Van Leeuwen Ice Cream

943 2 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10022
Frozen Desserts
Last inspected: Oct 7, 2024
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

The health department has logged three inspections at Van Leeuwen Ice Cream, the earliest from 2023. Van Leeuwen Ice Cream was last inspected on Oct 7, 2024. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around two violations compared to roughly four violations earlier on.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material”, showing up three times.

Compared to the broader Manhattan restaurant scene, where the average is 77, this is a stronger showing. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

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Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 7, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
06C
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
82
Mar 18, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
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
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
64
Sep 26, 2023
Pre-permit (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
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
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Van Leeuwen Ice Cream last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Van Leeuwen Ice Cream on file is from Oct 7, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Van Leeuwen Ice Cream?

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 Van Leeuwen Ice Cream.

How does Van Leeuwen Ice Cream compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Van Leeuwen Ice Cream most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Van Leeuwen Ice Cream's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Van Leeuwen Ice Cream have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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