The Dumpling Cove

1530 East 222 Street, Bronx, NY 10469
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: May 21, 2025
52
Score
High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Inspectors have visited The Dumpling Cove four times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from May 21, 2025. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near five violations each time.

“Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

That's lower than the typical Bronx restaurant, which scores around 77. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

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Inspections
4
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 21, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
4 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
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
52
Mar 31, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of tcs foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.
04J
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
50
Jan 8, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
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
78
Nov 28, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
4 critical violations.
View 4 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry is worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
06A
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.
04H
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Dumpling Cove last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Dumpling Cove on file is from May 21, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Dumpling Cove?

Across the inspection record, “hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at The Dumpling Cove.

How does The Dumpling Cove compare to other restaurants in Bronx?

The Dumpling Cove most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Bronx average of 77.

Has The Dumpling Cove's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Dumpling Cove have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at The Dumpling Cove means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is The Dumpling Cove inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Dumpling Cove is inspected around two times per year on average.