Current Grade
Current grade
N
Latest score
44
Last inspection
February 19, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
33 / 11
87 Ludlow currently has a N grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on February 19, 2026 found 8 violations, including 4 critical violations, for a total score of 44 points.
Latest Violations
4 critical · 4 non-critical
Critical
- Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
- No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
- Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
Non-Critical
- Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
- Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
- Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
February 19, 2026
- Date
- February 19, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- N
- Score
- 44
- Critical points
- 33
- Non-critical points
- 11
- Violations
- 8 (4 critical, 4 non-critical)
Inspection History
2 inspections
Feb 19, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jun 12, 2023
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
87 Ludlow does not yet have enough graded cycle inspections in NYC Open Data to show a grade trend.
What This Grade Means
NYC inspection scores are penalty points. Lower scores are better. A score of 0–13 generally qualifies for an A, 14–27 for a B, and 28+ for a C.
87 Ludlow's latest score: 44
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is 87 Ludlow's current NYC health grade?
87 Ludlow currently has a N grade.
When was 87 Ludlow last inspected?
87 Ludlow was last inspected on February 19, 2026.
What was 87 Ludlow's latest inspection score?
87 Ludlow's latest inspection score was 44 points.
How many violations did 87 Ludlow have in its latest inspection?
87 Ludlow had 8 violations in its latest inspection, including 4 critical violations and 4 non-critical violations.
Where is 87 Ludlow located?
87 Ludlow is located at 87 Ludlow Street in Manhattan, NY 10002.
Data source: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene restaurant inspection data via NYC Open Data. Inspection results may change as new inspections, reinspections, or adjudications are posted.
Restaurant ID: 50129113
Last updated: July 3, 2026