Sushi 21

174 7 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10011
Japanese / Sushi
Last inspected: Jan 6, 2026
67
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Sushi 21 appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 6, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.

When inspectors have written things up, “establishment is not free of harborage or conditions” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.

The city-wide average sits at 77, which Sushi 21's 67 doesn't quite reach. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

5
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 6, 2026
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
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
67
Dec 17, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 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
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
82
Mar 26, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
04M
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
67
Mar 29, 2023
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
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
78
Mar 9, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sushi 21 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sushi 21 on file is from Jan 6, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sushi 21?

Across the inspection record, “establishment is not free of harborage or conditions” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Sushi 21.

How does Sushi 21 compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Sushi 21 most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Sushi 21's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sushi 21 have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Sushi 21 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 Sushi 21 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Sushi 21 is inspected around two times per year on average.