What is Trinidad Killa Smokehouse's health inspection score?

Trinidad Killa Smokehouse has a SafeDine safety score of 34 out of 100 (Grade C). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Trinidad Killa Smokehouse last inspected?

Trinidad Killa Smokehouse was last inspected on March 10, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Trinidad Killa Smokehouse have?

Trinidad Killa Smokehouse has 15 total violations across 3 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Trinidad Killa Smokehouse safe to eat at?

Trinidad Killa Smokehouse has a safety score of 34/100, which suggests room for improvement. Review the detailed inspection history on SafeDine for more information.

What type of cuisine does Trinidad Killa Smokehouse serve?

Trinidad Killa Smokehouse serves Caribbean cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Trinidad Killa Smokehouse

Name: Trinidad Killa Smokehouse
Address: 345 EAST 98 STREET, Brooklyn, 11212
Rating: 34

345 EAST 98 STREET, Brooklyn

Last Inspected: 3/10/2026

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0Poor

Caribbean•Brooklyn

Ranked #933 of 1000 in BrooklynBetter than 31% of caribbean restaurants

Stable

3 inspections

Last: Mar 10, 2026

high confidence

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Inspections

Clean Rate

Avg Violations

1 month ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Temperature controlHigh Priority

Food not kept at safe temperatures — risk of bacterial growth

HandwashingHigh Priority

Employees not properly washing hands — contamination risk

Cross-contaminationHigh Priority

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

Pest issuesHigh Priority

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Sanitation

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-66

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-3 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-7 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-0 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

+1 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

3rd

30% weight

How scoring works: Every restaurant starts at 100 points. Points are deducted for violations found during inspections.

Recent inspections are weighted more heavily. High priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact.

Location

345 EAST 98 STREET, Brooklyn, NY 11212

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Violation Timeline

Jan 2026

1 inspections

3 high priority

2 intermediate

Jan

Feb 2026

1 inspections

4 high priority

2 intermediate

Mar 2026

1 inspections

3 high priority

1 intermediate

Mar

Inspection History

3 records on file

1 Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection1 Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection1 Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection

Mar 26

Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection InspectionLatestViolations were cited in the following area(s).

3 High1 Med

4 total3 risk factors

50/100inspection score

−35 pts

High Priority (3)

−30 pts

02GCold 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.Risk Factor−10
04AFood Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.Risk Factor−10
02BHot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.Risk Factor−10

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

10FNon-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.−5

Base deductions−35 pts

Risk factor bonus (3× +5)−15 pts

Feb 26

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection InspectionViolations were cited in the following area(s).

4 High2 Med

6 total4 risk factors

30/100inspection score

−50 pts

High Priority (4)

−40 pts

06APersonal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.Risk Factor−10
02BHot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.Risk Factor−10
04AFood Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.Risk Factor−10
02GCold 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.Risk Factor−10

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

10GDishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.−5
10FNon-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.−5

Base deductions−50 pts

Risk factor bonus (4× +5)−20 pts

Jan 26

Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection InspectionViolations were cited in the following area(s).

3 High2 Med

5 total1 risk factor

55/100inspection score

−40 pts

High Priority (3)

−30 pts

05CFood 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.−10
05DNo 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.−10
06CFood, 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.Risk Factor−10

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

10EAccurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment−5
10BAnti-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.−5

Base deductions−40 pts

Risk factor bonus (1× +5)−5 pts

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Data source: NYC DOHMH · Official government inspection records

Grading System

85 – 100

Excellent

70 – 84

Good

Below 70

Fair

About SafeDine Scores

Scores are calculated using official government inspection data. High Priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact, followed by Intermediate and Basic violations. Community reviews can adjust the score by up to 5 points when 3+ reviews are submitted.

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