Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
12
Last inspection
May 1, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
9 / 3
Ding-a-Ling currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on May 1, 2025 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 12 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
Non-Critical
- Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
Latest Inspection Details
May 1, 2025
- Date
- May 1, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 12
- Critical points
- 9
- Non-critical points
- 3
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
May 1, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 25, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jan 20, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Ding-a-Ling has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: May 2025 and January 2023. Its latest score was 12, slightly higher than its January 2023 score of 5.
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.
Ding-a-Ling's latest score: 12
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ding-a-Ling's current NYC health grade?
Ding-a-Ling currently has a A grade.
When was Ding-a-Ling last inspected?
Ding-a-Ling was last inspected on May 1, 2025.
What was Ding-a-Ling's latest inspection score?
Ding-a-Ling's latest inspection score was 12 points.
How many violations did Ding-a-Ling have in its latest inspection?
Ding-a-Ling had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Ding-a-Ling located?
Ding-a-Ling is located at 116th Avenue C in Manhattan, NY 10009.
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: 41705357
Last updated: June 26, 2026