Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
10
Last inspection
November 25, 2024
Critical / non-critical points
0 / 10
Benihana currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on November 25, 2024 found 3 violations, for a total score of 10 points.
Latest Violations
0 critical · 3 non-critical
Non-Critical
- Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
- 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.
- 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
November 25, 2024
- Date
- November 25, 2024
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 10
- Critical points
- 0
- Non-critical points
- 10
- Violations
- 3 (0 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Nov 25, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 8, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 28, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Feb 16, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Benihana has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: November 2024 and September 2022. Its latest score was 10, slightly higher than its September 2022 score of 2.
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.
Benihana's latest score: 10
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benihana's current NYC health grade?
Benihana currently has a A grade.
When was Benihana last inspected?
Benihana was last inspected on November 25, 2024.
What was Benihana's latest inspection score?
Benihana's latest inspection score was 10 points.
How many violations did Benihana have in its latest inspection?
Benihana had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 0 critical violations and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is Benihana located?
Benihana is located at 47 West 56th Street in Manhattan, NY 10019.
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: 41248584
Last updated: June 26, 2026