Benihana
47 WEST 56 STREET, Manhattan, 10019
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (4 weeks ago). Details below.
Last inspected Jul 13, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Jul 13, 2026
A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
CriticalA 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 13, 2026 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
| Nov 25, 2024 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 3 |
| May 8, 2024 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 5 (2 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 3×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.
- 4 rodent inspections on record, none finding rat activity.
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