Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
September 25, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
12 / 0
Masawa currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on September 25, 2025 found 2 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 0 non-critical
Critical
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Latest Inspection Details
September 25, 2025
- Date
- September 25, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 12
- Non-critical points
- 0
- Violations
- 2 (2 critical, 0 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Sep 25, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 14, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 27, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 14, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Masawa has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: September 2025 and September 2023. Its latest score was 12, lower than its September 2023 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.
Masawa's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Masawa's current NYC health grade?
Masawa currently has a A grade.
When was Masawa last inspected?
Masawa was last inspected on September 25, 2025.
What was Masawa's latest inspection score?
Masawa's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Masawa have in its latest inspection?
Masawa had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 0 non-critical violations.
Where is Masawa located?
Masawa is located at 1239 Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10027.
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: 40388091
Last updated: June 26, 2026