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American · 147 West 40th Street, Manhattan, NY 10018
Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
11
Last inspection
February 5, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
5 / 6
The Independent currently has an A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on February 5, 2026 found 4 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 11 points.
The Independent currently has an A grade.
The Independent was last inspected on February 5, 2026.
The Independent's latest inspection score was 11 points.
The Independent had 4 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 3 non-critical violations.
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: 50084712
Last updated: October 30, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
The Independent has received an A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: February 2026 and January 2024. Its latest score remained 11 in both inspections.
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.
The Independent's latest score: 11
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →The Independent is located at 147 West 40th Street in Manhattan, NY 10018.
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