Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
10
Last inspection
March 24, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
6 / 4
Dolly Varden currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on March 24, 2026 found 3 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 10 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 2 non-critical
Critical
- Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
Non-Critical
- Mechanical or natural ventilation not provided, inadequate, improperly installed, in disrepair or fails to prevent and control excessive build-up of grease, heat, steam condensation, vapors, odors, smoke or fumes.
- Single service article not provided. Single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. Drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
Latest Inspection Details
March 24, 2026
- Date
- March 24, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 10
- Critical points
- 6
- Non-critical points
- 4
- Violations
- 3 (1 critical, 2 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Mar 24, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 23, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Sep 28, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Dolly Varden has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: March 2026 and October 2024. Its latest score was 10, lower than its October 2024 score of 13.
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.
Dolly Varden's latest score: 10
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dolly Varden's current NYC health grade?
Dolly Varden currently has a A grade.
When was Dolly Varden last inspected?
Dolly Varden was last inspected on March 24, 2026.
What was Dolly Varden's latest inspection score?
Dolly Varden's latest inspection score was 10 points.
How many violations did Dolly Varden have in its latest inspection?
Dolly Varden had 3 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 2 non-critical violations.
Where is Dolly Varden located?
Dolly Varden is located at 302 West 51st Street in Manhattan, NY 10019.
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: 40679269
Last updated: June 26, 2026