SAO MAI in East Village
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected May 20, 2025
📍 203 1 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY 10003 ·
🍽️ Southeast Asian
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🚇 Astor Place
Overview
Sao Mai in the East Village holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH, scoring 13 points on its most recent inspection in 2025. The Southeast Asian restaurant has 4 inspections on record since 2023, with mixed results including one prior Grade C, and no emergency closures.
4
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
1
Grade A Inspection
SAO MAI in East Village: Full Inspection History (4 records)
GRADE A
May 20, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 13
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste imprope...
Jan 15, 2025
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
GRADE C
Jul 31, 2023
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 41
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, ...
Apr 11, 2023
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 31
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Food c...
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SAO MAI in East Village: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was SAO MAI last inspected?
- SAO MAI was last inspected on May 20, 2025 (Grade A). The inspection score was 13 points.
- What is SAO MAI's current health grade?
- SAO MAI currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many health inspections has SAO MAI had?
- SAO MAI has 4 health inspections on record from April 2023 through May 2025. The restaurant received Grade A on 1 occasion. Grade C on 1 occasion.
- What was the worst inspection score at SAO MAI?
- The worst inspection score recorded at SAO MAI was 41 points on July 31, 2023. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has SAO MAI ever received a Grade C?
- Yes. SAO MAI has received a Grade C on 1 inspection. A Grade C means a score of 28 or more points.