Rita's of Coney Island Health Inspection Grade
Frozen Desserts · 1243 Surf Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11224
Current Grade
Current grade
N
Latest score
19
Last inspection
March 25, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
5 / 14
Rita's of Coney Island currently has a N grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on March 25, 2025 found 9 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 19 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 8 non-critical
Critical
- 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
- “Choking first aid” poster not posted. “Alcohol and Pregnancy” warning sign not posted. Resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
- Anti-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.
- Sign prohibiting smoking or using electronic cigarettes not conspicuously posted.
- 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.
- Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
- Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information
- Allergen or intolerance notice not translated into common language when required
- Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
Latest Inspection Details
March 25, 2025
- Date
- March 25, 2025
- Type
- Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N
- Score
- 19
- Critical points
- 5
- Non-critical points
- 14
- Violations
- 9 (1 critical, 8 non-critical)
Inspection History
1 inspection
Mar 25, 2025
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Rita's of Coney Island does not yet have enough graded cycle inspections in NYC Open Data to show a grade trend.
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's of Coney Island's latest score: 19
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rita's of Coney Island's current NYC health grade?
Rita's of Coney Island currently has a N grade.
When was Rita's of Coney Island last inspected?
Rita's of Coney Island was last inspected on March 25, 2025.
What was Rita's of Coney Island's latest inspection score?
Rita's of Coney Island's latest inspection score was 19 points.
How many violations did Rita's of Coney Island have in its latest inspection?
Rita's of Coney Island had 9 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 8 non-critical violations.
Where is Rita's of Coney Island located?
Rita's of Coney Island is located at 1243 Surf Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11224.
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: 50132053
Last updated: July 3, 2026