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Cafe Zaiya (Inside Kinokuniya Book Store)

1073 Avenue Of The Americas, Manhattan, NY 10018
Japanese / Sushi
Last inspected: Aug 28, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show three inspections at Cafe Zaiya (Inside Kinokuniya Book Store) stretching back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Aug 28, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

The latest visit found two violations, down from four violations the time before.

Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

The city-wide average for Manhattan sits at 77, putting Cafe Zaiya (Inside Kinokuniya Book Store) on the better side of that line. The record reflects steady performance over time.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 28, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
82
Aug 8, 2025
Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Insufficient or no hot holding, cold storage or cold holding equipment provided to maintain time/temperature control for safety foods (tcs) at required temperatures
05F
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
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
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
Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information
20-08
55
Oct 6, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 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
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
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cafe Zaiya (Inside Kinokuniya Book Store) last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cafe Zaiya (Inside Kinokuniya Book Store) on file is from Aug 28, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cafe Zaiya (Inside Kinokuniya Book Store)?

Across the inspection record, anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Cafe Zaiya (Inside Kinokuniya Book Store).

How does Cafe Zaiya (Inside Kinokuniya Book Store) compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Cafe Zaiya (Inside Kinokuniya Book Store) most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Cafe Zaiya (Inside Kinokuniya Book Store)'s inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Cafe Zaiya (Inside Kinokuniya Book Store) have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about four previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Cafe Zaiya (Inside Kinokuniya Book Store) 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 Cafe Zaiya (Inside Kinokuniya Book Store) inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Cafe Zaiya (Inside Kinokuniya Book Store) is inspected around two times per year on average.

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