Ruta 55 Restaurant Health Inspection Grade
Spanish · 1318 Lafayette Avenue, The Bronx, NY 10474
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
9
Last inspection
May 7, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
7 / 2
Ruta 55 Restaurant currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on May 7, 2026 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 9 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
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.
Latest Inspection Details
May 7, 2026
- Date
- May 7, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 9
- Critical points
- 7
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
May 7, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 3, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 16, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 1, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Ruta 55 Restaurant has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: May 2026 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.
Ruta 55 Restaurant's latest score: 9
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ruta 55 Restaurant's current NYC health grade?
Ruta 55 Restaurant currently has a A grade.
When was Ruta 55 Restaurant last inspected?
Ruta 55 Restaurant was last inspected on May 7, 2026.
What was Ruta 55 Restaurant's latest inspection score?
Ruta 55 Restaurant's latest inspection score was 9 points.
How many violations did Ruta 55 Restaurant have in its latest inspection?
Ruta 55 Restaurant had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Ruta 55 Restaurant located?
Ruta 55 Restaurant is located at 1318 Lafayette Avenue in The Bronx, NY 10474.
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: 50105654
Last updated: June 26, 2026