San Diego County health inspectors have ordered AUTHENTIC CARIBEAN TASTE to temporarily cease operations following a recent inspection. The closure stems from violations including proper handwashing facilities; holding temperatures; food contact surfaces; hot and cold water; sewage disposal; vermin; thawing methods; food separated and protected; nonfood contact surfaces clean; equipment and utensil storage, use; ventilation and lighting; premises, personal/cleaning items, exclusion measures; floors, walls, and ceilings. The restaurant, located at 6171 IMPERIAL AVE, SAN DIEGO, CA 92114, will remain closed until all health code violations are addressed and the facility passes a follow-up inspection.
AUTHENTIC CARIBEAN TASTE
6171 IMPERIAL AVE, SAN DIEGO, CA 92114
Closure Date: 2025-12-15
Status: Ordered Closed
Detail: View Full Report
Inspector Notes – Violations Found:
- Proper Handwashing Facilities
- Holding Temperatures
- Food Contact Surfaces
- Hot and Cold Water
- Sewage disposal
- Vermin
- Thawing Methods
- Food Separated and Protected
- Nonfood Contact Surfaces Clean
- Equipment and Utensil Storage, Use
- Ventilation and Lighting
- Premises, Personal/Cleaning Items, Exclusion Measures
- Floors, Walls, and Ceilings
Posted: Dec 17, 2025, 1:41 AM PT
This page will be updated if additional inspection actions are posted for this facility.
