Current Grade
Current grade
Z
Latest score
26
Last inspection
June 30, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
22 / 4
Gyu-Kaku currently has a Z grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on June 30, 2026 found 6 violations, including 4 critical violations, for a total score of 26 points.
Latest Violations
4 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- 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.
- Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
- Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
- 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.
Non-Critical
- 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.
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Latest Inspection Details
June 30, 2026
- Date
- June 30, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- Z
- Score
- 26
- Critical points
- 22
- Non-critical points
- 4
- Violations
- 6 (4 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Jun 30, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 15, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Aug 1, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Gyu-Kaku received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in August 2024 with a score of 13.
What This Grade Means
NYC inspection scores are penalty points. Lower scores are better. A score of 0–13 generally qualifies for an A, 14–27 for a B, and 28+ for a C.
Gyu-Kaku's latest score: 26
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gyu-Kaku's current NYC health grade?
Gyu-Kaku currently has a Z grade.
When was Gyu-Kaku last inspected?
Gyu-Kaku was last inspected on June 30, 2026.
What was Gyu-Kaku's latest inspection score?
Gyu-Kaku's latest inspection score was 26 points.
How many violations did Gyu-Kaku have in its latest inspection?
Gyu-Kaku had 6 violations in its latest inspection, including 4 critical violations and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Gyu-Kaku located?
Gyu-Kaku is located at 620 Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10024.
Data source: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene restaurant inspection data via NYC Open Data. Inspection results may change as new inspections, reinspections, or adjudications are posted.
Restaurant ID: 50095112
Last updated: July 3, 2026