TENSAI

GRADE A

Thursday, July 10, 2025

Overview

TENSAI in East Midtown Turtle Bay received a Grade A on their NYC health inspection on July 10, 2025, scoring 5 points. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address
222 EAST 51 STREET
Manhattan, NY 10022
Cuisine
Japanese
Inspection Type
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
2 inspections

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 02C

NYC Health Code Violation 02C

Hot TCS food item that has been cooked and cooled is being held for service without first being reheated to 165º F or above within 2 hours.

⚠️ Why This Matters

HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 02C to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.

📋 Code Requirements

Follow NYC Health Code Article 81 requirements. Implement corrective action immediately. Document all corrections. Train staff on proper procedures. Schedule follow-up inspection if critical.

Inspector's Action:

Violations were cited in the following area(s).

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TENSAI — Inspection Questions

Did TENSAI pass their NYC health inspection on July 10, 2025?
TENSAI passed with an A grade on July 10, 2025 with a score of 5 points. The inspection found 1 violation(s).
What critical violations did TENSAI have?
TENSAI had 1 critical violation(s) during their inspection. Critical violations directly contribute to foodborne illness and must be corrected immediately. These include issues with temperature control, hand washing, cross-contamination, and pest infestations.
What does violation code 02C mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 02C (NYC Health Code Violation 02C) is a critical violation. Violation of NYC Health Code requirements HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 02C to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.