Ako Japanese Restaurant Health Inspection Grade
Japanese · 205 Bedford Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11211
Current Grade
Current grade
Z
Latest score
25
Last inspection
May 14, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
23 / 2
Ako Japanese Restaurant currently has a Z grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on May 14, 2026 found 5 violations, including 4 critical violations, for a total score of 25 points.
Latest Violations
4 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
- Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies.
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
Non-Critical
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Latest Inspection Details
May 14, 2026
- Date
- May 14, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- Z
- Score
- 25
- Critical points
- 23
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 5 (4 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
May 14, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Nov 5, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 21, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Ako Japanese Restaurant received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in June 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.
Ako Japanese Restaurant's latest score: 25
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ako Japanese Restaurant's current NYC health grade?
Ako Japanese Restaurant currently has a Z grade.
When was Ako Japanese Restaurant last inspected?
Ako Japanese Restaurant was last inspected on May 14, 2026.
What was Ako Japanese Restaurant's latest inspection score?
Ako Japanese Restaurant's latest inspection score was 25 points.
How many violations did Ako Japanese Restaurant have in its latest inspection?
Ako Japanese Restaurant had 5 violations in its latest inspection, including 4 critical violations and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Ako Japanese Restaurant located?
Ako Japanese Restaurant is located at 205 Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11211.
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: 50006419
Last updated: June 26, 2026