Ishi
70 5 AVENUE, Brooklyn, 11217
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (9 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected Nov 6, 2025 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Nov 6, 2025
Food was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
CriticalA cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
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.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 6, 2025 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
| Nov 24, 2023 | Grade A | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection | 2 |
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 12 rodent inspections on record, 3 finding rat activity.
- 1 recent 311 complaint filed at this address.
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