Sen Sakana

28 West 44 Street, Manhattan, NY 10036
Jewish / Kosher
Last inspected: Aug 18, 2025
74
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: A

Across the available record, Sen Sakana has three inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent visit was on Aug 18, 2025. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around five violations each.

“Food contact surface not properly washed” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Sen Sakana's latest score is in line with the Manhattan average of 77. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 18, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
09E
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
74
Dec 5, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Haccp plan not approved or approved haccp plan not maintained on premises.
06G
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
Current letter grade or grade pending card not posted
20-06
Equipment used for rop not approved by the department
28-04
74
Jan 11, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
4 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 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
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
Haccp plan not approved or approved haccp plan not maintained on premises.
06G
Equipment used for rop not approved by the department
28-04
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
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
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sen Sakana last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sen Sakana on file is from Aug 18, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sen Sakana?

Across the inspection record, “food contact surface not properly washed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Sen Sakana.

How does Sen Sakana compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Sen Sakana most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is about the same as the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Sen Sakana's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sen Sakana have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Sen Sakana 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 Sen Sakana inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Sen Sakana is inspected roughly once per year on average.