Caribbean Krave

1980 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Boulevard, Manhattan, NY
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: May 9, 2025
78
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Caribbean Krave has been inspected three times since 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated May 9, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around six violations to closer to three violations per visit.

“Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Compared to the broader Manhattan restaurant scene, this is about average. The record reflects steady performance over time.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 9, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
10B
Thawing procedure improper.
09B
78
Jul 5, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.
04N
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Thawing procedure improper.
09B
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
10B
64
May 26, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
04M
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
Sign prohibiting smoking or using electronic cigarettes not conspicuously posted.
15-27
Food allergy information poster not conspicuously posted where food is being prepared or processed by food workers.
20-01
61

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Caribbean Krave last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Caribbean Krave on file is from May 9, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Caribbean Krave?

Across the inspection record, “anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Caribbean Krave.

How does Caribbean Krave compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Caribbean Krave most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Caribbean Krave's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Caribbean Krave have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Caribbean Krave means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Caribbean Krave inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Caribbean Krave is inspected around two times per year on average.