J's Kitchen New York

261 1 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10003
Japanese / Sushi
Last inspected: Apr 25, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Public records show nine inspections at J's Kitchen New York stretching back to 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 25, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around two violations per visit lately, up from roughly zero violations before.

“Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Compared to the broader Manhattan restaurant scene, where the average is 77, this is a stronger showing. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 25, 2026
Inter-Agency Task Force / Initial Inspection
No violations found.
100
Nov 17, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
3 critical violations.
View 3 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
64
Oct 23, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
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Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
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
61
May 31, 2025
Inter-Agency Task Force / Initial Inspection
No violations found.
100
May 10, 2025
Inter-Agency Task Force / Initial Inspection
No violations found.
100
May 4, 2025
Inter-Agency Task Force / Initial Inspection
No violations found.
100
Apr 26, 2025
Inter-Agency Task Force / Initial Inspection
No violations found.
100
May 11, 2024
Inter-Agency Task Force / Initial Inspection
No violations found.
100
Dec 28, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
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
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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was J's Kitchen New York last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at J's Kitchen New York on file is from Apr 25, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at J's Kitchen New York?

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 J's Kitchen New York.

How does J's Kitchen New York compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

J's Kitchen New York most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has J's Kitchen New York's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at J's Kitchen New York have averaged around two violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at J's Kitchen New York 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 J's Kitchen New York inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, J's Kitchen New York is inspected around four times per year on average.