Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
27
Last inspection
July 8, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
22 / 5
Rick's Cafe currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on July 8, 2026 found 5 violations, including 3 critical violations, for a total score of 27 points.
Latest Violations
3 critical · 2 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.
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
- Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
Non-Critical
- 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.
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
July 8, 2026
- Date
- July 8, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N/A
- Score
- 27
- Critical points
- 22
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 5 (3 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Jul 8, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 12, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 5, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Rick's Cafe has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: June 2025 and December 2023. Its latest score was 6, slightly higher than its December 2023 score of 2.
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.
Rick's Cafe's latest score: 27
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rick's Cafe's current NYC health grade?
Rick's Cafe does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
When was Rick's Cafe last inspected?
Rick's Cafe was last inspected on July 8, 2026.
What was Rick's Cafe's latest inspection score?
Rick's Cafe's latest inspection score was 27 points.
How many violations did Rick's Cafe have in its latest inspection?
Rick's Cafe had 5 violations in its latest inspection, including 3 critical violations and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Rick's Cafe located?
Rick's Cafe is located at 147 West 43rd Street in Manhattan, NY 10036.
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: 40596349
Last updated: August 7, 2026