Iwak

340 Grand Street, Brooklyn, NY 11211
Japanese / Sushi
Last inspected: Oct 15, 2025
58
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Inspectors have visited Iwak three times, with records going back to 2023. The most recent report on file is from Oct 15, 2025. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

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

When inspectors have written things up, “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

That's lower than the typical Brooklyn restaurant, which scores around 77. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

3
Inspections
3
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 15, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
58
May 15, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
64
Jul 20, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
06C
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
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Iwak last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Iwak on file is from Oct 15, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Iwak?

Across the inspection record, “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Iwak.

How does Iwak compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Iwak most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Iwak's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Iwak 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 Iwak inspected?

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