Flame Asian Bistro

100 West 82 Street, Manhattan, NY 10024

Japanese / Sushi

Last inspected: Jan 15, 2026

Score

Medium Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Public records show three inspections at Flame Asian Bistro stretching back to 2024. On Jan 15, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

The trend has not been favorable, with the count rising from six to seven between inspections.

The most common issue across all inspections has been non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, showing up three times.

Restaurants in Manhattan average 77, so Flame Asian Bistro trails the local norm. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 15, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

2 critical violations. 5 minor violations.

View 7 violations

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

06D

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

04L

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

Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.

09E

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

08A

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

Swollen, leaking, rusted or otherwise damaged canned food to be returned to distributor not segregated from intact product and clearly labeled do not use

09A

Feb 18, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 5 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

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

10F

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

Aug 15, 2024

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Meat, fish, molluscan shellfish, unpasteurized raw shell eggs, poultry or other tcs offered or served raw or undercooked and written notice not provided to consumer.

02F

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

06D

Shellfish not from approved source, not or improperly tagged/labeled; tags not retained for 90 days.

03B

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Flame Asian Bistro last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Flame Asian Bistro on file is from Jan 15, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Flame Asian Bistro?

Across the inspection record, non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Flame Asian Bistro.

How does Flame Asian Bistro compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Flame Asian Bistro most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Flame Asian Bistro's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Flame Asian Bistro have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about six per visit to around seven more recently.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

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

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