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American Restaurant

The Independent

Quaint, classy hangout with a vintage vibe presenting craft cocktails, local beers, and diverse dishes.

Closed · Opens 11:30 AM
147 West 40 Street, Manhattan 10018
Dine-In · Takeout · Delivery
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Inspected Feb 5, 2026
What to order: Sweet Potato Croquettes · Pull‑apart Brioche · Bourbon Barbecue Shrimp Tacos
Heads up:slow service at peak times
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Safety notes

From the Feb 5, 2026 health inspection. Lower-priority items are listed after the serious ones.

Safety notes:4
  • CriticalFood surfaces not sanitized

    Food surfaces weren't washed and sanitized between uses.

  • MinorDirty surfaces or equipment

    Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.

  • MinorHard-to-clean food surfaces

    Food surfaces are too worn or badly built to be properly cleaned.

  • MinorPlumbing or drainage issues

    Plumbing issues: poor drainage, backflow risk, or wastewater handled improperly.

Hours

Monday
11:30 AM - 12 AM
Tuesday
11:30 AM - 1 AM
Wednesday
11:30 AM - 1 AM
Thursday
11:30 AM - 1 AM
Friday
11:30 AM - 1 AM
Saturday
11:30 AM - 1 AM
Sunday
1 PM - 12 AM