Sushi Yasaka

251 West 72 Street, Manhattan, NY 10023

Japanese / Sushi

Last inspected: Feb 4, 2026

Score

High Risk

Public records currently show only two inspections for Sushi Yasaka. On Feb 4, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

The trend has not been favorable, with the count rising from two to seven between inspections.

Food contact surface not properly washed comes up most often, recorded one time in the inspection record.

The city-wide average sits at 77, which Sushi Yasaka's 52 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 4, 2026

Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.

View 7 violations

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

06D

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

Food, prohibited, from unapproved or unknown source, home canned or home prepared. animal slaughtered, butchered or dressed (eviscerated, skinned) in establishment. reduced oxygen packaged (rop) fish not frozen before processing. rop food prepared on premises transported to another site.

03A

Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

08C

Nuisance created or allowed to exist. facility not free from unsafe, hazardous, offensive or annoying condition.

28-01

“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

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

20-01

Nov 29, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

06E

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sushi Yasaka last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sushi Yasaka on file is from Feb 4, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sushi Yasaka?

Across the inspection record, food contact surface not properly washed has been cited one time, more than any other issue at Sushi Yasaka.

How does Sushi Yasaka compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Sushi Yasaka most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Sushi Yasaka's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Sushi Yasaka have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about two per visit to around seven more recently.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Sushi Yasaka means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

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