Rica's Tacos

2258 3 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10035
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Apr 9, 2024
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

The inspection history at Rica's Tacos is still short, with only two visits logged. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 9, 2024. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well. The most recent inspection at Rica's Tacos is from Apr 9, 2024, and nothing newer appears in the public record.

The last inspection found two violations, up from one the time before.

When inspectors have written things up, food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source has been the most frequent reason, cited one time.

The city-wide average for Manhattan sits at 77, putting Rica's Tacos on the better side of that line. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

2
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 9, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
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.
06C
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
82
Oct 27, 2022
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Rica's Tacos last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Rica's Tacos on file is from Apr 9, 2024. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Rica's Tacos?

Across the inspection record, food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source has been cited one time, more than any other issue at Rica's Tacos.

How does Rica's Tacos compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Rica's Tacos most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Rica's Tacos's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Rica's Tacos have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about one per visit to around two more recently.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Rica's Tacos means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.