Tropical Rottisserie

2701 Sedgwick Avenue, Bronx, NY 10468

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Nov 26, 2024

Score

High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Going back to 2023, Tropical Rottisserie has three inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Nov 26, 2024. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around 14 violations per visit versus roughly six violations earlier in the record.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food”, showing up three times.

By comparison, the average Bronx facility scores 77, putting Tropical Rottisserie on the weaker side. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 26, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

8 critical violations. 6 minor violations.

View 14 violations

Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.

04H

Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of tcs foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.

04J

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

04K

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

Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.

04M

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

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

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

02B

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

09C

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

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

08A

“choking first aid” poster not posted. “alcohol and pregnancy” warning sign not posted. resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.

20-04

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

Feb 2, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.

View 7 violations

04N

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

04A

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

04K

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

08A

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

10G

Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. garbage, refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected, stored, removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance.

08B

Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

08C

Feb 28, 2023

Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

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

04K

Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.

04M

10F

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

08A

10B

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tropical Rottisserie last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tropical Rottisserie on file is from Nov 26, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Tropical Rottisserie?

Across the inspection record, “evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Tropical Rottisserie.

How does Tropical Rottisserie compare to other restaurants in Bronx?

Tropical Rottisserie most recently scored 22 out of 100, which is lower than the Bronx average of 77.

Has Tropical Rottisserie's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Tropical Rottisserie have averaged around 14 violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Tropical Rottisserie means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Tropical Rottisserie inspected?

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

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