RICHARD'S CARIBBEAN CAFE in Canarsie
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Jan 23, 2026
📍 9606 AVENUE L, Brooklyn, NY 11236 ·
🍽️ Caribbean
Overview
Richard's Caribbean Cafe in Canarsie holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH, with a score of 4 points on its most recent inspection. The restaurant has maintained Grade A on both of its graded inspections since 2023, with no emergency closures on record.
5
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
2
Grade A Inspections
RICHARD'S CARIBBEAN CAFE in Canarsie: Full Inspection History (5 records)
GRADE A
Jan 23, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 4
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
Nov 3, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 22
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.
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 cl...
Aug 12, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 27
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
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.
Filth flies...
GRADE A
Jan 24, 2024
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Score: 9
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
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 dispos...
Dec 14, 2023
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 25
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 movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and undern...
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RICHARD'S CARIBBEAN CAFE in Canarsie: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was RICHARD'S CARIBBEAN CAFE last inspected?
- RICHARD'S CARIBBEAN CAFE was last inspected on January 23, 2026 (Grade A). The inspection score was 4 points.
- What is RICHARD'S CARIBBEAN CAFE's current health grade?
- RICHARD'S CARIBBEAN CAFE currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many health inspections has RICHARD'S CARIBBEAN CAFE had?
- RICHARD'S CARIBBEAN CAFE has 5 health inspections on record from December 2023 through January 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 2 occasions.
- What was the worst inspection score at RICHARD'S CARIBBEAN CAFE?
- The worst inspection score recorded at RICHARD'S CARIBBEAN CAFE was 27 points on August 12, 2024. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has RICHARD'S CARIBBEAN CAFE ever received a Grade C?
- No. RICHARD'S CARIBBEAN CAFE has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.