TROPICAL JADE 3 ROTI EXPRESS in South Ozone Park
⚠️ This facility has been closed 2 times by the NYC Health Department
Latest: GRADE Z
Last inspected Nov 7, 2025
📍 118-03 LIBERTY AVENUE, Queens, NY 11419 ·
🍽️ Caribbean
Overview
Tropical Jade 3 Roti Express in South Ozone Park has been subject to 2 emergency closures by NYC DOHMH inspectors since 2022. The restaurant currently holds a Grade Z following a score of 25 points on its most recent inspection. Across 8 inspections from 2022 to 2025, the restaurant has received 2 Grade A results and 1 Grade C result.
8
Inspections on Record
Grade Z
Current Grade
2
Closures
2
Grade A Inspections
TROPICAL JADE 3 ROTI EXPRESS in South Ozone Park: Emergency Closures (2)
TROPICAL JADE 3 ROTI EXPRESS in South Ozone Park: Full Inspection History (8 records)
GRADE Z
Nov 7, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 25
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
Thawing procedure improper.
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Anti-siphon...
Sep 25, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 31
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 contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized ...
GRADE A
Jul 11, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 12
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...
GRADE A
Mar 14, 2023
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 11
Single service article not provided. Single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. Drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact su...
Mar 14, 2023
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
“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.
Violations:
20-04
GRADE C
Dec 1, 2022
— Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Score: 3
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.
Violations:
10B
🚫 CLOSURE
Nov 28, 2022
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 26
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include ...
🚫 CLOSURE
Nov 28, 2022
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 26
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
Contract with a pest management professional not in place. Record of extermination activities not kept on premises.
Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or...
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TROPICAL JADE 3 ROTI EXPRESS in South Ozone Park: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was TROPICAL JADE 3 ROTI EXPRESS last inspected?
- TROPICAL JADE 3 ROTI EXPRESS was last inspected on November 7, 2025 (Grade Z). The inspection score was 25 points.
- What is TROPICAL JADE 3 ROTI EXPRESS's current health grade?
- TROPICAL JADE 3 ROTI EXPRESS currently holds a Grade Z.
- How many times has TROPICAL JADE 3 ROTI EXPRESS been closed by NYC Health?
- TROPICAL JADE 3 ROTI EXPRESS 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 TROPICAL JADE 3 ROTI EXPRESS had?
- TROPICAL JADE 3 ROTI EXPRESS has 8 health inspections on record from November 2022 through November 2025. The restaurant received Grade A on 2 occasions. Grade C on 1 occasion.
- What was the worst inspection score at TROPICAL JADE 3 ROTI EXPRESS?
- The worst inspection score recorded at TROPICAL JADE 3 ROTI EXPRESS was 31 points on September 25, 2025. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.