Hudson Clearwater

447 Hudson Street, Manhattan, NY 10014

French

Last inspected: May 4, 2026

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

The health department has logged seven inspections at Hudson Clearwater, the earliest from 2022. The most recent report on file is from May 4, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

When inspectors have written things up, “anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Manhattan restaurants. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

May 4, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.

04M

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.

10B

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

08A

Dec 19, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

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Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.

04M

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

08A

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

Jun 6, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.

04H

10B

Mar 9, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.

04H

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

09C

10F

Dec 6, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Compliance Inspection

1 minor violation.

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10F

Nov 15, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation.

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Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.

04N

Apr 12, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

5 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

Hot food item not held at or above 140º f.

02B

Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.

04H

Food protection certificate not held by supervisor of food operations.

04A

Hand washing facility not provided in or near food preparation area and toilet room. hot and cold running water at adequate pressure to enable cleanliness of employees not provided at facility. soap and an acceptable hand-drying device not provided.

05D

Thawing procedures improper.

09B

Plumbing not properly installed or maintained; anti-siphonage or backflow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly.

10B

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hudson Clearwater last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hudson Clearwater on file is from May 4, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hudson Clearwater?

Across the inspection record, “anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Hudson Clearwater.

How does Hudson Clearwater compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Hudson Clearwater most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Hudson Clearwater's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Hudson Clearwater have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Hudson Clearwater means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Hudson Clearwater inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Hudson Clearwater is inspected around two times per year on average.

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