Ginza Japanese Restaurant

10 Akron Street, Staten Island, NY 10314

Japanese / Sushi

Last inspected: Aug 6, 2025

Score

Medium Risk NYC Grade: B

Across the available record, Ginza Japanese Restaurant has four inspections on file, the first dated 2023. On Aug 6, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.

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

Across the inspection history, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

That's lower than the typical Staten Island restaurant, which scores around 75. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 6, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

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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

Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

06F

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

08A

Jul 29, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 5 minor violations.

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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

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

04L

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

06D

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

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

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

08C

Contract with a pest management professional not in place. record of extermination activities not kept on premises.

28-06

Oct 3, 2023

Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Food worker/food vendor does not use utensil or other barrier to eliminate bare hand contact with food that will not receive adequate additional heat treatment.

04C

10F

Sep 15, 2023

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations. 4 minor violations.

View 8 violations

02G

Food worker/food vendor does not use utensil or other barrier to eliminate bare hand contact with food that will not receive adequate additional heat treatment.

04C

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

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

06D

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

09E

“choking first aid” poster not posted. “alcohol and pregnancy” warning sign not posted. resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.

20-04

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ginza Japanese Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ginza Japanese Restaurant on file is from Aug 6, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Ginza Japanese Restaurant?

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 Ginza Japanese Restaurant.

How does Ginza Japanese Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Staten Island?

Ginza Japanese Restaurant most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Staten Island average of 75.

Has Ginza Japanese Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a medium risk rating mean?

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

How often is Ginza Japanese Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Ginza Japanese Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.

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