Grade AAsian/Asian Fusion

Izakaya Toribar

164 EAST 56 STREET, Manhattan, 10022

Should you eat here?

Mostly OK — but 3 critical violations were found at the latest inspection (4 months ago). Details below.

Last inspected Apr 2, 2026 · New York City health department

Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
Critical
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.
Critical
A general health-code issue noted during the inspection.
HACCP plan not approved or approved HACCP plan not maintained on premises.
Critical
A 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 problem with equipment or the physical facility (plumbing, floors, lighting, ventilation).
Equipment used for ROP not approved by the Department

Date	Result	Type	Violations
Apr 2, 2026	Grade Pending	Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection	5 (3 critical)
Apr 9, 2024	Grade A	Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection	3 (2 critical)

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