Wakamba

543 8 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10018

American

Last inspected: Mar 24, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Wakamba appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 24, 2026. 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 zero violations, down from roughly six violations earlier in the record.

“Dishwashing and ware washing” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Restaurants in Manhattan average 77, so Wakamba is doing better than most peers. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Mar 24, 2026

Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection

No violations found.

100

Feb 11, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.

View 6 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

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

09E

“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

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

Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.

10A

Apr 30, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

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

04H

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

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

10G

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Wakamba last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Wakamba on file is from Mar 24, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Wakamba?

Across the inspection record, “dishwashing and ware washing” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Wakamba.

How does Wakamba compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Wakamba most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Wakamba's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Wakamba have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Wakamba 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 Wakamba inspected?

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

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