Sushi & Bento by Mr Lim/ the Sling Bar

135 West 50 Street, Manhattan, NY 10020
Japanese / Sushi
Last inspected: Jun 20, 2024
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show three inspections at Sushi & Bento by Mr Lim/ the Sling Bar stretching back to 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Jun 20, 2024. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around two violations, down from roughly four violations earlier in the record.

“Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Among Manhattan restaurants, the typical score is 77; Sushi & Bento by Mr Lim/ the Sling Bar is comfortably above that bar. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jun 20, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 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
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
Jan 30, 2024
Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
74
Dec 15, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial 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
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.
04N
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
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
06A
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
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sushi & Bento by Mr Lim/ the Sling Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sushi & Bento by Mr Lim/ the Sling Bar on file is from Jun 20, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sushi & Bento by Mr Lim/ the Sling Bar?

Across the inspection record, “food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Sushi & Bento by Mr Lim/ the Sling Bar.

How does Sushi & Bento by Mr Lim/ the Sling Bar compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Sushi & Bento by Mr Lim/ the Sling Bar most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Sushi & Bento by Mr Lim/ the Sling Bar's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Sushi & Bento by Mr Lim/ the Sling Bar have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sushi & Bento by Mr Lim/ the Sling Bar means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.