Sarku Japan Teriyaki & Sushi Express Health Inspection Grade
Japanese · 133-36 Whitestone Expressway, Queens, NY 11354
Current Grade
Current grade
B
Latest score
27
Last inspection
September 3, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
22 / 5
Sarku Japan Teriyaki & Sushi Express currently has a B grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on September 3, 2025 found 5 violations, including 3 critical violations, for a total score of 27 points.
Latest Violations
3 critical · 2 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.
- Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
Non-Critical
- Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
- 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
September 3, 2025
- Date
- September 3, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- B
- Score
- 27
- Critical points
- 22
- Non-critical points
- 5
- Violations
- 5 (3 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Sep 3, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 1, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 5, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Sarku Japan Teriyaki & Sushi Express's most recent graded inspection in September 2025 was a B, after a A 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 Teriyaki & Sushi Express's latest score: 27
Grade range: B
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sarku Japan Teriyaki & Sushi Express's current NYC health grade?
Sarku Japan Teriyaki & Sushi Express currently has a B grade.
When was Sarku Japan Teriyaki & Sushi Express last inspected?
Sarku Japan Teriyaki & Sushi Express was last inspected on September 3, 2025.
What was Sarku Japan Teriyaki & Sushi Express's latest inspection score?
Sarku Japan Teriyaki & Sushi Express's latest inspection score was 27 points.
How many violations did Sarku Japan Teriyaki & Sushi Express have in its latest inspection?
Sarku Japan Teriyaki & Sushi Express had 5 violations in its latest inspection, including 3 critical violations and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Sarku Japan Teriyaki & Sushi Express located?
Sarku Japan Teriyaki & Sushi Express is located at 133-36 Whitestone Expressway in Queens, NY 11354.
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: 41680924
Last updated: June 26, 2026