SOLDIERS CARIBBEAN BUFFET RESTAURANT

GRADE A

Monday, March 16, 2026

Overview

SOLDIERS CARIBBEAN BUFFET RESTAURANT in Crown Heights (North) received a Grade A on their NYC health inspection on March 16, 2026, scoring 11 points. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address
1439 ST JOHNS PLACE
Brooklyn, NY 11213
Cuisine
Caribbean
Inspection Type
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
7 inspections
1 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 10F

Non-food Contact Surfaces Not Clean

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.

⚠️ Why This Matters

INDIRECT CONTAMINATION: Dirty non-food surfaces harbor pests and bacteria. Employees touch these surfaces then food. Accumulation attracts roaches and rodents. Creates reservoir of contamination that spreads throughout facility.

📋 Code Requirements

Clean all non-food surfaces regularly: Walls, ceilings, floors daily in food areas, Equipment exteriors, Storage shelves, Light fixtures monthly. Seal cracks. Repair damaged surfaces. Maintain cleaning schedule. Assign responsibilities.

CDC Risk Factor: Environmental Contamination
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.23
Inspector's Action:

Violations were cited in the following area(s).

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SOLDIERS CARIBBEAN BUFFET RESTAURANT — Inspection Questions

Did SOLDIERS CARIBBEAN BUFFET RESTAURANT pass their NYC health inspection on March 16, 2026?
SOLDIERS CARIBBEAN BUFFET RESTAURANT passed with an A grade on March 16, 2026 with a score of 11 points. The inspection found 1 violation(s).
What critical violations did SOLDIERS CARIBBEAN BUFFET RESTAURANT have?
SOLDIERS CARIBBEAN BUFFET RESTAURANT 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 10F mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 10F (Non-food Contact Surfaces Not Clean) is a minor violation. Non-food contact surfaces or equipment not kept clean, not properly sealed, or not properly maintained. INDIRECT CONTAMINATION: Dirty non-food surfaces harbor pests and bacteria. Employees touch these surfaces then food. Accumulation attracts roaches and rodents. Creates reservoir of contamination that spreads throughout facility.