Thirteen Water

208 East 7 Street, Manhattan, NY 10009
Japanese / Sushi
Last inspected: Nov 12, 2025
78
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Thirteen Water has only two inspections on file, a thin record to work from. Inspectors last stopped by on Nov 12, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “food contact surface not properly washed”, which has been cited two times.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Manhattan restaurants. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

2
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 12, 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
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
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
78
Aug 22, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
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
Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of tcs foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.
04J
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
10E
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Thirteen Water last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Thirteen Water on file is from Nov 12, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Thirteen Water?

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

How does Thirteen Water compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

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

Has Thirteen Water's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Thirteen Water have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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