ISLAND FLAMEZ CARIBBEAN CUISINE

SCORE: 21 POINTS

Wednesday, March 25, 2026

Overview

ISLAND FLAMEZ CARIBBEAN CUISINE in Brownsville underwent a NYC health inspection on March 25, 2026 and scored 21 points. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address
642 ROCKAWAY AVENUE
Brooklyn, NY 11212
Cuisine
Other
Inspection Type
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
2 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 04M

Live Roaches Present in Facility

Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.

⚠️ Why This Matters

DISEASE VECTORS: Roaches carry 33 types of bacteria, 6 parasitic worms, 7 human pathogens. Travel from sewers/garbage to food surfaces. Spread Salmonella, E. coli, Staphylococcus. Trigger severe asthma and allergies. One roach = likely infestation of hundreds.

📋 Code Requirements

Immediate elimination required: Professional extermination ASAP, Find and eliminate water sources (roaches need water daily), Seal all cracks/crevices, Deep clean with degreaser, Remove cardboard/clutter, Apply gel baits in non-food areas, Follow-up treatment in 2 weeks.

CDC Risk Factor: Contaminated Equipment/Environmental
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.17
Inspector's Action:

Violations were cited in the following area(s).

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ISLAND FLAMEZ CARIBBEAN CUISINE — Inspection Questions

Did ISLAND FLAMEZ CARIBBEAN CUISINE pass their NYC health inspection on March 25, 2026?
ISLAND FLAMEZ CARIBBEAN CUISINE underwent inspection on March 25, 2026 with a score of 21 points. The inspection found 1 violation(s).
What critical violations did ISLAND FLAMEZ CARIBBEAN CUISINE have?
ISLAND FLAMEZ CARIBBEAN CUISINE 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 04M mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 04M (Live Roaches Present in Facility) is a critical violation. Live cockroaches observed in food or non-food areas of establishment. DISEASE VECTORS: Roaches carry 33 types of bacteria, 6 parasitic worms, 7 human pathogens. Travel from sewers/garbage to food surfaces. Spread Salmonella, E. coli, Staphylococcus. Trigger severe asthma and allergies. One roach = likely infestation of hundreds.