LINDENS in SoHo Little Italy Hudson Square
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Apr 9, 2026
Overview
LINDENS in SoHo holds a current Grade Z from NYC DOHMH, based on 6 inspections between 2023 and 2026. The restaurant previously received Grade A on 2 inspections but is not currently operating under a valid health grade.
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Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
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Grade A Inspections
LINDENS in SoHo Little Italy Hudson Square: Full Inspection History (7 records)
GRADE A
Apr 9, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 5
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
Violations:
06A
Feb 25, 2026
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted
Violations:
20-06
Feb 25, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 19
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.
GRADE Z
Nov 12, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 42
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Shellfish not from approved source, not or improperly tagged/labeled; tags not retained for 90 days.
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions con...
Oct 2, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 41
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies includ...
GRADE A
Jun 3, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 9
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized aft...
GRADE A
Feb 3, 2023
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 7
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.
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and fo...
LINDENS in SoHo Little Italy Hudson Square: News Coverage (1)
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LINDENS in SoHo Little Italy Hudson Square: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was LINDENS last inspected?
- LINDENS was last inspected on April 9, 2026 (Grade A). The inspection score was 5 points.
- What is LINDENS's current health grade?
- LINDENS currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many health inspections has LINDENS had?
- LINDENS has 7 health inspections on record from February 2023 through April 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 3 occasions.
- What was the worst inspection score at LINDENS?
- The worst inspection score recorded at LINDENS was 42 points on November 12, 2025. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has LINDENS ever received a Grade C?
- No. LINDENS has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.