DOMINICAN VALLE RESTAURANT in Washington Heights (North)
Latest: GRADE B
Last inspected Feb 19, 2025
📍 1601 SAINT NICHOLAS AVENUE, Manhattan, NY 10040 ·
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Overview
Dominican Valle Restaurant in Washington Heights holds a current Grade B from NYC DOHMH, with an inspection score of 21 points. The restaurant has 4 inspections on record since 2022, including 2 Grade B results, with no emergency closures.
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Inspections on Record
Grade B
Current Grade
DOMINICAN VALLE RESTAURANT in Washington Heights (North): Full Inspection History (4 records)
GRADE B
Feb 19, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 21
Thawing procedure improper.
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hai...
Mar 19, 2024
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 21
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
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.
Non-food contac...
GRADE B
Feb 10, 2023
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 24
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
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.
Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F...
Aug 8, 2022
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 43
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
Insufficient or no hot holding, cold storage or cold holding equipment provided to maintain Time/Temperature Control for Safety Foods (TCS) at required temperatures
Food, su...
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DOMINICAN VALLE RESTAURANT in Washington Heights (North): Frequently Asked Questions
- When was DOMINICAN VALLE RESTAURANT last inspected?
- DOMINICAN VALLE RESTAURANT was last inspected on February 19, 2025 (Grade B). The inspection score was 21 points.
- What is DOMINICAN VALLE RESTAURANT's current health grade?
- DOMINICAN VALLE RESTAURANT currently holds a Grade B. Grade B indicates a score of 14–27 points. The restaurant must post the B grade and schedule a re-inspection.
- How many health inspections has DOMINICAN VALLE RESTAURANT had?
- DOMINICAN VALLE RESTAURANT has 4 health inspections on record from August 2022 through February 2025. Grade B on 2 occasions.
- What was the worst inspection score at DOMINICAN VALLE RESTAURANT?
- The worst inspection score recorded at DOMINICAN VALLE RESTAURANT was 43 points on August 8, 2022. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has DOMINICAN VALLE RESTAURANT ever received a Grade C?
- No. DOMINICAN VALLE RESTAURANT has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.