Upper East Side Gastropub Shuttered Over 113 Health Violations
City health inspectors shuttered The Spotted Dog at 1154 First Ave after a health inspection tallying 113 violation points, citing rats, flies, improper food temperatures and other hazards. The restaurant, which hosts a Culture In A Bowl pop-up, lacked a certified food protection manager on site and allowed staff to eat or smoke in prep areas. It must fix all violations before reopening; it previously closed in March 2025.