Did CARIBBEAN SWEET SPICE pass their NYC health inspection on April 5, 2023?

CARIBBEAN SWEET SPICE passed with an A grade on April 5, 2023 with a score of 10 points. The inspection found 1 violation(s).

What critical violations did CARIBBEAN SWEET SPICE have?

CARIBBEAN SWEET SPICE had 1 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 03A mean in NYC restaurant inspections?

NYC violation 03A (Food from unapproved or unknown source) is a critical violation. All food must come from approved, inspected sources to ensure safety Unapproved sources may contain parasites, chemicals, or pathogens not eliminated by cooking

CARIBBEAN SWEET SPICE

GRADE A

Wednesday, April 5, 2023

Overview

CARIBBEAN SWEET SPICE in Prospect Heights received a Grade A on their NYC health inspection on April 5, 2023, scoring 10 points. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address

771A WASHINGTON AVENUE

Brooklyn, NY 11238

Cuisine

Caribbean

Inspection Type

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

Violations

1 total

⚠ 1 critical

Facility History

5 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 03A

Food from unapproved or unknown source

Food, prohibited, from unapproved or unknown source, home canned or home prepared. Animal slaughtered, butchered or dressed (eviscerated, skinned) in establishment. Reduced Oxygen Packaged (ROP) fish not frozen before processing. ROP food prepared on premises transported to another site.

⚠️ Why This Matters

Unapproved sources may contain parasites, chemicals, or pathogens not eliminated by cooking

📋 Code Requirements

Purchase from licensed, inspected suppliers; maintain invoices; no home-prepared foods

CDC Risk Factor: Food from Unsafe Sources

NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.11

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Inspector's Action:

Violations were cited in the following area(s).

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