Brooklyn, NY — Roti On The Run, a Caribbean restaurant at 189 Norwood Avenue, received a Grade B following a New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene inspection conducted on March 27, 2026. The restaurant scored 27 points — the highest score within the Grade B range and one point below the Grade C threshold. Inspection data was released by DOHMH on March 30, 2026.
No critical violations were documented during the inspection. One non-critical violation was recorded.
What Inspectors Found
Inspectors cited one violation under Code 10F: a non-food contact surface or equipment was found to be 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.
While non-critical violations do not involve direct food contamination risks, equipment that cannot be properly cleaned can harbor bacteria over time and contribute to sanitation concerns. Under NYC Health Code Article 81 and the FDA Food Code, food service establishments are required to maintain all equipment and surfaces in a manner that facilitates effective cleaning and does not create conditions that could compromise food safety.
Food Safety Context
NYC Health Code Article 81 governs food safety standards for all city restaurants, covering equipment maintenance, food handling, temperature controls, and facility sanitation. The FDA Food Code, which New York City's standards align with, similarly requires that non-food contact surfaces be constructed of smooth, durable, and cleanable materials and maintained in good condition.
A score of 27 represents the upper boundary of the Grade B range. While the restaurant passed the inspection with a B grade, the score reflects a meaningful accumulation of documented points — placing the operation at the edge of what separates a B from a C.
Inspection History
Roti On The Run has a mixed inspection record in recent years:
- 2026-01-20: Score 43
- 2024-08-22: Score 7 (Grade A)
- 2024-05-22: Score 23
- 2023-01-05: Score 9 (Grade A)
- 2022-06-17: Score 25
- 2022-01-24: Score 0 (Grade A)
The restaurant has historically performed well, earning Grade A scores in multiple inspections. However, the January 2026 inspection produced a score of 43 — above the Grade C threshold — and the most recent inspection at 27 points continues a trend of elevated scores following several strong prior results.
Understanding NYC Restaurant Grades
New York City's restaurant grading system is based on points assigned during DOHMH inspections. Lower scores indicate fewer violations:
- Grade A: 0–13 points
- Grade B: 14–27 points
- Grade C: 28 or more points
Restaurants that do not receive an A grade on an initial inspection are re-inspected. The grade posted at the establishment reflects the most recent completed inspection cycle.
Current inspection records for Roti On The Run and all New York City restaurants are available through the DOHMH online restaurant inspection database at the NYC Open Data portal.
More About This Restaurant
View the full inspection history for Roti On The Run including all past inspections, violations, and grade changes.