Caribbean Taste Budz Health Inspection Grade
Caribbean · 87-82 Sutphin Boulevard, Queens, NY 11435
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
13
Last inspection
January 14, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
8 / 5
Caribbean Taste Budz currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on January 14, 2026 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 13 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
Non-Critical
- Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
- “Choking first aid” poster not posted. “Alcohol and Pregnancy” warning sign not posted. Resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
Latest Inspection Details
January 14, 2026
- Date
- January 14, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 13
- Critical points
- 8
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
7 inspections
Jan 14, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 28, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 29, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 4, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 20, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Compliance Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 25, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 11, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Caribbean Taste Budz's most recent graded inspection in January 2026 was a A, after a B in August 2024.
What This Grade Means
NYC inspection scores are penalty points. Lower scores are better. A score of 0–13 generally qualifies for an A, 14–27 for a B, and 28+ for a C.
Caribbean Taste Budz's latest score: 13
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Caribbean Taste Budz's current NYC health grade?
Caribbean Taste Budz currently has a A grade.
When was Caribbean Taste Budz last inspected?
Caribbean Taste Budz was last inspected on January 14, 2026.
What was Caribbean Taste Budz's latest inspection score?
Caribbean Taste Budz's latest inspection score was 13 points.
How many violations did Caribbean Taste Budz have in its latest inspection?
Caribbean Taste Budz had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Caribbean Taste Budz located?
Caribbean Taste Budz is located at 87-82 Sutphin Boulevard in Queens, NY 11435.
Data source: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene restaurant inspection data via NYC Open Data. Inspection results may change as new inspections, reinspections, or adjudications are posted.
Restaurant ID: 50126592
Last updated: July 3, 2026