Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
10
Last inspection
January 23, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
7 / 3
Dragon King J currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on January 23, 2026 found 2 violations, including 1 critical violation, for a total score of 10 points.
Latest Violations
1 critical · 1 non-critical
Critical
- 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-Critical
- 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.
Latest Inspection Details
January 23, 2026
- Date
- January 23, 2026
- Type
- Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 10
- Critical points
- 7
- Non-critical points
- 3
- Violations
- 2 (1 critical, 1 non-critical)
Inspection History
1 inspection
Jan 23, 2026
Inspection Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Grade Trend
Dragon King J received a A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in January 2026 with a score of 10.
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.
Dragon King J's latest score: 10
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dragon King J's current NYC health grade?
Dragon King J currently has a A grade.
When was Dragon King J last inspected?
Dragon King J was last inspected on January 23, 2026.
What was Dragon King J's latest inspection score?
Dragon King J's latest inspection score was 10 points.
How many violations did Dragon King J have in its latest inspection?
Dragon King J had 2 violations in its latest inspection, including 1 critical violation and 1 non-critical violation.
Where is Dragon King J located?
Dragon King J is located at 2234 1st Avenue in Manhattan, NY 10029.
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: 50179692
Last updated: July 3, 2026