BAJE A TASTE OF THE CARIBBEAN

GRADE A

Wednesday, April 23, 2025

Overview

BAJE A TASTE OF THE CARIBBEAN in East Flatbush Rugby received a Grade A on their NYC health inspection on April 23, 2025, scoring 12 points. The inspection found 2 violations, including 2 critical.

Address
1140 UTICA AVENUE
Brooklyn, NY 11203
Cuisine
Other
Inspection Type
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Violations
2 total
⚠ 2 critical
Facility History
1 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 09B

Thawing procedure improper

Thawing procedure improper.

⚠️ Why This Matters

Improper thawing allows surface bacteria to multiply while interior remains frozen

📋 Code Requirements

Thaw under refrigeration, under cold running water, in microwave, or as part of cooking

CDC Risk Factor: Improper Holding/Time & Temperature
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.09
⚠ CRITICAL 03I

NYC Health Code Violation 03I

Juice packaged on premises with no or incomplete label, no warning statement

⚠️ Why This Matters

HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 03I to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.

📋 Code Requirements

Follow NYC Health Code Article 81 requirements. Implement corrective action immediately. Document all corrections. Train staff on proper procedures. Schedule follow-up inspection if critical.

Inspector's Action:

Violations were cited in the following area(s).

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BAJE A TASTE OF THE CARIBBEAN — Inspection Questions

Did BAJE A TASTE OF THE CARIBBEAN pass their NYC health inspection on April 23, 2025?
BAJE A TASTE OF THE CARIBBEAN passed with an A grade on April 23, 2025 with a score of 12 points. The inspection found 2 violation(s).
What critical violations did BAJE A TASTE OF THE CARIBBEAN have?
BAJE A TASTE OF THE CARIBBEAN had 2 critical violation(s) during their inspection. Critical violations directly contribute to foodborne illness and must be corrected immediately. These include issues with temperature control, hand washing, cross-contamination, and pest infestations.
What does violation code 09B mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 09B (Thawing procedure improper) is a major violation. Frozen foods must be thawed using approved methods to prevent bacterial growth Improper thawing allows surface bacteria to multiply while interior remains frozen
What does violation code 03I mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 03I (NYC Health Code Violation 03I) is a critical violation. Violation of NYC Health Code requirements HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 03I to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.