Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
11
Last inspection
May 29, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
7 / 4
Little Canal currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on May 29, 2025 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 11 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- 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.
Non-Critical
- 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.
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
May 29, 2025
- Date
- May 29, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 11
- Critical points
- 7
- Non-critical points
- 4
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
May 29, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Feb 16, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Dec 21, 2022
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Little Canal has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: May 2025 and February 2024. Its latest score remained 11 in both inspections.
What This Grade Means
NYC inspection scores are penalty points. Lower scores are better. A score of 0–13 generally qualifies for an A, 14–27 for a B, and 28+ for a C.
Little Canal's latest score: 11
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Little Canal's current NYC health grade?
Little Canal currently has a A grade.
When was Little Canal last inspected?
Little Canal was last inspected on May 29, 2025.
What was Little Canal's latest inspection score?
Little Canal's latest inspection score was 11 points.
How many violations did Little Canal have in its latest inspection?
Little Canal had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Little Canal located?
Little Canal is located at 26 Canal Street in Manhattan, NY 10002.
Data source: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene restaurant inspection data via NYC Open Data. Inspection results may change as new inspections, reinspections, or adjudications are posted.
Restaurant ID: 50051704
Last updated: June 26, 2026