When was REX last inspected?

REX was last inspected on May 19, 2026 (Grade A). The inspection score was 20 points.

What is REX's current health grade?

REX currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.

How many health inspections has REX had?

REX has 3 health inspections on record from January 2025 through May 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 1 occasion.

What was the worst inspection score at REX?

The worst inspection score recorded at REX was 20 points on May 19, 2026. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.

Has REX ever received a Grade C?

No. REX has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.

Has REX ever received a Grade B?

No. All graded inspections on record for REX resulted in Grade A.

Where is REX located?

REX is located at 126 RIVINGTON STREET in the Lower East Side neighborhood, New York City (ZIP: 10002).

What type of food does REX serve?

REX is classified as a American establishment by the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.

REX in Lower East Side

Name: REX Health Inspection Records
Creator: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Latest: GRADE A Last inspected May 19, 2026

📍 126 RIVINGTON STREET, Manhattan, NY 10002 · 🍽️ American

Overview

Rex on the Lower East Side holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH, based on a single inspection in 2025 with a score of 10 points. The restaurant has no emergency closures on record.

Inspections on Record

Grade A

Current Grade

Grade A Inspection

REX in Lower East Side: Full Inspection History (3 records)

May 19, 2026 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

Score: 20

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

Violations: 06E 10F

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May 19, 2026 — Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection

Providing single-use, non-compostable plastic straws to customers without customer request (including providing such straws at a self-serve station)

Violations: 19-06

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GRADE A Jan 14, 2025 — Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

Score: 10

Tobacco or electronic cigarette use, eating, or drinking from open container in food preparation, food storage or dishwashing area. Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s ref...

Violations: 06B 06C

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REX in Lower East Side: Frequently Asked Questions

When was REX last inspected?: REX was last inspected on May 19, 2026 (Grade A). The inspection score was 20 points.
What is REX's current health grade?: REX currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
How many health inspections has REX had?: REX has 3 health inspections on record from January 2025 through May 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 1 occasion.
What was the worst inspection score at REX?: The worst inspection score recorded at REX was 20 points on May 19, 2026. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
Has REX ever received a Grade C?: No. REX has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.