Current Grade
Current grade
N
Latest score
28
Last inspection
March 4, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
22 / 6
Yoko-Cho currently has a N grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on March 4, 2026 found 7 violations, including 4 critical violations, for a total score of 28 points.
Latest Violations
4 critical · 3 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.
- 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.
- Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
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.
- “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.
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
March 4, 2026
- Date
- March 4, 2026
- Type
- Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N
- Score
- 28
- Critical points
- 22
- Non-critical points
- 6
- Violations
- 7 (4 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
1 inspection
Mar 4, 2026
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Yoko-Cho 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.
Yoko-Cho's latest score: 28
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yoko-Cho's current NYC health grade?
Yoko-Cho currently has a N grade.
When was Yoko-Cho last inspected?
Yoko-Cho was last inspected on March 4, 2026.
What was Yoko-Cho's latest inspection score?
Yoko-Cho's latest inspection score was 28 points.
How many violations did Yoko-Cho have in its latest inspection?
Yoko-Cho had 7 violations in its latest inspection, including 4 critical violations and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is Yoko-Cho located?
Yoko-Cho is located at 137 East 13th 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: 50167369
Last updated: July 3, 2026