Yakiniku Gen

250 East 52 Street, Manhattan, NY 10022

Japanese / Sushi

Last inspected: Sep 11, 2025

Score

High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Going back to 2023, Yakiniku Gen has five inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Sep 11, 2025. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around two violations to closer to seven violations per visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food”, showing up four times.

Restaurants in Manhattan average 77, so Yakiniku Gen trails the local norm. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 11, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

4 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 7 violations

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

02B

Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.

06A

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

04L

No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. no hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. no soap or acceptable hand-drying device.

05D

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

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

Jun 17, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

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

04L

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

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

08A

Feb 13, 2025

Administrative Miscellaneous / Compliance Inspection

No violations found.

100

Mar 13, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

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

04L

10F

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

08A

“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

Thawing procedure improper.

09B

May 17, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Yakiniku Gen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Yakiniku Gen on file is from Sep 11, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Yakiniku Gen?

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

How does Yakiniku Gen compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Yakiniku Gen most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Yakiniku Gen's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Yakiniku Gen have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Yakiniku Gen 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.

How often is Yakiniku Gen inspected?

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

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