Van Leeuwen Ice Cream

432 3 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10016
Frozen Desserts
Last inspected: Jan 9, 2026
78
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Across the available record, Van Leeuwen Ice Cream has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. On Jan 9, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.

Across the inspection history, “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

The city-wide average is 77, putting Van Leeuwen Ice Cream squarely in typical territory. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 9, 2026
Cycle Inspection / 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
Dec 9, 2024
Cycle Inspection / 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
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
10E
78
May 17, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
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
Jan 31, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of tcs foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.
04J
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
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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 Jan 9, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

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

Across the inspection record, “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” 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 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Manhattan average of 77.

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

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Van Leeuwen Ice Cream have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent 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.

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.