Tropical Jerk

217-95 Hempstead Avenue, Queens, NY 11429
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Jan 12, 2026
55
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Tropical Jerk in Queens, NY, has undergone five inspections, with the most recent assessment on January 12, 2026, resulting in a moderate risk designation. Inspectors identified six total violations, including issues regarding hand washing facilities, the maintenance of food contact surfaces, and the posting of the required grade card. The facility has maintained a consistent pattern of moderate-risk findings across its inspection history.

5
Inspections
3
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 12, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
55
Jun 26, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
58
May 22, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
64
Feb 16, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
67
Apr 24, 2023
Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
1 minor violation.
95
Violations — Jan 12, 2026 Inspection
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
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
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
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Critical
Not Critical