Richard's Hall and Lounge

9404 Avenue L, Brooklyn, NY 11236

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Nov 1, 2025

Score

High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Richard's Hall and Lounge appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2022. The most recent visit was on Nov 1, 2025. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

Compared to the prior visit, inspectors found more to write up: nine violations versus five before.

Across the inspection history, evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

The city-wide average sits at 77, which Richard's Hall and Lounge's 39 doesn't quite reach. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 1, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Compliance Inspection

5 critical violations. 4 minor violations.

View 9 violations

Hot tcs food item that has been cooked and cooled is being held for service without first being reheated to 165º f or above within 2 hours.

02C

Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

06F

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

06E

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

Thawing procedure improper.

09B

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

Dec 17, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.

06A

Thawing procedure improper.

09B

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

May 29, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 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

Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

06E

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

08C

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Jan 25, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

2 critical violations.

View 2 violations

Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

02G

Nov 7, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

06E

Food, supplies, and equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.

06C

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.

10A

Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.

09E

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Richard's Hall and Lounge last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Richard's Hall and Lounge on file is from Nov 1, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Richard's Hall and Lounge?

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 Richard's Hall and Lounge.

How does Richard's Hall and Lounge compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Richard's Hall and Lounge most recently scored 39 out of 100, which is lower than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Richard's Hall and Lounge's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Richard's Hall and Lounge have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about five per visit to around nine more recently.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Richard's Hall and Lounge 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 Richard's Hall and Lounge inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Richard's Hall and Lounge is inspected around two times per year on average.

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