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Bagels/Pretzels · Midtown-Times Square
RICO BAGEL health grade & inspection history
238 MADISON AVENUE, Manhattan, NY 10016
10 latest violation-point score
Most recent grade represented in the NYC dataset: A (Aug 3, 2026). The score is from the latest comparable graded-inspection type on Aug 3, 2026; lower is better.
Latest NYC health inspection
Health inspection snapshot
Aug 3, 2026Inspection date
3Violations recorded
1Critical item
Official action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Inspection details
Latest health code violations
- 06ACritical violation
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.
- 10B
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.
- 10F
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.
Score trend
RICO BAGEL inspection history
3 fewer inspection points than the previous comparable inspection. This table shows up to twelve inspection events available in the current source snapshot; the feed’s history can change after agency review.
| Date | Grade | Score | Violations | Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 3, 2026 | A | 10 | 3 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| Apr 4, 2025 | A | 13 | 3 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| Apr 4, 2024 | A | 13 | 3 | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection |
Repeat patterns
Recurring violation codes
Items recorded in at least two separate inspection events. Recurrence adds context but does not indicate that an issue is still present today.
- 10BRecorded in 2 inspections
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.
- 10FRecorded in 2 inspections
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.
Official location
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Common questions
RICO BAGEL inspection FAQ
What grade does the current DOHMH snapshot show for RICO BAGEL?
The most recent selectable NYC grade represented in our source snapshot is A, dated Aug 3, 2026. The latest comparable inspection score shown separately is 10 violation points.
When was RICO BAGEL last inspected?
The latest inspection in the official dataset is dated Aug 3, 2026.
Is a lower NYC restaurant inspection score better?
Yes. NYC inspection scores are violation points, so lower is better. Letter-grade ranges are generally A for 0–13, B for 14–27 and C for 28 or more points.
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