VAN LEEUWEN ICE CREAM in Brooklyn
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected May 21, 2026
📍 445 GOLD STREET, Brooklyn, NY 11201
Overview
Van Leeuwen Ice Cream at 445 Gold Street in Brooklyn has not yet been graded by NYC DOHMH. The restaurant has no inspection records on file and no emergency closures on record.
11
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
6
Grade A Inspections
VAN LEEUWEN ICE CREAM in Brooklyn: Full Inspection History (11 records)
GRADE A
May 21, 2026
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 12
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.
Violations:
04J
May 21, 2026
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
“Choking first aid” poster not posted. “Alcohol and Pregnancy” warning sign not posted. Resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
Violations:
20-04
GRADE A
May 21, 2026
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 12
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.
Violations:
04J
May 21, 2026
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
“Choking first aid” poster not posted. “Alcohol and Pregnancy” warning sign not posted. Resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
Violations:
20-04
GRADE A
May 21, 2026
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 12
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.
Violations:
04J
May 21, 2026
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
“Choking first aid” poster not posted. “Alcohol and Pregnancy” warning sign not posted. Resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
Violations:
20-04
GRADE A
May 21, 2026
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 12
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.
Violations:
04J
May 21, 2026
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
“Choking first aid” poster not posted. “Alcohol and Pregnancy” warning sign not posted. Resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
Violations:
20-04
GRADE A
May 21, 2026
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 12
Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
Violations:
02G
May 21, 2026
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
“Choking first aid” poster not posted. “Alcohol and Pregnancy” warning sign not posted. Resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessib...
GRADE A
May 21, 2026
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 12
Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
“Choking first aid” poster not posted. “Alcohol and Pregn...
VAN LEEUWEN ICE CREAM in Brooklyn: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was VAN LEEUWEN ICE CREAM last inspected?
- VAN LEEUWEN ICE CREAM was last inspected on May 21, 2026 (Grade A). The inspection score was 12 points.
- What is VAN LEEUWEN ICE CREAM's current health grade?
- VAN LEEUWEN ICE CREAM currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many health inspections has VAN LEEUWEN ICE CREAM had?
- VAN LEEUWEN ICE CREAM has 11 health inspections on record. The restaurant received Grade A on 6 occasions.
- What was the worst inspection score at VAN LEEUWEN ICE CREAM?
- The worst inspection score recorded at VAN LEEUWEN ICE CREAM was 12 points on May 21, 2026. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has VAN LEEUWEN ICE CREAM ever received a Grade C?
- No. VAN LEEUWEN ICE CREAM has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.