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 11 (4 critical) |
| Sep 20, 2023 | Grade Pending | Administrative Miscellaneous / Compliance Inspection | 5 (2 critical) |
| Aug 25, 2023 | Grade C | Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection | 3 (1 critical) |
| Jul 11, 2023 | Grade Pending | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection | 6 (3 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 6×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
- 5×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
- 3×A paperwork or posting requirement, such as permits, certificates, or required signs.
- 3×Food was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
- 3×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
- 3×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
- 2×An issue with how food is prepared, protected, or handled during service.
- 2×Food was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
- 2×An issue with how food is prepared, protected, or handled during service.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 5 rodent inspections on record, 1 finding rat activity.
- 2 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.
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