New York, NY - Health inspectors documented violations at DARUMA JAPANESE CUISINE during a routine inspection conducted on 04/22/2025.
Located at 901 SHERIDAN AVENUE in the Concourse area, the establishment serves the local community. The Concourse neighborhood maintains numerous food service establishments that undergo regular health monitoring.
The inspection identified 2 distinct violations requiring correction. Each violation has established correction procedures that must be followed to achieve compliance.
The first violation involved pest management. Inspectors documented: 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.. The FDA Food Code requires establishments to eliminate conditions that attract and harbor pests, including proper waste management and facility maintenance. For more information, see FDA pest control standards. Rodents can transmit Salmonella, Hantavirus, and other serious pathogens through their droppings and urine.
The second violation related to pest prevention. Inspectors documented: Contract with a pest management professional not in place. Record of extermination activities not kept on premises.. The FDA Food Code requires establishments to eliminate conditions that attract and harbor pests, including proper waste management and facility maintenance. For more information, see FDA pest control standards. Cockroaches can spread E. coli and Salmonella by contaminating food and surfaces.
Establishments receiving violations must submit correction plans and may face additional inspections. Failure to address violations can result in fines, permit suspension, or closure.
This inspection data is provided by NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. The establishment had violations identified during the 04/22/2025 inspection. Conditions may have changed since this inspection. For current compliance status, consult the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. For more information about restaurant inspection regulations in this area, visit the New York City Health Code. Learn more about food safety at FDA.gov and CDC.gov.
This inspection was conducted on August 21, 2025.
NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
The establishment was cited for health code violations during the inspection. See the full article for detailed violation information.
Rodents can transmit Salmonella, Hantavirus, and other serious pathogens through their droppings and urine. Cockroaches can spread E. coli and Salmonella by contaminating food and surfaces.
This inspection data is sourced directly from NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. For the most current information, please visit the official health department website.
Federal Guidelines: Our reporting follows standards established by the FDA Food Code, CDC Food Safety Guidelines, and USDA Food Safety Standards.
📖 Food Safety Codes: Reference the specific regulations that govern this establishment: NYC Food Code (Article 81), FDA Food Code 2022
⚠️ Important Note: Restaurant conditions can change rapidly. This inspection represents a snapshot in time and may not reflect current conditions. For the most up-to-date information, consider checking recent reviews or contacting the establishment directly.
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