Blue Mountain

396 3 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10016

Japanese / Sushi

Last inspected: Feb 11, 2026

Score

High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Public records show four inspections at Blue Mountain stretching back to 2024. The most recent report on file is from Feb 11, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near seven violations each time.

Across the inspection history, “food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Blue Mountain's latest score of 47 falls below the Manhattan average of 77. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 11, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Toxic chemical or pesticide improperly stored or used such that food contamination may occur.

04E

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

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

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

Single 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.

10H

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

08C

Oct 23, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.

04H

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

04L

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

Thawing procedure improper.

09B

Aug 6, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

6 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 9 violations

02G

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

Food, prohibited, from unapproved or unknown source, home canned or home prepared. animal slaughtered, butchered or dressed (eviscerated, skinned) in establishment. reduced oxygen packaged (rop) fish not frozen before processing. rop food prepared on premises transported to another site.

03A

No 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.

05D

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

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

09C

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

08A

10F

Jan 18, 2024

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

06C

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Blue Mountain last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Blue Mountain on file is from Feb 11, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Blue Mountain?

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

How does Blue Mountain compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Blue Mountain most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Blue Mountain's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Blue Mountain have averaged around seven violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Blue Mountain 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 Blue Mountain inspected?

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

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