Brooklyn, NY — Mr. Nosh, a fusion restaurant located at 3323 Avenue N in Brooklyn, was closed by the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) following a health inspection conducted on February 19, 2026. The establishment received a score of 73, significantly exceeding the 28-point threshold for a Grade C rating. Inspectors cited one critical violation, and the restaurant was closed with immediate corrective action required.
The inspection data was released publicly by DOHMH on February 23, 2026.
What Inspectors Found
During the February 19 inspection, DOHMH inspectors documented one critical violation at Mr. Nosh:
- Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F (Violation Code 02B)
TCS stands for Time/Temperature Control for Safety foods — items such as cooked meats, dairy products, cooked vegetables, and prepared dishes that require strict temperature management to prevent the growth of harmful bacteria. Under NYC food safety regulations, hot TCS foods must be maintained at or above 140 °F at all times during holding and service.
When hot foods fall below this temperature threshold, they enter what food safety professionals refer to as the "danger zone" — the range between 41 °F and 140 °F where bacteria such as Salmonella, E. coli, and Clostridium perfringens can multiply rapidly. Depending on the duration and extent of the temperature deviation, this can present a risk of foodborne illness to consumers.
While only one violation was documented during this inspection, the resulting score of 73 points indicates that inspectors assessed the severity of the violation as substantial. The DOHMH scoring system assigns point values based on the nature, extent, and condition of each violation, with critical violations related to food temperature control carrying significant weight.
Following the inspection, DOHMH took the action of closing the establishment, noting that violations were cited and those requiring immediate action were addressed.
Food Safety Context
The temperature requirements for hot TCS foods are established under both NYC Health Code Article 81 and the FDA Food Code, which serves as the model framework for food safety regulations nationwide. These standards are based on decades of scientific research into the conditions that promote bacterial growth in food.
NYC Health Code Article 81 governs the operation of food service establishments throughout the five boroughs and sets specific requirements for food storage, preparation, handling, and holding temperatures. Establishments found in violation of these requirements may face a range of enforcement actions, from point deductions on their inspection score to immediate closure when conditions present an imminent risk to public health.
The decision to close a food establishment is not taken lightly by DOHMH. Closure typically occurs when inspectors determine that conditions at the establishment could pose an immediate threat to the health of consumers. Closed establishments must correct cited violations and pass a re-inspection before they are permitted to reopen to the public.
Inspection History
A review of Mr. Nosh's inspection history reveals that the restaurant had maintained a strong compliance record in prior years before this most recent inspection:
- February 19, 2026: Score 73 (Grade C), closed by DOHMH — critical hot food temperature violation
- 2024-06-26: Score 5 (Grade A)
- 2023-03-29: Score 11 (Grade A)
- 2022-07-28: Score 0
The restaurant's three previous inspections on record showed consistently low scores, including a score of 0 in July 2022, which indicates no violations were found during that inspection. The scores of 5 and 11 in the subsequent years both fell well within the Grade A range of 0 to 13 points.
The significant increase from a score of 5 in June 2024 to a score of 73 in February 2026 represents a notable departure from the establishment's prior performance. It is not uncommon for restaurants with strong track records to experience isolated inspection results that differ from their historical pattern, and a single inspection score does not necessarily reflect the establishment's overall operational standards over time.
Understanding NYC Restaurant Grades
New York City's restaurant grading system, administered by DOHMH, assigns letter grades based on the total violation points accumulated during an inspection:
- Grade A: 0 to 13 points
- Grade B: 14 to 27 points
- Grade C: 28 or more points
Lower scores indicate fewer and less severe violations. Restaurants that receive a Grade B or C on an initial inspection may request a re-inspection or adjudication hearing through the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings (OATH). Grades must be posted in a conspicuous location visible to the public at the restaurant's entrance.
Mr. Nosh's score of 73 placed the establishment well into the Grade C range. The closure action taken by DOHMH is a separate enforcement measure from the grading system and indicates that inspectors identified conditions requiring immediate correction.
Consumers can look up the inspection history of any restaurant in New York City through the DOHMH restaurant inspection database, which is updated regularly and available to the public online. This data is part of New York City's commitment to transparency in public health oversight.
More About This Restaurant
View the full inspection history for Mr. Nosh including all past inspections, violations, and grade changes.