Grade AJapanese

Souraji West

177 9 AVENUE, Manhattan, 10011

Should you eat here?

Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (7 months ago). Details below.

Last inspected Dec 17, 2025 · New York City health department

What the inspector found on Dec 17, 2025

  • 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 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.

  • 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.

  • An issue with how food is prepared, protected, or handled during service.

    Food Protection Certificate not available for inspection

  • A staff hygiene issue, such as handwashing, glove use, or bare-hand contact with food.

    “Choking first aid” poster not posted. “Alcohol and Pregnancy” warning sign not posted. Resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.

Inspection history

DateResultTypeViolations
Dec 17, 2025Grade APre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection5 (1 critical)

Around this address

City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.

  • 7 rodent inspections on record, none finding rat activity.
  • 4 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.

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