GYU-KAKU JAPANESE BBQ in East Village
Latest: GRADE Z
Last inspected Jul 13, 2026
Overview
Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ in the East Village holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH, scoring 9 points on its most recent inspection. The restaurant has maintained Grade A on 2 of its 5 inspections since 2022, with no emergency closures on record.
7
Inspections on Record
Grade Z
Current Grade
2
Grade A Inspections
GYU-KAKU JAPANESE BBQ in East Village: Full Inspection History (7 records)
GRADE Z
Jul 13, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 37
Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
Jun 30, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 63
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
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.
Apr 22, 2025
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Re-inspection
“Choking first aid” poster not posted. “Alcohol and Pregnancy” warning sign not posted. Resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pes...
GRADE A
Apr 22, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 9
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Violations:
08A
Jan 22, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 20
Thawing procedure improper.
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, pr...
Dec 14, 2023
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 20
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Cond...
GRADE A
Nov 30, 2022
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 5
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies.
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's...
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GYU-KAKU JAPANESE BBQ in East Village: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was GYU-KAKU JAPANESE BBQ last inspected?
- GYU-KAKU JAPANESE BBQ was last inspected on July 13, 2026 (Grade Z). The inspection score was 37 points.
- What is GYU-KAKU JAPANESE BBQ's current health grade?
- GYU-KAKU JAPANESE BBQ currently holds a Grade Z.
- How many health inspections has GYU-KAKU JAPANESE BBQ had?
- GYU-KAKU JAPANESE BBQ has 7 health inspections on record from November 2022 through July 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 2 occasions.
- What was the worst inspection score at GYU-KAKU JAPANESE BBQ?
- The worst inspection score recorded at GYU-KAKU JAPANESE BBQ was 63 points on June 30, 2026. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has GYU-KAKU JAPANESE BBQ ever received a Grade C?
- No. GYU-KAKU JAPANESE BBQ has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.