Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
23
Last inspection
April 24, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
15 / 8
Rita & Maria currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on April 24, 2026 found 5 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 23 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 3 non-critical
Critical
- Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies.
- 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.
Non-Critical
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
- Non-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.
- Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. Garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. Garbage, refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected, stored, removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance.
Latest Inspection Details
April 24, 2026
- Date
- April 24, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N/A
- Score
- 23
- Critical points
- 15
- Non-critical points
- 8
- Violations
- 5 (2 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Apr 24, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Feb 7, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 23, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 14, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Rita & Maria has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: February 2025 and August 2024. Its latest score was 9, lower than its August 2024 score of 10.
What This Grade Means
NYC inspection scores are penalty points. Lower scores are better. A score of 0–13 generally qualifies for an A, 14–27 for a B, and 28+ for a C.
Rita & Maria's latest score: 23
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rita & Maria's current NYC health grade?
Rita & Maria does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
When was Rita & Maria last inspected?
Rita & Maria was last inspected on April 24, 2026.
What was Rita & Maria's latest inspection score?
Rita & Maria's latest inspection score was 23 points.
How many violations did Rita & Maria have in its latest inspection?
Rita & Maria had 5 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is Rita & Maria located?
Rita & Maria is located at 558 Halsey Street in Brooklyn, NY 11233.
Data source: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene restaurant inspection data via NYC Open Data. Inspection results may change as new inspections, reinspections, or adjudications are posted.
Restaurant ID: 50118343
Last updated: July 3, 2026