Van Leeuwen Ice Cream

61 West Houston Street, Manhattan, NY 10012
Frozen Desserts
Last inspected: May 9, 2025
90
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Across the available record, Van Leeuwen Ice Cream has three inspections on file, the first dated 2023. Van Leeuwen Ice Cream was last inspected on May 9, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, with around two violations found each time.

Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Manhattan restaurant scores 77. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 9, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke or fumes.
10D
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
90
Mar 21, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-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
Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke or fumes.
10D
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
78
May 24, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
82

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 May 9, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

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

Across the inspection record, mechanical or natural ventilation not provided has been cited two 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 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

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

Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Van Leeuwen Ice Cream have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around two per visit.

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.

How often is Van Leeuwen Ice Cream inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Van Leeuwen Ice Cream is inspected around two times per year on average.