Asa Bowls

418 Forest Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10301
Japanese / Sushi
Last inspected: Nov 25, 2025
55
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Public records show four inspections at Asa Bowls stretching back to 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Nov 25, 2025. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around four violations, down from roughly six violations earlier in the record.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor”, showing up four times.

That's lower than the typical Staten Island restaurant, which scores around 75. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

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Inspections
4
Critical latest
0
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 25, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations.
View 4 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
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
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
55
Jul 1, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
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Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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 protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
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
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
58
May 15, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 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
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
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
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
47
Jul 25, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
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
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Asa Bowls last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Asa Bowls on file is from Nov 25, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Asa Bowls?

Across the inspection record, “food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Asa Bowls.

How does Asa Bowls compare to other restaurants in Staten Island?

Asa Bowls most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Staten Island average of 75.

Has Asa Bowls' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Asa Bowls have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Asa Bowls means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Asa Bowls inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Asa Bowls is inspected around two times per year on average.