CENTRAL CARIBBEAN BAKERY in Pelham Gardens
⚠️ This facility has been closed 2 times by the NYC Health Department
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Jan 28, 2026
📍 1322 EAST GUN HILL ROAD, Bronx, NY 10469 ·
🍽️ Bakery Products/Desserts
Overview
Central Caribbean Bakery in Pelham Gardens has been closed by NYC Health Department inspectors 2 times since 2022. The bakery currently holds a Grade A from its most recent inspection, scoring 11 points, and has received Grade A on 3 of its 11 inspections over the past four years.
11
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
2
Closures
3
Grade A Inspections
CENTRAL CARIBBEAN BAKERY in Pelham Gardens: Emergency Closures (2)
CENTRAL CARIBBEAN BAKERY in Pelham Gardens: Full Inspection History (11 records)
GRADE A
Jan 28, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 11
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Violations:
04L
Nov 26, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 30
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
No 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 ...
GRADE A
Apr 24, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 9
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility...
Dec 18, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 21
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
Establishment is not free of harborag...
GRADE P
Mar 16, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Score: 7
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
Violations:
04H
Mar 14, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Score: 13
Non-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.
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects o...
🚫 CLOSURE
Mar 11, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 90
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
Non-food contact surfa...
🚫 CLOSURE
Mar 11, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 90
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
After 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 les...
Jan 26, 2023
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Re-inspection
Failure to display required signage about plastic straw availability.
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or mova...
GRADE A
Jan 26, 2023
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 11
Non-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.
Violations:
10F
Jul 13, 2022
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 0
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.
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or ...
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CENTRAL CARIBBEAN BAKERY in Pelham Gardens: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was CENTRAL CARIBBEAN BAKERY last inspected?
- CENTRAL CARIBBEAN BAKERY was last inspected on January 28, 2026 (Grade A). The inspection score was 11 points.
- What is CENTRAL CARIBBEAN BAKERY's current health grade?
- CENTRAL CARIBBEAN BAKERY currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many times has CENTRAL CARIBBEAN BAKERY been closed by NYC Health?
- CENTRAL CARIBBEAN BAKERY has been closed by NYC Health Department inspectors 2 times. Emergency closures occur when inspectors find conditions that pose an immediate public health hazard.
- How many health inspections has CENTRAL CARIBBEAN BAKERY had?
- CENTRAL CARIBBEAN BAKERY has 11 health inspections on record from July 2022 through January 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 3 occasions.
- What was the worst inspection score at CENTRAL CARIBBEAN BAKERY?
- The worst inspection score recorded at CENTRAL CARIBBEAN BAKERY was 90 points on March 11, 2024. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.