Niku X

21 West 35 Street, Manhattan, NY 10001

Japanese / Sushi

Last inspected: Dec 29, 2025

Score

High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

The inspection history at Niku X is still short, with only one visit logged. The most recent report on file is from Dec 29, 2025. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

The most common issue across all inspections has been food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source, showing up one time.

The city-wide average sits at 77, which Niku X's 52 doesn't quite reach. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 29, 2025

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 5 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

No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. no hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. no soap or acceptable hand-drying device.

05D

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Niku X last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Niku X on file is from Dec 29, 2025. The public record contains one inspection in total.

What is the most common violation at Niku X?

Across the inspection record, food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source has been cited one time, more than any other issue at Niku X.

How does Niku X compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Niku X most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Niku X 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.

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