THE DUMPLING COVE

GRADE Z

Monday, June 1, 2026

Overview

THE DUMPLING COVE in Eastchester Edenwald Baychester underwent a NYC health inspection on June 1, 2026 and scored 26 points. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address
1530 EAST 222 STREET
Bronx, NY 10469
Cuisine
Caribbean
Inspection Type
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
6 inspections
2 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 06A

Personal cleanliness inadequate

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.

⚠️ Why This Matters

Poor hygiene transfers pathogens; contaminated clothing spreads bacteria throughout facility

📋 Code Requirements

Clean outer garments; hair restraints; no jewelry; short, clean fingernails; no nail polish

CDC Risk Factor: Poor Personal Hygiene
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.13
Inspector's Action:

Violations were cited in the following area(s).

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THE DUMPLING COVE — Inspection Questions

Did THE DUMPLING COVE pass their NYC health inspection on June 1, 2026?
THE DUMPLING COVE underwent inspection on June 1, 2026 with a score of 26 points. The inspection found 1 violation(s).
What critical violations did THE DUMPLING COVE have?
THE DUMPLING COVE had 1 critical violation(s) during their inspection. Critical violations directly contribute to foodborne illness and must be corrected immediately. These include issues with temperature control, hand washing, cross-contamination, and pest infestations.
What does violation code 06A mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 06A (Personal cleanliness inadequate) is a critical violation. Food workers must maintain high standards of personal cleanliness Poor hygiene transfers pathogens; contaminated clothing spreads bacteria throughout facility