Manhattan, NY — A Wingstop restaurant at 935 8th Avenue in Manhattan was closed by the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) following an inspection conducted on June 9, 2026, in which inspectors recorded a score of 70 points and cited two critical food safety violations. The closure was ordered after violations requiring immediate action were identified at the location. Inspection data was released by DOHMH on June 11, 2026.

What Inspectors Found

Inspectors documented two critical violations during the June 9 visit, both directly related to food safety and sanitation practices.

The first violation, cited under Code 04H, found that raw, cooked, or prepared food was adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with the establishment's Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) plan. HACCP plans are required protocols that food service operators must follow to identify and control biological, chemical, and physical hazards at key points in food handling. A violation of this code indicates that food products were identified as compromised in a manner that posed a potential risk to consumers.

The second violation, cited under Code 06D, found that food contact surfaces — such as preparation equipment, cutting boards, or utensils — were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized after each use and following activities during which contamination may have occurred. Proper sanitation of food contact surfaces is a foundational requirement of commercial food service operations and a key control point in preventing cross-contamination.

Both violations were classified as critical. DOHMH defines critical violations as those most likely to contribute to foodborne illness if left uncorrected. According to the inspection record, violations requiring immediate action were addressed before or as part of the closure process.

Food Safety Context

The violations cited at this location fall under the scope of NYC Health Code Article 81, which governs food service establishments operating within the five boroughs. Article 81 sets standards for food handling, storage, preparation, temperature control, sanitation, and facility maintenance. Compliance with Article 81 requirements is a condition of operating a food service establishment in New York City.

The standards underlying Code 04H and Code 06D are also reflected in the FDA Food Code, a model set of guidelines that forms the basis for many state and local food safety regulations across the country. The FDA Food Code identifies improper food handling and inadequate sanitation of food contact surfaces as among the most significant risk factors for foodborne illness in retail food environments.

When a DOHMH inspection results in an order of closure, the establishment is required to address the conditions that led to the closure before it may reopen. In some cases, a reinspection is conducted to verify that corrective actions have been taken.

Inspection History

The June 9, 2026, inspection represents a significant departure from this location's recent compliance record. Prior inspections on file include:

  • April 2, 2025: Score 13 (Grade A)
  • February 26, 2025: Score 22

The April 2025 inspection resulted in a Grade A, reflecting a score within the 0 to 13 point range that DOHMH associates with its highest compliance tier. The February 2025 inspection produced a score of 22, which falls within the Grade B range under the city's grading system. A score of 70 recorded during the most recent visit represents a substantial increase from the establishment's prior results.

It is not uncommon for inspection scores to vary between cycles. Inspections are unannounced, and conditions at any given visit reflect the state of the establishment at that specific point in time.

Understanding NYC Restaurant Grades

New York City uses a letter grade system to summarize inspection results. Grades are calculated based on the total point value assigned to violations documented during an inspection:

  • Grade A: Score of 0 to 13 points
  • Grade B: Score of 14 to 27 points
  • Grade C: Score of 28 points or higher

A score of 70 places this inspection well within the Grade C range. Under DOHMH procedures, an establishment that scores in the Grade B or C range during an initial inspection may request a re-inspection before a grade is officially posted. During that interval, an operator may post a Grade Pending card in lieu of a letter grade.

Closures can occur at any score level if inspectors identify conditions that present an immediate public health hazard. In those cases, the establishment is required to cease operations until the conditions are corrected.

Consumers can review current and historical inspection data for any permitted food service establishment in New York City through the DOHMH restaurant inspection search tool, available at the NYC Open Data portal. Records include inspection dates, scores, violation codes, and grade status.

More About This Restaurant

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