SUSHI KOYA in Upper West Side Lincoln Square
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected May 13, 2026
📍 163 WEST 71 STREET, Manhattan, NY 10023 ·
🍽️ Japanese
Overview
Sushi Koya on the Upper West Side holds a Grade B from NYC DOHMH, based on a score of 19 points from its most recent 2024 inspection. The restaurant has undergone 10 inspections in 2024 with no emergency closures on record.
11
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
1
Grade A Inspection
SUSHI KOYA in Upper West Side Lincoln Square: Full Inspection History (11 records)
GRADE A
May 13, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Initial 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
Jan 22, 2024
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Nuisance created or allowed to exist. Facility not free from unsafe, hazardous, offensive or annoying condition.
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable c...
GRADE N
Jan 22, 2024
— Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 19
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 improperly disposed of.
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source o...
Jan 22, 2024
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Nuisance created or allowed to exist. Facility not free from unsafe, hazardous, offensive or annoying condition.
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable c...
GRADE N
Jan 22, 2024
— Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 19
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
Jan 22, 2024
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial 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.
Violations:
20-04
GRADE N
Jan 22, 2024
— Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 19
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
Violations:
06F
Jan 22, 2024
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Nuisance created or allowed to exist. Facility not free from unsafe, hazardous, offensive or annoying condition.
Violations:
28-01
GRADE N
Jan 22, 2024
— Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 19
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
Violations:
06F
Jan 22, 2024
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Nuisance created or allowed to exist. Facility not free from unsafe, hazardous, offensive or annoying condition.
Violations:
28-01
GRADE N
Jan 22, 2024
— Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 19
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
Violations:
06C
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SUSHI KOYA in Upper West Side Lincoln Square: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was SUSHI KOYA last inspected?
- SUSHI KOYA was last inspected on May 13, 2026 (Grade A). The inspection score was 9 points.
- What is SUSHI KOYA's current health grade?
- SUSHI KOYA currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many health inspections has SUSHI KOYA had?
- SUSHI KOYA has 11 health inspections on record from January 2024 through May 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 1 occasion.
- What was the worst inspection score at SUSHI KOYA?
- The worst inspection score recorded at SUSHI KOYA was 19 points on January 22, 2024. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has SUSHI KOYA ever received a Grade C?
- No. SUSHI KOYA has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.