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Aji Sushi

838 2 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10017
Japanese / Sushi
Last inspected: Mar 9, 2026
39
Score
High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

The health department has logged three inspections at Aji Sushi, the earliest from 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 9, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around nine violations per visit versus roughly four violations earlier in the record.

Across the inspection history, “establishment is not free of harborage or conditions” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

By comparison, the average Manhattan facility scores 77, putting Aji Sushi on the weaker side. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

3
Inspections
5
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 9, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
5 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Meat, fish, molluscan shellfish, unpasteurized raw shell eggs, poultry or other tcs offered or served raw or undercooked and written notice not provided to consumer.
02F
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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.
06C
Personal 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.
06A
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.
10F
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
39
Oct 31, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.
04N
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.
10F
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
78
Jul 13, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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.
06C
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
Anti-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.
10B
58

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Aji Sushi last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Aji Sushi on file is from Mar 9, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Aji Sushi?

Across the inspection record, “establishment is not free of harborage or conditions” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Aji Sushi.

How does Aji Sushi compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Aji Sushi most recently scored 39 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Aji Sushi's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Aji Sushi have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Aji Sushi means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Aji Sushi inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Aji Sushi is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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