River Japanese Cuisine

61-44 Springfield Boulevard, Queens, NY 11364
Japanese / Sushi
Last inspected: Mar 19, 2026
47
Score
High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Public records currently show only two inspections for River Japanese Cuisine. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 19, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

The most recent inspection turned up seven violations, more than the five found previously.

When inspectors have written things up, live roaches in facility's food or non-food area has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

The city-wide average sits at 75, which River Japanese Cuisine's 47 doesn't quite reach. On balance, the file warrants more attention than the average restaurant.

2
Inspections
4
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 19, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
04M
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
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
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
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
47
Sep 29, 2025
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
04M
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
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
58

Frequently Asked Questions

When was River Japanese Cuisine last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at River Japanese Cuisine on file is from Mar 19, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at River Japanese Cuisine?

Across the inspection record, live roaches in facility's food or non-food area has been cited two times, more than any other issue at River Japanese Cuisine.

How does River Japanese Cuisine compare to other restaurants in Queens?

River Japanese Cuisine most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Queens average of 75.

Has River Japanese Cuisine's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at River Japanese Cuisine have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about five per visit to around seven more recently.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at River Japanese Cuisine 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.

How often is River Japanese Cuisine inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, River Japanese Cuisine is inspected around four times per year on average.