Sanuki Udon

31 West 4 Street, Manhattan, NY 10012

Japanese / Sushi

Last inspected: Dec 30, 2024

Score

Medium Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show three inspections at Sanuki Udon stretching back to 2024. On Dec 30, 2024, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

Compared to the prior visit, the count dropped from four violations to three.

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

By comparison, the average Manhattan facility scores 77, putting Sanuki Udon on the weaker side. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 30, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 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

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

06D

Single service article not provided. single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.

10H

Apr 23, 2024

Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

06C

Thawing procedure improper.

09B

Mar 13, 2024

Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

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

Haccp plan not approved or approved haccp plan not maintained on premises.

06G

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

02B

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

Equipment used for rop not approved by the department

28-04

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sanuki Udon last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sanuki Udon on file is from Dec 30, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sanuki Udon?

Across the inspection record, food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Sanuki Udon.

How does Sanuki Udon compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Sanuki Udon most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Sanuki Udon's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Sanuki Udon means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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