Dolly Varden

302 West 51 Street, Manhattan, NY 10019

American

Last inspected: Mar 24, 2026

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Dolly Varden has been inspected three times since 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 24, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near three violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “establishment is not free of harborage or conditions”, which has been cited two times.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Manhattan restaurants. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 24, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

06F

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.

10H

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.

10D

Oct 23, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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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 include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.

04N

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.

10B

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Sep 28, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

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Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.

04H

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.

10F

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dolly Varden last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dolly Varden on file is from Mar 24, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Dolly Varden?

Across the inspection record, “establishment is not free of harborage or conditions” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Dolly Varden.

How does Dolly Varden compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Dolly Varden most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Dolly Varden's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Dolly Varden have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Dolly Varden means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Dolly Varden inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Dolly Varden is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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