Akami Sushi

1771 1 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10128

Japanese / Sushi

Last inspected: Mar 5, 2026

Score

High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Akami Sushi appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2023. The most recent report on file is from Mar 5, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

Recent visits have flagged additional issues, ticking from three violations up to eight.

Looking across the full record, food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Compared to other Manhattan restaurants (averaging 77), there's room to close the gap. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 5, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 5 minor violations.

View 8 violations

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

Cold 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.

02G

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.

09C

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

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

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

Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

08C

Nov 14, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

2 critical violations.

View 2 violations

06C

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

Jun 1, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04K

Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

08C

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Akami Sushi last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Akami Sushi on file is from Mar 5, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Akami Sushi?

Across the inspection record, food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Akami Sushi.

How does Akami Sushi compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Akami Sushi most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Akami Sushi's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Akami Sushi have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about three per visit to around eight more recently.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Akami 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 Akami Sushi inspected?

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

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