Tropical Grill Restaurant

2145-2151 Adam Clayton Powel Blvd, Manhattan, NY
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Aug 26, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

The health department has logged four inspections at Tropical Grill Restaurant, the earliest from 2023. On Aug 26, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

“Food contact surface not properly washed” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

Compared to the broader Manhattan restaurant scene, where the average is 77, this is a stronger showing. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 26, 2025
Cycle Inspection / 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
82
Aug 13, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 critical violations.
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Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
74
Jul 9, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
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
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
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
70
Mar 22, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
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
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tropical Grill Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tropical Grill Restaurant on file is from Aug 26, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Tropical Grill Restaurant?

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

How does Tropical Grill Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Tropical Grill Restaurant most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Tropical Grill Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tropical Grill Restaurant have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Tropical Grill Restaurant 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 Tropical Grill Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Tropical Grill Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.