Koba
Inspectors have visited Koba three times, with records going back to 2024. On Jan 5, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around nine violations each, up from closer to six violations before.
“Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
The city-wide average sits at 77, which Koba's 39 doesn't quite reach. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Koba last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Koba on file is from Jan 5, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Koba?
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 Koba.
How does Koba compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?
Koba most recently scored 39 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.
Has Koba's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Koba have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Koba means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Koba inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Koba is inspected around two times per year on average.