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Tropical Restaurant/Go Natural

Casual restaurant known for authentic Ecuadorian dishes and other Latin offerings, plus drinks.

Open · Closes 10 PM
88-18/20 Jamaica Avenue, Queens 11421
Dine-In · Takeout · Delivery
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Inspected Apr 27, 2026
What to order: Bolón (Bolon Mixto or Bolon de Queso) · Humita · Ceviche · Churrasco Colombiano
Heads up:music too loud · price inconsistencies and surprise fees · long waits/delayed service
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What people say

From Google Maps reviews.

Safety notes

From the Apr 27, 2026 health inspection. Lower-priority items are listed after the serious ones.

Safety notes:9
  • CriticalFood surfaces not sanitized

    Food surfaces weren't washed and sanitized between uses.

  • CriticalDirty wiping cloths

    Wiping cloths weren't kept clean, dry, or in sanitizer between uses.

  • CriticalStaff hygiene issues

    Staff hygiene fell short: soiled clothing, no hair covering, or unkempt nails.

  • CriticalMissing food safety plan

    The required written food-safety plan is missing or not being followed.

  • CriticalEating or vaping in kitchen

    Someone was eating, drinking, or vaping in the food-prep area.

  • CriticalImproper food equipment

    Kitchen equipment was improperly built, placed, or maintained.

  • MinorPesticide misuse

    Pesticides were used or stored improperly, or applied by someone unlicensed.

  • MinorPlumbing or drainage issues

    Plumbing issues: poor drainage, backflow risk, or wastewater handled improperly.

  • MinorDirty surfaces or equipment

    Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.

Hours

Monday
9 AM - 10 PM
Tuesday
9 AM - 10 PM
Wednesday
9 AM - 10 PM
Thursday
9 AM - 10 PM
Friday
9 AM - 4 AM
Saturday
9 AM - 4 AM
Sunday
10 AM - 10 PM