Current Grade
Current grade
N
Latest score
26
Last inspection
March 19, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
14 / 12
Menkoi Sao currently has a N grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on March 19, 2026 found 7 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 26 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 5 non-critical
Critical
- 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.
- Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
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.
- Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
- Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
- “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.
Latest Inspection Details
March 19, 2026
- Date
- March 19, 2026
- Type
- Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N
- Score
- 26
- Critical points
- 14
- Non-critical points
- 12
- Violations
- 7 (2 critical, 5 non-critical)
Inspection History
1 inspection
Mar 19, 2026
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Menkoi Sao does not yet have enough graded cycle inspections in NYC Open Data to show a grade trend.
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.
Menkoi Sao's latest score: 26
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Menkoi Sao's current NYC health grade?
Menkoi Sao currently has a N grade.
When was Menkoi Sao last inspected?
Menkoi Sao was last inspected on March 19, 2026.
What was Menkoi Sao's latest inspection score?
Menkoi Sao's latest inspection score was 26 points.
How many violations did Menkoi Sao have in its latest inspection?
Menkoi Sao had 7 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 5 non-critical violations.
Where is Menkoi Sao located?
Menkoi Sao is located at 7 Cornelia Street in Manhattan, NY 10014.
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: 50181105
Last updated: July 3, 2026