NYC DOHMH · CAMIS 50049095 · Japanese
ASUKA SUSHI
300 WEST 23 STREET Manhattan 10011
2127270888
6.2/10
Mixed record
A
Top marks
Score 0–13 · cleanest tier
“This Manhattan sushi counter rebounded to an A in August 2025 after a 40-point C the prior summer, though hot-holding and contamination issues persist.”
Current score
13
Grade posted Aug 28, 2025
Last inspected
Aug 28, 2025
Inspections on file
5
27 total violations
Critical violations
15
across all time
Each entry below is one inspection visit. Violations marked critical are public health risks; everything else is a general code citation.
- Aug 28, 202513ACycle Inspection / Re-inspectionViolations were cited in the following area(s).
- 02BcriticalHot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
- 06CcriticalFood, 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.
2 critical citations this visit - Apr 2, 202522Cycle Inspection / Initial InspectionViolations were cited in the following area(s).
- 28-06Contract with a pest management professional not in place. Record of extermination activities not kept on premises.
- 06CcriticalFood, 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.
- 06DcriticalFood contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- 10FNon-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.
- 10HSingle service article not provided. Single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. Drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
- 10BAnti-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.
- 10GDishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
2 critical citations this visit - Aug 13, 202440CCycle Inspection / Re-inspectionViolations were cited in the following area(s).
- 06CcriticalFood, 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.
- 10BAnti-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.
- 08AEstablishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
- 06AcriticalPersonal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
- 02GcriticalCold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
- 04McriticalLive roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
- 10FNon-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.
- 06FcriticalWiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
5 critical citations this visit - Jun 10, 202462Cycle Inspection / Initial InspectionViolations were cited in the following area(s).
- 08AEstablishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
- 06CcriticalFood, 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.
- 28-06Contract with a pest management professional not in place. Record of extermination activities not kept on premises.
- 04McriticalLive roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
- 04HcriticalRaw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
- 05DcriticalNo 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.
- 10FNon-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.
- 02GcriticalCold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
5 critical citations this visit - Feb 15, 20238ACycle Inspection / Re-inspectionViolations were cited in the following area(s).
- 10FNon-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.
- 06DcriticalFood contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
1 critical citation this visit
Grade key · NYC DOHMH
- ATop marksscore 0–13
- BSome violationsscore 14–27
- CMultiple violationsscore 28+
- ZPending re-inspectionborderline
- NNot yet gradedfirst inspection
- —No grade postedawaiting card