Current Grade
Current grade
B
Latest score
18
Last inspection
July 17, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
13 / 5
Rice Bird currently has a B grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on July 17, 2025 found 4 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 18 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
- Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
Non-Critical
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
July 17, 2025
- Date
- July 17, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- B
- Score
- 18
- Critical points
- 13
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 4 (2 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Jul 17, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 28, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 21, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Rice Bird's most recent graded inspection in July 2025 was a B, after a A in September 2023.
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.
Rice Bird's latest score: 18
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rice Bird's current NYC health grade?
Rice Bird currently has a B grade.
When was Rice Bird last inspected?
Rice Bird was last inspected on July 17, 2025.
What was Rice Bird's latest inspection score?
Rice Bird's latest inspection score was 18 points.
How many violations did Rice Bird have in its latest inspection?
Rice Bird had 4 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Rice Bird located?
Rice Bird is located at 334 East 9th Street in Manhattan, NY 10003.
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: 50137266
Last updated: July 3, 2026