Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
35
Last inspection
May 29, 2019
Critical / non-critical points
28 / 7
Tongkatsu currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on May 29, 2019 found 7 violations, including 4 critical violations, for a total score of 35 points.
Latest Violations
4 critical · 3 non-critical
Critical
- Cold food item held above 41º F (smoked fish and reduced oxygen packaged foods above 38 ºF) except during necessary preparation.
- Food Protection Certificate not held by supervisor of food operations.
- Food not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.
- 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 improperly constructed. Unacceptable material used. Non-food contact surface or equipment improperly maintained and/or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
- Lighting Inadequate
- The original nutritional fact labels and/or ingredient label for a cooking oil, shortening or margarine or food item sold in bulk, or acceptable manufacturer’s documentation not maintained on site.
Latest Inspection Details
May 29, 2019
- Date
- May 29, 2019
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Establishment Closed by DOHMH. Violations were cited in the following area(s) and those requiring immediate action were addressed.
- Grade
- N/A
- Score
- 35
- Critical points
- 28
- Non-critical points
- 7
- Violations
- 7 (4 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
2 inspections
May 29, 2019
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Establishment Closed by DOHMH. Violations were cited in the following area(s) and those requiring immediate action were addressed.
Jun 12, 2018
Inspection Type: Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Action: No violations were recorded at the time of this inspection.
Grade Trend
Tongkatsu 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.
Tongkatsu's latest score: 35
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tongkatsu's current NYC health grade?
Tongkatsu does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
When was Tongkatsu last inspected?
Tongkatsu was last inspected on May 29, 2019.
What was Tongkatsu's latest inspection score?
Tongkatsu's latest inspection score was 35 points.
How many violations did Tongkatsu have in its latest inspection?
Tongkatsu had 7 violations in its latest inspection, including 4 critical violations and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is Tongkatsu located?
Tongkatsu is located at 137 Rivington Street in Manhattan, NY 10002.
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: 50071556
Last updated: June 26, 2026