The Independent
The Independent has been inspected three times since 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 5, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
The latest visit found four violations, down from six violations the time before.
When inspectors have written things up, non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
The Independent scores about where you'd expect for a Manhattan restaurant. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Independent last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Independent on file is from Feb 5, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Independent?
Across the inspection record, non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material has been cited three times, more than any other issue at The Independent.
How does The Independent compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?
The Independent most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is about the same as the Manhattan average of 77.
Has The Independent's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at The Independent have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around four violations compared to about six previously.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at The Independent means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is The Independent inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Independent is inspected roughly once per year on average.