Sasabune Express New York

322 East 59 Street, Manhattan, NY 10022
Japanese / Sushi
Last inspected: Oct 2, 2025
67
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: B

The health department has logged four inspections at Sasabune Express New York, the earliest from 2023. On Oct 2, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.

The city-wide average sits at 77, which Sasabune Express New York's 67 doesn't quite reach. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

4
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 2, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
67
Mar 13, 2025
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 mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
47
May 14, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
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
May 23, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
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
Expanded polystyrene (eps) single service article not designated as a recyclable material.
19-04
61

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sasabune Express New York last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sasabune Express New York on file is from Oct 2, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sasabune Express New York?

Across the inspection record, “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Sasabune Express New York.

How does Sasabune Express New York compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Sasabune Express New York most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Sasabune Express New York's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sasabune Express New York have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Sasabune Express New York 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 Sasabune Express New York inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Sasabune Express New York is inspected around two times per year on average.