Caraotas

92-02 Jamaica Avenue, Queens, NY 11421
Fusion
Last inspected: Nov 15, 2025
55
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: Pending

The inspection history at Caraotas is still short, with only two visits logged. Caraotas was last inspected on Nov 15, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around two to closer to six violations per visit.

Across the inspection history, “food contact surface not properly washed” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

The city-wide average sits at 75, which Caraotas' 55 doesn't quite reach. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

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Inspections
3
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 15, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
06C
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
09E
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
10E
55
Jan 31, 2024
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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.
10F
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Caraotas last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Caraotas on file is from Nov 15, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Caraotas?

Across the inspection record, “food contact surface not properly washed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Caraotas.

How does Caraotas compare to other restaurants in Queens?

Caraotas most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Queens average of 75.

Has Caraotas' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Caraotas have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Caraotas means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.