Raku Japanese

57 West 76 Street, Manhattan, NY 10023

Japanese / Sushi

Last inspected: Oct 11, 2024

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Going back to 2022, Raku Japanese has six inspections in the public record. Raku Japanese was last inspected on Oct 11, 2024. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent inspections show fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest at four versus five before.

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing five times across the record.

Restaurants in Manhattan average 77, so Raku Japanese is doing better than most peers. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 11, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

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

02B

Thawing procedure improper.

09B

Mar 13, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04K

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

08A

Feb 22, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

5 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 8 violations

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

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

Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04K

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

02B

Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

08C

Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.

09C

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

08A

Sep 28, 2022

Pre-permit (Operational) / Compliance Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04K

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

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

08A

Aug 9, 2022

Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection

3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

After cooking or removal from hot holding, tcs food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal temperature is reduced from 140 °f to 70 °f or less within 2 hours, and from 70 °f to 41 °f or less within 4 additional hours.

02H

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

Food, supplies, and equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.

06C

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

08A

Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment

10E

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

Jul 25, 2022

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

5 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 7 violations

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

06D

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

06F

Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04K

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

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

08C

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

08A

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Raku Japanese last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Raku Japanese on file is from Oct 11, 2024. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Raku Japanese?

Across the inspection record, establishment is not free of harborage or conditions has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Raku Japanese.

How does Raku Japanese compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Raku Japanese most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Raku Japanese's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Raku Japanese have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around four violations compared to about five previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Raku Japanese 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 Raku Japanese inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Raku Japanese is inspected around three times per year on average.

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