Bushniwa

250 Varet Street, Brooklyn, NY 11206
Japanese / Sushi
Last inspected: Feb 5, 2026
78
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Across the available record, Bushniwa has three inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 5, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.

“Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Bushniwa scores about where you'd expect for a Brooklyn restaurant. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 5, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
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
78
Nov 18, 2024
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
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
04M
Thawing procedure improper.
09B
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
58
Jan 25, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
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
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Bushniwa last inspected?

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

What is the most common violation at Bushniwa?

Across the inspection record, “hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Bushniwa.

How does Bushniwa compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Bushniwa most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Bushniwa's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Bushniwa have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Bushniwa 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 Bushniwa inspected?

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