New York City, NY - Health department officials identified compliance problems at Takahachi during an inspection on 08/05/2025.
The establishment operates from 85 Avenue A Manhattan Ny in East Village, a busy area of New York City known for its dining scene.
Inspectors documented: "06e. Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored. (critical: critical). 04h. Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-c." This finding indicates a need for compliance with established food safety protocols.
Health department officials noted violations related to pest control, which require attention for public health compliance.
Pest control violations represent some of the most significant infractions in food service inspections Research conducted by federal health agencies demonstrates that Effective pest control is considered a critical control point in preventing foodborne illness outbreaks. The HACCP Prevention Guidelines provides comprehensive guidance for preventing such violations.
The inspection identified violations related to sanitation, an important area of food safety.
Food safety professionals regularly stress the essential nature of adequate sanitation procedures. As outlined in Food Safety Modernization Act, The FDA Food Code establishes comprehensive sanitation requirements that form the foundation of safe food service operations. These federal guidelines guarantee that restaurants adhere to strict health requirements.
Such infractions require attention for the business to maintain compliance with community safety standards. Public health officials note that addressing these violations helps maintain trust in dining establishments.
Health department officials will conduct a comprehensive re-inspection to ensure that all violations have been properly addressed. The establishment must demonstrate full compliance before the matter can be considered resolved.
Regular health inspections serve as critical safeguards for public health in New York City's dining landscape. Transparency in reporting inspection findings ensures that community members can make informed decisions about their dining options.
| DBA | TAKAHACHI |
| PHONE | 2125056524 |
| NTA | MN22 |
| INSPECTION TYPE | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection |
| CAMIS | 50098128 |
| Latitude | 40.725166154671 |
| INSPECTION DATE | 08/05/2025 |
| ZIPCODE | 10009 |
| RECORD DATE | 08/15/2025 |
| BORO | Manhattan |
| BBL | 1004327501 |
| ACTION | Violations were cited in the following area(s). |
| CUISINE DESCRIPTION | Japanese |
| Council District | 02 |
| Community Board | 103 |
| Census Tract | 003200 |
| Longitude | -73.984190505773 |
| STREET | AVENUE A |
| BUILDING | 85 |
| GRADE | A |
| GRADE DATE | 08/05/2025 |
| SCORE | 12 |
| BIN | 1005764 |
| VIOLATION CODES | 06E; 04H |
| ALL VIOLATIONS | 06E: Sanitized equipment or utensil; including in-use food dispensing utensil; improperly used or stored. || 04H: Raw; cooked or prepared food is adulterated; contaminated; cross-contaminated; or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan. |
This inspection was conducted on August 5, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: 06E: Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored. | 04H: Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan..
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.
All inspection data for this report is sourced directly from the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene . View the original data source .
Food safety standards referenced in this report are based on:
Important Note: This article is based on official inspection reports at the time of inspection. Current conditions may differ. Always check the most recent inspection results before dining. Establishments have the opportunity to correct violations and request re-inspection.
