Nish Nush

88 Reade Street, Manhattan, NY 10013
Jewish / Kosher
Last inspected: Jan 20, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

The health department has logged four inspections at Nish Nush, the earliest from 2023. The most recent visit was on Jan 20, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

The trend has been moving in the right direction: four violations last time, one this time.

Across the inspection history, anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Manhattan restaurant scores 77. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 20, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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
95
May 13, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Swollen, leaking, rusted or otherwise damaged canned food to be returned to distributor not segregated from intact product and clearly labeled do not use
09A
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
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
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
74
Feb 6, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Sign prohibiting smoking or using electronic cigarettes not conspicuously posted.
15-27
70
Mar 16, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
04M
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
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
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Nish Nush last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Nish Nush on file is from Jan 20, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Nish Nush?

Across the inspection record, anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Nish Nush.

How does Nish Nush compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Nish Nush most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Nish Nush's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Nish Nush have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around one violation compared to about four previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Nish Nush 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 Nish Nush inspected?

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