Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
October 3, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
12 / 0
Rucola currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on October 3, 2025 found 2 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 0 non-critical
Critical
- 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.
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Latest Inspection Details
October 3, 2025
- Date
- October 3, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 12
- Non-critical points
- 0
- Violations
- 2 (2 critical, 0 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Oct 3, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 21, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 20, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Rucola has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: October 2025 and June 2024. Its latest score was 12, slightly higher than its June 2024 score of 9.
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.
Rucola's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rucola's current NYC health grade?
Rucola currently has a A grade.
When was Rucola last inspected?
Rucola was last inspected on October 3, 2025.
What was Rucola's latest inspection score?
Rucola's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Rucola have in its latest inspection?
Rucola had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 0 non-critical violations.
Where is Rucola located?
Rucola is located at 190 Dean Street in Brooklyn, NY 11217.
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: 41583046
Last updated: June 26, 2026