Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
13
Last inspection
January 13, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
8 / 5
Sushi Aozora currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on January 13, 2026 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 13 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
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.
- Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke or fumes.
Latest Inspection Details
January 13, 2026
- Date
- January 13, 2026
- Type
- Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 13
- Critical points
- 8
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
1 inspection
Jan 13, 2026
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Sushi Aozora received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in January 2026 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.
Sushi Aozora's latest score: 13
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sushi Aozora's current NYC health grade?
Sushi Aozora currently has a A grade.
When was Sushi Aozora last inspected?
Sushi Aozora was last inspected on January 13, 2026.
What was Sushi Aozora's latest inspection score?
Sushi Aozora's latest inspection score was 13 points.
How many violations did Sushi Aozora have in its latest inspection?
Sushi Aozora had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Sushi Aozora located?
Sushi Aozora is located at 15 East 15th Street in Manhattan, NY 10003.
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: 50165375
Last updated: July 3, 2026