SARKU JAPAN in Elmhurst
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Mar 26, 2026
📍 90-15 QUEENS BOULEVARD, Queens, NY 11373 ·
🍽️ Japanese
Overview
Sarku Japan in Elmhurst holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH, with a score of 9 points from its most recent inspection in 2026. Across 5 inspections dating back to 2022, the restaurant has earned Grade A twice and Grade C once, with no emergency closures on record.
5
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
2
Grade A Inspections
SARKU JAPAN in Elmhurst: Full Inspection History (5 records)
GRADE A
Mar 26, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 9
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.
Violations:
10F
Feb 10, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 23
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.
Violations:
02G
GRADE A
Dec 26, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 12
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
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 foo...
GRADE C
Oct 16, 2023
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 34
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.
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Sanitized equipment or utensil, incl...
Nov 3, 2022
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 27
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry is worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
After cooking or...
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SARKU JAPAN in Elmhurst: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was SARKU JAPAN last inspected?
- SARKU JAPAN was last inspected on March 26, 2026 (Grade A). The inspection score was 9 points.
- What is SARKU JAPAN's current health grade?
- SARKU JAPAN currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many health inspections has SARKU JAPAN had?
- SARKU JAPAN has 5 health inspections on record from November 2022 through March 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 2 occasions. Grade C on 1 occasion.
- What was the worst inspection score at SARKU JAPAN?
- The worst inspection score recorded at SARKU JAPAN was 34 points on October 16, 2023. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has SARKU JAPAN ever received a Grade C?
- Yes. SARKU JAPAN has received a Grade C on 1 inspection. A Grade C means a score of 28 or more points.