Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
7
Last inspection
March 27, 2025
Critical / non-critical points
5 / 2
Darling currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on March 27, 2025 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 7 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
Non-Critical
- Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
Latest Inspection Details
March 27, 2025
- Date
- March 27, 2025
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 7
- Critical points
- 5
- Non-critical points
- 2
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
3 inspections
Mar 27, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
May 14, 2024
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Oct 28, 2022
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Darling has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: March 2025 and October 2022. Its latest score was 7, slightly higher than its October 2022 score of 2.
What This Grade Means
NYC inspection scores are penalty points. Lower scores are better. A score of 0–13 generally qualifies for an A, 14–27 for a B, and 28+ for a C.
Darling's latest score: 7
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Darling's current NYC health grade?
Darling currently has a A grade.
When was Darling last inspected?
Darling was last inspected on March 27, 2025.
What was Darling's latest inspection score?
Darling's latest inspection score was 7 points.
How many violations did Darling have in its latest inspection?
Darling had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Darling located?
Darling is located at 36 Central Park South in Manhattan, NY 10019.
Data source: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene restaurant inspection data via NYC Open Data. Inspection results may change as new inspections, reinspections, or adjudications are posted.
Restaurant ID: 50113281
Last updated: July 3, 2026