Viva Birria Health Inspection Grade
Latin American · 153 Ludlow Street, Manhattan, NY 10002
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
May 29, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
7 / 5
Viva Birria currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on May 29, 2025 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Non-Critical
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
May 29, 2025
- Date
- May 29, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 7
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
May 29, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 3, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 25, 2022
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Viva Birria has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: May 2025 and April 2024. Its latest score remained 12 in both inspections.
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.
Viva Birria's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Viva Birria's current NYC health grade?
Viva Birria currently has a A grade.
When was Viva Birria last inspected?
Viva Birria was last inspected on May 29, 2025.
What was Viva Birria's latest inspection score?
Viva Birria's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Viva Birria have in its latest inspection?
Viva Birria had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Viva Birria located?
Viva Birria is located at 153 Ludlow Street in Manhattan, NY 10002.
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: 50120145
Last updated: July 3, 2026