Golden Krust Caribbean Bakery & Grill

1438 Metropolitan Avenue, Bronx, NY 10462

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Apr 8, 2026

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

The health department has logged six inspections at Golden Krust Caribbean Bakery & Grill, the earliest from 2023. Golden Krust Caribbean Bakery & Grill was last inspected on Apr 8, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

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

Across the inspection history, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Compared to the broader Bronx restaurant scene, this is about average. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 8, 2026

Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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Cold tcs food item held above 41 °f; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °f; intact raw eggs held above 45 °f; or reduced oxygen packaged (rop) tcs foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.

02G

Current letter grade or grade pending card not posted

20-06

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

Oct 23, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

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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

Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

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

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.

09C

Jul 25, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

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Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

06F

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

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.

10A

Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information

20-08

Dec 7, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

10B

Oct 7, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. no hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. no soap or acceptable hand-drying device.

05D

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

May 15, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.

06A

10F

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Golden Krust Caribbean Bakery & Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Golden Krust Caribbean Bakery & Grill on file is from Apr 8, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Golden Krust Caribbean Bakery & Grill?

Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Golden Krust Caribbean Bakery & Grill.

How does Golden Krust Caribbean Bakery & Grill compare to other restaurants in Bronx?

Golden Krust Caribbean Bakery & Grill most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Bronx average of 77.

Has Golden Krust Caribbean Bakery & Grill's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Golden Krust Caribbean Bakery & Grill have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Golden Krust Caribbean Bakery & Grill 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 Golden Krust Caribbean Bakery & Grill inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Golden Krust Caribbean Bakery & Grill is inspected around two times per year on average.

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