Kohoku-Ku Ramen

709 9 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10019

Japanese / Sushi

Last inspected: Apr 23, 2025

Score

Medium Risk NYC Grade: A

KOHOKU-KU RAMEN in Manhattan, NY, has undergone three inspections on record, with the most recent evaluation on April 23, 2025, resulting in a moderate risk designation. During this visit, inspectors identified two critical violations regarding the temperature control of perishable food items and the improper storage of wiping cloths. Previous inspections for the facility have generally indicated low-risk findings.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 23, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

2 critical violations.

View 2 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

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

06F

Mar 5, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 7 violations

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 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

Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

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

08A

Thawing procedure improper.

09B

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