Handsome Rice
Handsome Rice has been inspected three times since 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 3, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around six violations to closer to eight violations.
Looking across the full record, “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
Handsome Rice's latest score of 50 falls below the Manhattan average of 77. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Handsome Rice last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Handsome Rice on file is from Feb 3, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Handsome Rice?
Across the inspection record, “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Handsome Rice.
How does Handsome Rice compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?
Handsome Rice most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.
Has Handsome Rice's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Handsome Rice have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Handsome Rice means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Handsome Rice inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Handsome Rice is inspected roughly once per year on average.