TAMARA CARIBBEAN KITCHEN in Canarsie
⚠️ This facility has been closed 2 times by the NYC Health Department
Latest: GRADE C
Last inspected Oct 3, 2025
📍 8913 GLENWOOD ROAD, Brooklyn, NY 11236 ·
🍽️ Caribbean
Overview
Tamara Caribbean Kitchen in Canarsie has been closed by NYC Health Department inspectors 2 times since 2022. The restaurant currently holds a Grade C with a score of 42 points, and has received Grade C on all 4 of its graded inspections across 11 total inspections on record.
11
Inspections on Record
Grade C
Current Grade
2
Closures
TAMARA CARIBBEAN KITCHEN in Canarsie: Emergency Closures (2)
TAMARA CARIBBEAN KITCHEN in Canarsie: Full Inspection History (11 records)
GRADE C
Oct 3, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 42
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 less within 2 hours, and from 70 °F to 41 °F or less within 4 additional hours.
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable mate...
Jul 10, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 24
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not...
GRADE C
Apr 7, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 41
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 less within 2 hours, and from 70 °F to 41 °F or less within 4 additional hours.
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive ...
Mar 5, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 60
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Current letter grade or "Grade Pending" card not conspicuo...
Mar 5, 2025
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Current letter grade or "Grade Pending" card not conspicuously posted or visible to passersby
Violations:
20-05
GRADE C
Aug 27, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Score: 3
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
Aug 23, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Score: 15
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
Aug 19, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 29
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.
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable materia...
🚫 CLOSURE
Aug 19, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 29
Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or superv...
Jan 3, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 19
Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive ...
GRADE C
Nov 30, 2022
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 54
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where requ...
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TAMARA CARIBBEAN KITCHEN in Canarsie: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was TAMARA CARIBBEAN KITCHEN last inspected?
- TAMARA CARIBBEAN KITCHEN was last inspected on October 3, 2025 (Grade C). The inspection score was 42 points.
- What is TAMARA CARIBBEAN KITCHEN's current health grade?
- TAMARA CARIBBEAN KITCHEN currently holds a Grade C. Grade C indicates a score of 28 or more points. This is the lowest letter grade issued by NYC Health.
- How many times has TAMARA CARIBBEAN KITCHEN been closed by NYC Health?
- TAMARA CARIBBEAN KITCHEN 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 TAMARA CARIBBEAN KITCHEN had?
- TAMARA CARIBBEAN KITCHEN has 11 health inspections on record from November 2022 through October 2025. Grade C on 4 occasions.
- What was the worst inspection score at TAMARA CARIBBEAN KITCHEN?
- The worst inspection score recorded at TAMARA CARIBBEAN KITCHEN was 60 points on March 5, 2025. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.