87 Ludlow

87 Ludlow Street, Manhattan, NY 10002

Fusion

Last inspected: Feb 19, 2026

Score

High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

There aren't many inspections to draw from yet: just two so far. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 19, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

Compared to the prior visit, inspectors found more to write up: eight violations versus three before.

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

87 Ludlow's latest score of 45 falls below the Manhattan average of 77. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 19, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations. 4 minor violations.

View 8 violations

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.

05D

Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04K

Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

06E

Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

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.

10F

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.

09C

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

Jun 12, 2023

Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

08C

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Frequently Asked Questions

When was 87 Ludlow last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at 87 Ludlow on file is from Feb 19, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at 87 Ludlow?

Across the inspection record, establishment is not free of harborage or conditions has been cited two times, more than any other issue at 87 Ludlow.

How does 87 Ludlow compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

87 Ludlow most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has 87 Ludlow's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at 87 Ludlow have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about three per visit to around eight more recently.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at 87 Ludlow means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

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