Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
6
Last inspection
June 12, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
0 / 6
Rick's Cafe currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on June 12, 2025 found 3 violations, for a total score of 6 points.
Latest Violations
0 critical · 3 non-critical
Non-Critical
- 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.
- Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
- 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
June 12, 2025
- Date
- June 12, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 6
- Critical points
- 0
- Non-critical points
- 6
- Violations
- 3 (0 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Jun 12, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 5, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 24, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Rick's Cafe has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: June 2025 and December 2023. Its latest score was 6, slightly higher than its December 2023 score of 2.
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.
Rick's Cafe's latest score: 6
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rick's Cafe's current NYC health grade?
Rick's Cafe currently has a A grade.
When was Rick's Cafe last inspected?
Rick's Cafe was last inspected on June 12, 2025.
What was Rick's Cafe's latest inspection score?
Rick's Cafe's latest inspection score was 6 points.
How many violations did Rick's Cafe have in its latest inspection?
Rick's Cafe had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 0 critical violations and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is Rick's Cafe located?
Rick's Cafe is located at 147 West 43rd Street in Manhattan, NY 10036.
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: 40596349
Last updated: June 26, 2026