Rita's of Coney Island

1243 Surf Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11224

Frozen Desserts

Last inspected: Mar 25, 2025

Score

Medium Risk NYC Grade: Pending

With just one inspection in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 25, 2025. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

The city-wide average sits at 77, which Rita's of Coney Island's 58 doesn't quite reach. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 25, 2025

Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 8 minor violations.

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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

Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information

20-08

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

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

09E

Sign prohibiting smoking or using electronic cigarettes not conspicuously posted.

15-27

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

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

Food allergy information poster not conspicuously posted where food is being prepared or processed by food workers.

20-01

“choking first aid” poster not posted. “alcohol and pregnancy” warning sign not posted. resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.

20-04

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Rita's of Coney Island last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Rita's of Coney Island on file is from Mar 25, 2025. The public record contains one inspection in total.

How does Rita's of Coney Island compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Rita's of Coney Island most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Brooklyn average of 77.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Rita's of Coney Island means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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