YOKO-CHO

Tuesday, July 14, 2026

Overview

YOKO-CHO in Manhattan underwent a NYC health inspection on July 14, 2026. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address
137 EAST 13 STREET
Manhattan, NY 10003
Cuisine
Japanese
Inspection Type
Administrative Miscellaneous / Re-inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
14 inspections
1 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 28-03

NYC Health Code Violation 28-03

Lighting fixture located over, by or within food storage, preparation, service or display facility, and facility where utensils and equipment are cleaned and stored, which may shatter due to extreme heat, temperature changes or accidental contact; not fitted with shatterproof bulb or shielded and encased, with end caps or other device.

⚠️ Why This Matters

HEALTH HAZARD: This critical violation creates immediate risk of foodborne illness. Studies link NYC Health Code Violation 28-03 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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YOKO-CHO — Inspection Questions

Did YOKO-CHO pass their NYC health inspection on July 14, 2026?
YOKO-CHO underwent inspection on July 14, 2026. The inspection found 1 violation(s).
What critical violations did YOKO-CHO have?
YOKO-CHO 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 28-03 mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 28-03 (NYC Health Code Violation 28-03) 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 28-03 to bacterial contamination and outbreak events. Must be corrected immediately to protect public health.