Kajiken Ramen
1001 6 AVENUE, Manhattan, 10018
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 2 critical violations were found at the latest inspection (6 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected Feb 3, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Feb 3, 2026
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.
No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
CriticalFood was not stored, covered, labeled, or dated properly.
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
A staff hygiene issue, such as handwashing, glove use, or bare-hand contact with food.
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 3, 2026 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 4 (2 critical) |
| Aug 6, 2025 | Grade Pending | Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection | 1 |
| Sep 5, 2024 | Grade B | Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection | 5 (3 critical) |
| Aug 7, 2024 | Grade Pending | Pre-permit (Operational) / 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×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
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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