Caribbean Feast
Last inspected: Sep 15, 2025
47
Score
Across the available record, Caribbean Feast has four inspections on file, the first dated 2023. On Sep 15, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near eight violations per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable”, showing up three times.
The city-wide average sits at 72, which Caribbean Feast's 47 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
4
Inspections
3
Critical latest
0
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 15, 2025
Reinspection
3 critical violations. 6 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
Hands clean & properly washed
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food employees observed donning single use gloves without a prior hand wash. Corrected on Site: Food employee was instructed to wash hands before putting on new gloves
46.132
Food separated & protected
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw chicken being stored on top of collard greens inside of walk-in cooler. Corrected on Site: Collard greens were removed upon request.
46.281
Proper cold holding temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cooked chicken and sliced vegetables held at 43-46 degrees F rather than 41 degrees F or below as required. Corrected on Site: Food was disposed of upon request.
46.385(a)(2)
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: An insect control device (fly strips and zappers) located in basement food pre area with potential to contaminate food, equipment, and / or utensils. Corrected on Site: Devices were removed upon request.
46.922(c)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Observed reach-in refrigerator in food prep area only reaching a minimum temperature of 50F rather than 41F or below. New Violation.
46.671
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: Food facility lacks sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration.
46.634
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed the following: - Severe dust and grease accumulation on hood exhaust in kitchen. - Cleaning needed inside of fryer due to severe grease accumulation.
46.711(b)(c)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed the following: - Leak coming from pipe near walk-in cooler in basement. - Faucet handle of three compartment sink leaking when turned on.
46.822
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: The following observations were noted: -Open wall seams in the food prep and basement areas. -Damaged ceilings in the food prep and basement areas. -Unsealed gaps and holes in the food prep and basement areas. -Damaged floor tiles in the food prep and basement areas.
46.901
47
Aug 4, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 10 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 13 violations
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the following: - Bucket inside of handwashing sink in service area. - No soap at handwashing sink in kitchen. Corrected on Site: Bucket was removed and soap was added upon request.
46.981(h)
Toxic substances properly identified, stored & used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Working containers in food prep area, used for storing chemicals taken from bulk supplies, were not marked with the common name of the chemical. Corrected on Site: Bottle was labeled upon request. New Violation.
46.1002
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no stoppers in facility for three compartment sink. Corrected on Site: Stoppers were bought upon request.
46.731
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: Observed non-food grade bags being used to store chicken in walk-in cooler. New Violation.
46.321
In-use utensils: properly stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed metal bowl without handle stored inside of bulk mac and cheese. Corrected on Site: Bowl was removed upon request.
46.302
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Warewash and food prep sink not properly sealed to wall surface. New Violation.
46.652
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: Food facility lacks sanitizer test strips to monitor sanitizer concentration. New Violation.
46.634
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed ice accumulation inside of reach-in freezer in kitchen. New Violation.
46.714
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed the following: - Leak coming from pipe near walk-in cooler in basement. - Faucet handle of three compartment sink leaking when turned on. New Violation.
46.822
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: Observed broom and dustpan on floor and not elevated when not in use. New Violation.
46.981(e)(m)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed light not working properly inside of reach-in refrigerator. New Violation.
46.943
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Working bulk food ingredient storage containers are not labeled with the common name of the food. New Violation.
46.282
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of insect activity (flies) observed in the basement/food prep area. New Violation.
46.981(k)(l)
41
Dec 1, 2023
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Warewash and food prep sink not properly sealed to wall surface.
46.652
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: The following observations were noted: -Static dust present on ceiling fans in customer waiting area. -Debris along floor perimeter of food prep area. New Violation.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
90
Oct 10, 2023
Routine
3 critical violations. 8 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 11 violations
Toxic substances properly identified, stored & used
Inspector notes: Observed rodenticides not labeled by the manufacturer for food facility usage, in the basement area. New Violation.
46.1026
Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: An employee's beverage containers was observed in a reach-in refrigeration unit. Corrective action: Person in charge removed employee beverages during time of inspection.
46.151(a)
Food separated & protected
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The following observations were noted: -Knives being stored between wall surface and warewashing sink in the basement area. Corrective action: Person in charge removed knives from crevice during time of inspection. -Spoons and scoopers observed submerged in food items in working bulk containers. Corrective action: Person in charge removed scoopers and spoons from working bulk containers during time of inspection.
46.301
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of rodent activity (Mouse droppings) observed in the storage area in the food prep area. *Health Sanitarian advised person in charge to call exterminator* New Violation.
46.981(k)(l)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: Grill observed outside with no overhead protection or handwash sink. *Grill is not permitted to be used* New Violation.
46.323
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: Moist wiping cloths observed lying on tables and not stored in sanitizing solution. New Violation.
46.772
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Warewash and food prep sink not properly sealed to wall surface. New Violation.
46.652
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Debris and residue along floor perimeter of walk-in cooler. New Violation.
46.714
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: The following observations were noted: -Toilet paper along floor perimeter -Damaged base coving -Static dust present on fan cover in restroom area. New Violation.
46.981(b)(i)
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: The following observations were noted: -Debris, food, grease grime along floor perimeter behind and under cooking equipment in the food prep area. -Debris inside food prepping tables in the food prep area. -Debris, Packaging, employee clothing under steam table and hot holding equipment in front serving area. -Debris behind reach-in unit in front serving area. New Violation.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Employee clothing and bags observed on shelving where cooking equipment and food is being stored. New Violation.
46.963
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Caribbean Feast last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Caribbean Feast on file is from Sep 15, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Caribbean Feast?
Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Caribbean Feast.
Has Caribbean Feast's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Caribbean Feast have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Caribbean Feast 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 Caribbean Feast inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Caribbean Feast is inspected around two times per year on average.
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