Van Leeuwen Ice Cream Health Inspection Grade
Frozen Desserts · 61 West Houston Street, Manhattan, NY 10012
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
May 20, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
9 / 3
Van Leeuwen Ice Cream currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on May 20, 2026 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
Non-Critical
- Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
Latest Inspection Details
May 20, 2026
- Date
- May 20, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 9
- Non-critical points
- 3
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
May 20, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 9, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 21, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 24, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Van Leeuwen Ice Cream has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: May 2026 and May 2025. Its latest score was 12, slightly higher than its May 2025 score of 5.
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.
Van Leeuwen Ice Cream's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Van Leeuwen Ice Cream's current NYC health grade?
Van Leeuwen Ice Cream currently has a A grade.
When was Van Leeuwen Ice Cream last inspected?
Van Leeuwen Ice Cream was last inspected on May 20, 2026.
What was Van Leeuwen Ice Cream's latest inspection score?
Van Leeuwen Ice Cream's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Van Leeuwen Ice Cream have in its latest inspection?
Van Leeuwen Ice Cream had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Van Leeuwen Ice Cream located?
Van Leeuwen Ice Cream is located at 61 West Houston Street in Manhattan, NY 10012.
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: 50088412
Last updated: June 26, 2026