New York City, NY - A routine inspection at Kiko on 08/07/2025 resulted in citations for health code violations.
The dining establishment functions from 307 Spring Street in SoHo, a well-trafficked section of New York City recognized for its restaurant culture.
Health department documentation states: "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." Such infractions require correction to meet regulatory standards.
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, Federal regulators use FDA sanitation guidelines as the benchmark for evaluating food service establishment compliance. These federal guidelines guarantee that restaurants adhere to strict health requirements.
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.
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.
These findings underscore the essential nature of comprehensive health compliance in restaurant operations. Community members should feel empowered to examine health department findings when choosing restaurants.
| Latitude | 40.725932718545 |
| INSPECTION TYPE | Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection |
| INSPECTION DATE | 08/07/2025 |
| ZIPCODE | 10013 |
| Council District | 03 |
| RECORD DATE | 08/15/2025 |
| CAMIS | 50159222 |
| BORO | Manhattan |
| BIN | 1010364 |
| BBL | 1005970033 |
| NTA | MN24 |
| ACTION | Violations were cited in the following area(s). |
| PHONE | 8056985261 |
| GRADE DATE | 08/07/2025 |
| BUILDING | 307 |
| Longitude | -74.008507352284 |
| GRADE | A |
| Census Tract | 003700 |
| CUISINE DESCRIPTION | Asian/Asian Fusion |
| DBA | KIKO |
| STREET | SPRING STREET |
| Community Board | 102 |
| SCORE | 9 |
| VIOLATION CODES | 10F; 06D |
| ALL VIOLATIONS | 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. || 06D: Food contact surface not properly washed; rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred. |
This inspection was conducted on August 7, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: 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. | 06D: Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred..
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.
