TROPICAL JERK in Queens Village
Latest: GRADE C
Last inspected Jan 12, 2026
📍 217-95 HEMPSTEAD AVENUE, Queens, NY 11429 ·
🍽️ Caribbean
Overview
Tropical Jerk in Queens Village holds a current Grade C from NYC DOHMH, with a score of 36 points from its most recent inspection in 2026. Across 8 inspections dating back to 2022, the restaurant has received 1 Grade B and 2 Grade C results, with no emergency closures on record.
8
Inspections on Record
Grade C
Current Grade
TROPICAL JERK in Queens Village: Full Inspection History (8 records)
Jan 12, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 35
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
Violations:
09C
Jan 12, 2026
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted
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.
GRADE C
Jun 26, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 36
Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
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 house fli...
May 22, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 25
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Thawing procedure improper.
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.
Food Pro...
GRADE B
Feb 16, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 22
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.
Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, imp...
Apr 24, 2023
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted
Violations:
20-06
Jan 9, 2023
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 27
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer...
GRADE C
Jul 21, 2022
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 30
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.
Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; in...
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TROPICAL JERK in Queens Village: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was TROPICAL JERK last inspected?
- TROPICAL JERK was last inspected on January 12, 2026 (Grade C). The inspection score was 35 points.
- What is TROPICAL JERK's current health grade?
- TROPICAL JERK 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 health inspections has TROPICAL JERK had?
- TROPICAL JERK has 8 health inspections on record from July 2022 through January 2026. Grade B on 1 occasion. Grade C on 2 occasions.
- What was the worst inspection score at TROPICAL JERK?
- The worst inspection score recorded at TROPICAL JERK was 36 points on June 26, 2025. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has TROPICAL JERK ever received a Grade C?
- Yes. TROPICAL JERK has received a Grade C on 2 inspections. A Grade C means a score of 28 or more points.