Current Grade
Current grade
Z
Latest score
24
Last inspection
March 24, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
20 / 4
Rico Chimi currently has a Z grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on March 24, 2026 found 5 violations, including 3 critical violations, for a total score of 24 points.
Latest Violations
3 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
- Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
- Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
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.
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Latest Inspection Details
March 24, 2026
- Date
- March 24, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- Z
- Score
- 24
- Critical points
- 20
- Non-critical points
- 4
- Violations
- 5 (3 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Mar 24, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Feb 2, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 27, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 4, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Rico Chimi received a B grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in April 2023 with a score of 20.
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.
Rico Chimi's latest score: 24
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rico Chimi's current NYC health grade?
Rico Chimi currently has a Z grade.
When was Rico Chimi last inspected?
Rico Chimi was last inspected on March 24, 2026.
What was Rico Chimi's latest inspection score?
Rico Chimi's latest inspection score was 24 points.
How many violations did Rico Chimi have in its latest inspection?
Rico Chimi had 5 violations in its latest inspection, including 3 critical violations and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Rico Chimi located?
Rico Chimi is located at 80-01 Atlantic Avenue in Queens, NY 11421.
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: 50083344
Last updated: June 26, 2026