Penguin Ice Cream Health Inspection Grade
Frozen Desserts · 196 Canal Street, Manhattan, NY 10013
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
July 24, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
12 / 0
Penguin Ice Cream currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on July 24, 2025 found 2 violations, including 2 critical violations, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
2 critical · 0 non-critical
Critical
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Latest Inspection Details
July 24, 2025
- Date
- July 24, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 12
- Non-critical points
- 0
- Violations
- 2 (2 critical, 0 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Jul 24, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 16, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Apr 27, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Penguin Ice Cream has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: July 2025 and May 2024. Its latest score was 12, slightly higher than its May 2024 score of 8.
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.
Penguin Ice Cream's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Penguin Ice Cream's current NYC health grade?
Penguin Ice Cream currently has a A grade.
When was Penguin Ice Cream last inspected?
Penguin Ice Cream was last inspected on July 24, 2025.
What was Penguin Ice Cream's latest inspection score?
Penguin Ice Cream's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Penguin Ice Cream have in its latest inspection?
Penguin Ice Cream had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 2 critical violations and 0 non-critical violations.
Where is Penguin Ice Cream located?
Penguin Ice Cream is located at 196 Canal Street in Manhattan, NY 10013.
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: 50081577
Last updated: June 26, 2026