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Japanese · Midtown-Times Square
SOZAI health grade & inspection history
19 WEST 45 STREET, Manhattan, NY 10036
46 latest violation-point score
Most recent grade represented in the NYC dataset: A (Jul 30, 2024). The score is from the latest comparable graded-inspection type on Apr 16, 2026; lower is better.
Latest NYC health inspection
Health inspection snapshot
Apr 16, 2026Inspection date
5Violations recorded
3Critical items
Official action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Inspection details
Latest health code violations
- 02BCritical violation
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
- 06DCritical violation
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- 06GCritical violation
HACCP plan not approved or approved HACCP plan not maintained on premises.
- 10B
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.
- 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.
Score trend
SOZAI inspection history
34 more 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 16, 2026 | — | 46 | 5 | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| Apr 16, 2026 | — | — | 1 | Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection |
| Jul 30, 2024 | A | 12 | 2 | 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.
- 02BRecorded in 2 inspections
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Official location
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Common questions
SOZAI inspection FAQ
What grade does the current DOHMH snapshot show for SOZAI?
The most recent selectable NYC grade represented in our source snapshot is A, dated Jul 30, 2024. The latest comparable inspection score shown separately is 46 violation points.
When was SOZAI last inspected?
The latest inspection in the official dataset is dated Apr 16, 2026.
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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