Handsome Rice

133 East 31 Street, Manhattan, NY 10016
Korean
Last inspected: Feb 3, 2026
50
Score
High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

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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Inspections
3
Critical latest
0
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 3, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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.
02H
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
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.
10F
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
Current letter grade or grade pending card not posted
20-06
50
Sep 12, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Cold tcs food item held above 41 °f; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °f; intact raw eggs held above 45 °f; or reduced oxygen packaged (rop) tcs foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
02G
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Thawing procedure improper.
09B
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
67
Feb 27, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
5 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Cold tcs food item held above 41 °f; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °f; intact raw eggs held above 45 °f; or reduced oxygen packaged (rop) tcs foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
02G
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
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.
10B
Lighting fixture located over, by or within food storage, preparation, service or display facility, and facility where utensils and equipment are cleaned and stored, which may shatter due to extreme heat, temperature changes or accidental contact; not fitted with shatterproof bulb or shielded and encased, with end caps or other device.
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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.