Tropicalfete

850 New York Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11203

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: May 27, 2025

Score

High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

The inspection history at Tropicalfete is still short, with only one visit logged. The latest inspection on file is from May 27, 2025. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

By comparison, the average Brooklyn facility scores 77, putting Tropicalfete on the weaker side. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

Inspections

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Inspection History

May 27, 2025

Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection

6 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 7 violations

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

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

06D

Toilet facility not provided for employees or for patrons when required. shared patron-employee toilet accessed through kitchen, food prep or storage area or utensil washing area.

05E

Insufficient or no hot holding, cold storage or cold holding equipment provided to maintain time/temperature control for safety foods (tcs) at required temperatures

05F

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

Food contact surface, refillable, reusable containers, or equipment improperly constructed, placed or maintained. unacceptable material used. culinary sink or other acceptable method not provided for washing food.

05C

Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.

09E

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tropicalfete last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tropicalfete on file is from May 27, 2025. The public record contains one inspection in total.

How does Tropicalfete compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Tropicalfete most recently scored 39 out of 100, which is lower than the Brooklyn average of 77.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Tropicalfete 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.

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