Tabata Noodle Restaurant

540 9 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10018

Japanese / Sushi

Last inspected: Jan 16, 2025

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Across the available record, Tabata Noodle Restaurant has four inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 16, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

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.

Across the inspection history, “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

The city-wide average for Manhattan sits at 77, putting Tabata Noodle Restaurant on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 16, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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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

Jun 20, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

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

04L

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

Single service article not provided. single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.

10H

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

Feb 28, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

3 critical violations.

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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 rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04K

Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.

04H

Sep 14, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

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

04L

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

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

02B

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

04K

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tabata Noodle Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tabata Noodle Restaurant on file is from Jan 16, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Tabata Noodle Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Tabata Noodle Restaurant.

How does Tabata Noodle Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Tabata Noodle Restaurant most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Tabata Noodle Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Tabata Noodle Restaurant 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 Tabata Noodle Restaurant 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 Tabata Noodle Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Tabata Noodle Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.

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