Japanese · Midtown-Times Square
IMASA NORI health grade & inspection history
243 WEST 54 STREET, Manhattan, NY 10019
Most recent grade represented in the NYC dataset: A (Sep 29, 2025). The score is from the latest comparable graded-inspection type on Sep 29, 2025; lower is better.
Latest NYC health inspection
Health inspection snapshot
Inspection details
Latest health code violations
- 06DCritical violation
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- 10F
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.
- 10H
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.
Score trend
IMASA NORI inspection history
24 fewer inspection points than the previous comparable inspection. This table shows up to twelve inspection events available in the current source snapshot; the feed’s history can change after agency review.
| Date | Grade | Score | Violations | Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 29, 2025 | A | 13 | 3 | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection |
| Jul 31, 2025 | — | 37 | 5 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| Aug 22, 2023 | A | 6 | 1 | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection |
Repeat patterns
Recurring violation codes
Items recorded in at least two separate inspection events. Recurrence adds context but does not indicate that an issue is still present today.
- 06CRecorded in 2 inspections
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.
Official location
IMASA NORI on the map
Common questions
IMASA NORI inspection FAQ
What grade does the current DOHMH snapshot show for IMASA NORI?
The most recent selectable NYC grade represented in our source snapshot is A, dated Sep 29, 2025. The latest comparable inspection score shown separately is 13 violation points.
When was IMASA NORI last inspected?
The latest inspection in the official dataset is dated Sep 29, 2025.
Is a lower NYC restaurant inspection score better?
Yes. NYC inspection scores are violation points, so lower is better. Letter-grade ranges are generally A for 0–13, B for 14–27 and C for 28 or more points.
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