Dolores

397 Tompkins Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11216
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Apr 15, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Dolores has only two inspections on file, a thin record to work from. The most recent report on file is from Apr 15, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around four violations to closer to two violations per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

The city-wide average for Brooklyn sits at 77, putting Dolores on the better side of that line. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

2
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 15, 2026
Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
06C
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
82
Jan 21, 2026
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations.
View 4 violations
Food contact surface, refillable, reusable containers, or equipment improperly constructed, placed or maintained. unacceptable material used. culinary sink or other acceptable method not provided for washing food.
05C
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
06A
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.
02G
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
06C
55

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dolores last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dolores on file is from Apr 15, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Dolores?

Across the inspection record, “food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Dolores.

How does Dolores compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Dolores most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Dolores' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Dolores have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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