New York City, NY - Food safety inspectors found regulatory violations at Evil Katsu during an inspection on 07/29/2025.
The restaurant is located at 435 East 9 Street in New York City's East Village district, serving local residents and visitors.
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The inspection details: "06f. Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses. (critical: critical). 10f. Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean." These circumstances require correction according to industry standards.
The inspection identified violations related to sanitation, an important area of food safety.
Industry experts consistently emphasize the critical importance of proper sanitation protocols. The Food Safety Modernization Act clearly states that Federal regulators use FDA sanitation guidelines as the benchmark for evaluating food service establishment compliance.
Beyond regulatory requirements, such infractions may affect the restaurant's standing and customer relationships. Local food safety organizations monitor inspection results to provide information to the public.
Regulatory authorities have scheduled an extensive follow-up review to confirm that every infraction has been adequately corrected. Management are required to show complete correction before these violations will be deemed closed.
Food service professionals should take note of important insights from these findings, highlighting the importance of ongoing compliance to health code requirements. Public education continues to be an essential element in ensuring public health protection.
📋 Complete Inspection Data
| BIN | 1077648 |
| PHONE | 9732550255 |
| NTA | MN22 |
| BBL | 1004370035 |
| Latitude | 40.727493576391 |
| DBA | EVIL KATSU |
| ZIPCODE | 10009 |
| RECORD DATE | 08/15/2025 |
| Longitude | -73.983204980407 |
| BORO | Manhattan |
| STREET | EAST 9 STREET |
| ACTION | Violations were cited in the following area(s). |
| CUISINE DESCRIPTION | Japanese |
| Council District | 02 |
| CAMIS | 50111157 |
| SCORE | 8 |
| Community Board | 103 |
| INSPECTION TYPE | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| GRADE | A |
| INSPECTION DATE | 07/29/2025 |
| Census Tract | 003400 |
| GRADE DATE | 07/29/2025 |
| BUILDING | 435 |
| VIOLATION CODES | 06F; 10F |
| ALL VIOLATIONS | 06F: Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry; or in a sanitizing solution; between uses. || 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. |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was this inspection conducted?
This inspection was conducted on July 29, 2025.
Who conducted this inspection?
Chicago Department of Public Health
What violations were found during this inspection?
The following violations were found: 06F: Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses. | 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..
Why are these violations concerning?
Health code violations can increase the risk of foodborne illness. Common concerns include improper food temperatures (which can allow bacteria growth), inadequate handwashing facilities (which can spread germs), pest activity (which can contaminate food), and cross-contamination risks. These violations are monitored by health departments to ensure public safety and prevent foodborne illness outbreaks.