Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
35
Last inspection
February 3, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
22 / 13
Handsome Rice currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on February 3, 2026 found 8 violations, including 3 critical violations, for a total score of 35 points.
Latest Violations
3 critical · 5 non-critical
Critical
- Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
- After cooking or removal from hot holding, TCS food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal temperature is reduced from 140 °F to 70 °F or less within 2 hours, and from 70 °F to 41 °F or less within 4 additional hours.
- Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Non-Critical
- Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
- Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
- 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.
- Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Latest Inspection Details
February 3, 2026
- Date
- February 3, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N/A
- Score
- 35
- Critical points
- 22
- Non-critical points
- 13
- Violations
- 8 (3 critical, 5 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Feb 3, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 12, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Feb 27, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Handsome Rice received a C grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in February 2023 with a score of 42.
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.
Handsome Rice's latest score: 35
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Handsome Rice's current NYC health grade?
Handsome Rice does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
When was Handsome Rice last inspected?
Handsome Rice was last inspected on February 3, 2026.
What was Handsome Rice's latest inspection score?
Handsome Rice's latest inspection score was 35 points.
How many violations did Handsome Rice have in its latest inspection?
Handsome Rice had 8 violations in its latest inspection, including 3 critical violations and 5 non-critical violations.
Where is Handsome Rice located?
Handsome Rice is located at 133 East 31st Street in Manhattan, NY 10016.
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: 50081523
Last updated: June 26, 2026