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Sarku Japan

815 Hutchinson River Parkway, Bronx, NY 10465
Japanese / Sushi
Last inspected: Jul 10, 2025
74
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Sarku Japan seven times, with records going back to 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Jul 10, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.

“Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing five times across the record.

By comparison, the average Bronx facility scores 77, putting Sarku Japan on the weaker side. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

7
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 10, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
74
Mar 19, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
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
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
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
61
Oct 28, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
5 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
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 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
Providing single-use, non-compostable plastic straws to customers without customer request (including providing such straws at a self-serve station)
19-06
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
Failure to display required signage about plastic straw availability
19-10
41
Sep 9, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
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
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
52
Jul 24, 2023
Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
No violations found.
100
May 31, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
Providing single-use, non-compostable plastic straws to customers without customer request (including providing such straws at a self-serve station)
19-06
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
Current letter grade or grade pending card not posted
20-06
64
Jan 10, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sarku Japan last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sarku Japan on file is from Jul 10, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sarku Japan?

Across the inspection record, “cold TCS food item held above 41 °F” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Sarku Japan.

How does Sarku Japan compare to other restaurants in Bronx?

Sarku Japan most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Bronx average of 77.

Has Sarku Japan's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sarku Japan have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

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

How often is Sarku Japan inspected?

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

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