Taqueria Maria & Ricardo Health Inspection Grade
Mexican · 915 Cortelyou Road, Brooklyn, NY 11218
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
8
Last inspection
December 2, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
6 / 2
Taqueria Maria & Ricardo currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on December 2, 2025 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 8 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
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
December 2, 2025
- Date
- December 2, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 8
- Critical points
- 6
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Dec 2, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 14, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 11, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 15, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Taqueria Maria & Ricardo has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: December 2025 and March 2024. Its latest score was 8, lower than its March 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.
Taqueria Maria & Ricardo's latest score: 8
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taqueria Maria & Ricardo's current NYC health grade?
Taqueria Maria & Ricardo currently has a A grade.
When was Taqueria Maria & Ricardo last inspected?
Taqueria Maria & Ricardo was last inspected on December 2, 2025.
What was Taqueria Maria & Ricardo's latest inspection score?
Taqueria Maria & Ricardo's latest inspection score was 8 points.
How many violations did Taqueria Maria & Ricardo have in its latest inspection?
Taqueria Maria & Ricardo had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Taqueria Maria & Ricardo located?
Taqueria Maria & Ricardo is located at 915 Cortelyou Road in Brooklyn, NY 11218.
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: 50051881
Last updated: June 26, 2026