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Current Grade
Current grade
N/A
Latest score
31
Last inspection
October 1, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
25 / 6
The Dawson currently has no posted grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on October 1, 2026 found 5 violations, including 3 critical violations, for a total score of 31 points.
The Dawson does not currently have a posted NYC health grade.
The Dawson was last inspected on October 1, 2026.
The Dawson's latest inspection score was 31 points.
The Dawson had 5 violations in its latest inspection, including 3 critical violations and 2 non-critical violations.
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: 50116471
Last updated: October 30, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
The Dawson received an A grade in its most recent graded cycle inspection in April 2025 with a score of 12.
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.
The Dawson's latest score: 31
Grade range: C
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →The Dawson is located at 23 West 45th Street in Manhattan, NY 10036.
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