Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
21
Last inspection
November 24, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
14 / 7
Sarku Japan currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on November 24, 2025 found 5 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 21 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 3 non-critical
Critical
- 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.
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Non-Critical
- 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.
- Single service article not provided. Single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. Drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
November 24, 2025
- Date
- November 24, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N/A
- Score
- 21
- Critical points
- 14
- Non-critical points
- 7
- Violations
- 5 (2 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Nov 24, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 3, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 26, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Sarku Japan's most recent graded inspection in July 2024 was a A, after a B in April 2023.
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.
Sarku Japan's latest score: 21
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sarku Japan's current NYC health grade?
Sarku Japan does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
When was Sarku Japan last inspected?
Sarku Japan was last inspected on November 24, 2025.
What was Sarku Japan's latest inspection score?
Sarku Japan's latest inspection score was 21 points.
How many violations did Sarku Japan have in its latest inspection?
Sarku Japan had 5 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is Sarku Japan located?
Sarku Japan is located at 37-21 Junction Boulevard in Queens, NY 11368.
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: 50099387
Last updated: June 26, 2026