DOC WATSONS in Upper East Side Lenox Hill Roosevelt Island

Latest: GRADE A Last inspected Aug 28, 2025
📍 1490 2 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY 10075  ·  🍽️ American  ·  🚇 86th Street-Lexington
Overview

Doc Watsons on the Upper East Side holds a Grade A from NYC DOHMH, with a score of 11 points on its most recent inspection. The American restaurant has 3 inspections on record dating back to 2023, all resulting in Grade A ratings, with no emergency closures.

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Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
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Grade A Inspection

DOC WATSONS in Upper East Side Lenox Hill Roosevelt Island: Full Inspection History (3 records)

Aug 28, 2025 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 29
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas. Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan. Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly...
Violations: 04L 04H 10F 04M 10B 06D 08A 04N
Aug 10, 2023 — Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 27
Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient. 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 s...
Violations: 10G 10F 06D 02G 06E
GRADE A May 11, 2023 — Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 11
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests. Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Violations: 08A 04L
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DOC WATSONS in Upper East Side Lenox Hill Roosevelt Island: Frequently Asked Questions

When was DOC WATSONS last inspected?
DOC WATSONS was last inspected on August 28, 2025 (Grade A). The inspection score was 29 points.
What is DOC WATSONS's current health grade?
DOC WATSONS currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
How many health inspections has DOC WATSONS had?
DOC WATSONS has 3 health inspections on record from May 2023 through August 2025. The restaurant received Grade A on 1 occasion.
What was the worst inspection score at DOC WATSONS?
The worst inspection score recorded at DOC WATSONS was 29 points on August 28, 2025. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
Has DOC WATSONS ever received a Grade C?
No. DOC WATSONS has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.