La Rubia
11 HOWARD STREET, Manhattan, 10013
Should you eat here?
Caution — pest-related violations found across multiple inspections, including the latest (1 year ago).
Last inspected Jul 16, 2025 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Jul 16, 2025
Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
Contract with a pest management professional not in place. Record of extermination activities not kept on premises.
Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
CriticalA cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
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.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2025 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 4 (1 critical) |
| May 29, 2025 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 6 (3 critical) |
| Apr 9, 2024 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
| Oct 7, 2022 | Grade A | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection | 1 (1 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 2×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
- 2×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
- 2×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 15 rodent inspections on record, 2 finding rat activity.
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