The Independent Health Inspection Grade
American · 147 West 40th Street, Manhattan, NY 10018
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
11
Last inspection
February 5, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
5 / 6
The Independent currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on February 5, 2026 found 4 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 11 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 3 non-critical
Critical
- Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
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.
- Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
- 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
February 5, 2026
- Date
- February 5, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 11
- Critical points
- 5
- Non-critical points
- 6
- Violations
- 4 (1 critical, 3 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Feb 5, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jul 7, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jan 4, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
The Independent has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: February 2026 and January 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.
The Independent's latest score: 11
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Independent's current NYC health grade?
The Independent currently has a A grade.
When was The Independent last inspected?
The Independent was last inspected on February 5, 2026.
What was The Independent's latest inspection score?
The Independent's latest inspection score was 11 points.
How many violations did The Independent have in its latest inspection?
The Independent had 4 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 3 non-critical violations.
Where is The Independent located?
The Independent is located at 147 West 40th Street in Manhattan, NY 10018.
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: 50084712
Last updated: June 26, 2026