Kono

46 Bowery, Manhattan, NY 10013
Japanese / Sushi
Last inspected: Jan 14, 2026
78
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Going back to 2023, Kono has three inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Jan 14, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

There hasn't been much movement either way: results have stayed near three violations per visit.

Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Compared to the broader Manhattan restaurant scene, this is about average. The record reflects steady performance over time.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 14, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 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
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
Nuisance created or allowed to exist. facility not free from unsafe, hazardous, offensive or annoying condition.
28-01
78
Oct 25, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 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
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
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
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
Single service article not provided. single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
10H
64
Apr 19, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
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
Nuisance created or allowed to exist. facility not free from unsafe, hazardous, offensive or annoying condition.
28-01
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Kono last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Kono on file is from Jan 14, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Kono?

Across the inspection record, non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Kono.

How does Kono compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Kono most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Kono's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Kono have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around three per visit.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Kono 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 Kono inspected?

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