Raku It's Japanese II
57 West 76 Street, Manhattan, NY 10023
Japanese Upper West Side (212) 873-1220
Grade A · as of Nov 2, 2026
Raku It's Japanese II was last inspected on November 2, 2026 and scored 11 points (A range). Inspectors found 3 violations, 1 of them critical.
Latest inspection
November 2, 2026 · Pre-permit (Operational) · Initial Inspection
Score: 11 points (A range)
1 critical2 general-
CriticalFood temperature
Hot food was being held below 140°F, where bacteria can grow.
Official wording (code 02B)
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Non-food surfaces or equipment were dirty, damaged, or made of unsuitable material.
Official wording (code 10F)
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.
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GeneralFood handling
Frozen food was being thawed the wrong way.
Official wording (code 09B)
Thawing procedure improper.
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