Mari

679 9 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10036
Korean
Last inspected: Mar 30, 2026
55
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Across the available record, Mari has three inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 30, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around two violations to closer to six violations.

“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 Mari's 55 doesn't quite reach. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

3
Inspections
3
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 30, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Meat, fish, molluscan shellfish, unpasteurized raw shell eggs, poultry or other tcs offered or served raw or undercooked and written notice not provided to consumer.
02F
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
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
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
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
55
Oct 9, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry is worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
06A
Food, supplies, and equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.
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
70
Nov 4, 2022
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry is worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
06A
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
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mari last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mari on file is from Mar 30, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mari?

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 Mari.

How does Mari compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Mari most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Mari's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Mari have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Mari 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 Mari inspected?

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