Ruby's Cafe
442 3 AVENUE, Manhattan, 10016
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 2 critical violations were found at the latest inspection (1 year ago). Details below.
Last inspected Apr 10, 2025 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Apr 10, 2025
A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
CriticalA staff hygiene issue, such as handwashing, glove use, or bare-hand contact with food.
Tobacco or electronic cigarette use, eating, or drinking from open container in food preparation, food storage or dishwashing area.
Critical
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 10, 2025 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 2 (2 critical) |
| Feb 18, 2025 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 3 (1 critical) |
| Dec 5, 2023 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 3 (1 critical) |
| Aug 22, 2022 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 2×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 11 rodent inspections on record, none finding rat activity.
- 6 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.
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