TROPICAL COFFEE SHOP

SCORE: 35 POINTS

Friday, May 15, 2026

Overview

TROPICAL COFFEE SHOP in Brownsville underwent a NYC health inspection on May 15, 2026 and scored 35 points. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address
584 ROCKAWAY AVENUE
Brooklyn, NY 11212
Cuisine
Latin American
Inspection Type
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
4 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 04E

Toxic chemical or pesticide improperly stored or used such that food contamination may occur. Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. Garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. Garbage, refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected, stored, removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance.

Toxic chemical or pesticide improperly stored or used such that food contamination may occur.

⚠️ Why This Matters

HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link Toxic chemical or pesticide improperly s 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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TROPICAL COFFEE SHOP — Inspection Questions

Did TROPICAL COFFEE SHOP pass their NYC health inspection on May 15, 2026?
TROPICAL COFFEE SHOP underwent inspection on May 15, 2026 with a score of 35 points. The inspection found 1 violation(s).
What critical violations did TROPICAL COFFEE SHOP have?
TROPICAL COFFEE SHOP 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 04E mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 04E (Toxic chemical or pesticide improperly stored or used such that food contamination may occur. Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. Garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. Garbage, refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected, stored, removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance.) is a critical violation. Toxic chemical or pesticide improperly stored or used such that food contamination may occur. Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. Garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. Garbage, refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected, stored, removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance. HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link Toxic chemical or pesticide improperly s to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.