Sushi Ginza

1065 1 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10022

Japanese / Sushi

Last inspected: Jun 16, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show three inspections at Sushi Ginza stretching back to 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Jun 16, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around three violations compared to roughly seven violations earlier on.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “food contact surface not properly washed”, showing up two times.

Among Manhattan restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jun 16, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

Swollen, leaking, rusted or otherwise damaged canned food to be returned to distributor not segregated from intact product and clearly labeled do not use

09A

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

Mar 5, 2024

Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection

3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 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

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

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

Nov 20, 2023

Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection

5 critical violations. 4 minor violations.

View 9 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

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

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

Food allergy information poster not conspicuously posted where food is being prepared or processed by food workers.

20-01

“choking first aid” poster not posted. “alcohol and pregnancy” warning sign not posted. resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.

20-04

Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.

09E

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sushi Ginza last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sushi Ginza on file is from Jun 16, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sushi Ginza?

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

How does Sushi Ginza compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Sushi Ginza most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Sushi Ginza's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Sushi Ginza have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sushi Ginza means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Sushi Ginza inspected?

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

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