Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar

225 Liberty St - Space #244, Manhattan, NY
Japanese / Sushi
Last inspected: May 6, 2026
78
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

The health department has logged three inspections at Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar, the earliest from 2023. The latest inspection on file is from May 6, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

“Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

The city-wide average is 77, putting Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar squarely in typical territory. The record reflects steady performance over time.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 6, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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
Thawing procedure improper.
09B
78
Oct 8, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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
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
78
Jun 6, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
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
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar on file is from May 6, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar?

Across the inspection record, “cold TCS food item held above 41 °F” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar.

How does Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar inspected?

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