NYC Restaurant Closures

3,252 closures by NYC Health Department since May 7, 2008

Overview

NYC Health Department inspectors have issued 3,252 emergency closure orders since 2008. Closures occur when inspectors find conditions that pose an immediate public health hazard — such as active pest infestations, sewage backup, or unsafe food temperatures. Restaurants must pass a re-inspection before reopening.

CLOSED

ASHOKA GRILL

1436 FLATBUSH AVENUE, Brooklyn

Closed: April 22, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection Score: 62 points

Critical Violations:

Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.

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CLOSED

Chilo's

323 FRANKLIN AVENUE, Brooklyn

Closed: April 22, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection Score: 63 points

Critical Violations:

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.

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CLOSED

SUTTON CAFE

1026 FIRST AVENUE, Manhattan

Closed: April 22, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection Score: 15 points

Critical Violations:

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

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CLOSED

FIVE IRON GOLF

1681 3 AVENUE, Manhattan

Closed: April 21, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection Score: 13 points

Critical Violations:

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

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CLOSED

ALCANTARA 05 RESTAURANT

1738 ZEREGA AVENUE, Bronx

Closed: April 21, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection Score: 66 points

Critical Violations:

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.

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CLOSED

TSAOCAA / BB.Q CHICKEN

773 59 STREET, Brooklyn

Closed: April 21, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection Score: 47 points

Critical Violations:

Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

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CLOSED

98K CHICKEN & BURGERS

2114 NOSTRAND AVENUE, Brooklyn

Closed: April 21, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection Score: 70 points

Critical Violations:

Sewage disposal system is not provided, improper, inadequate or unapproved.

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CLOSED

ZARA PIZZA

84 HESTER STREET, Manhattan

Closed: April 20, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection Score: 55 points

Critical Violations:

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas. Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly dispos ...

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CLOSED

MALA PANDA / GINZA DON

105 WEST 27 STREET, Manhattan

Closed: April 20, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection Score: 130 points

Critical Violations:

Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

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CLOSED

MEAT UP

22 OLD FULTON STREET, Brooklyn

Closed: April 20, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection Score: 56 points

Critical Violations:

Food contact surface, refillable, reusable containers, or equipment improperly constructed, placed or maintained. Unacceptable material used. Culinary sink or other acceptable method not provided for washing food.

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CLOSED

JING JIANG SEAFOOD RESTAURANT

4619 8 AVENUE, Brooklyn

Closed: April 20, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection Score: 62 points

Critical Violations:

No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or accepta ...

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CLOSED

COMMUNE

415 CLASSON AVENUE, Brooklyn

Closed: April 17, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection Score: 108 points

Critical Violations:

Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of. Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized aft ...

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CLOSED

SUTTON CAFE

1026 FIRST AVENUE, Manhattan

Closed: April 17, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection Score: 40 points

Critical Violations:

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred. Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility ...

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CLOSED

L'ORO ESPRESSO BAR

21-75 35 STREET, Queens

Closed: April 17, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection Score: 61 points

Critical Violations:

No approved written standard operating procedure for avoiding contamination by refillable returnable containers.

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CLOSED

HALAL KRISPY FRIED CHICKEN AND PIZZA

179-33 HILLSIDE AVENUE, Queens

Closed: April 16, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection Score: 112 points

Critical Violations:

Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used. Contract with a pest management professional not in place. Record of extermination activities not kept on premises. Hot TCS food item not ...

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CLOSED

NAKAMURA

172 DELANCEY STREET, Manhattan

Closed: April 16, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection Score: 96 points

Critical Violations:

HACCP plan not approved or approved HACCP plan not maintained on premises.

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CLOSED

YUNNAN RICE NOODLE HOUSE

36-50 MAIN STREET, Queens

Closed: April 16, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection Score: 79 points

Critical Violations:

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. Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided wher ...

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CLOSED

SUBWAY

132-40 METROPOLITAN AVENUE, Queens

Closed: April 15, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection Score: 54 points

Critical Violations:

Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan. Food allergy information poster not conspicuously posted where food is being prepared or processed by food workers. Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed ...

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CLOSED

X FACTORY

1105 QUENTIN ROAD, Brooklyn

Closed: April 15, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection Score: 59 points

Critical Violations:

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.

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CLOSED

FIVE IRON GOLF

1681 3 AVENUE, Manhattan

Closed: April 15, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection Score: 48 points

Critical Violations:

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

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NYC Restaurant Closures: Frequently Asked Questions

How many NYC restaurants have been closed by the Health Department?
3,252 NYC restaurants have been closed by the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene for critical health violations.
Why does NYC Health close a restaurant?
NYC Health closes restaurants when inspectors find conditions that pose an immediate public health hazard — such as evidence of pests, sewage backup, lack of refrigeration, or imminent danger of food contamination. Closures require correction before reopening.
Can a closed restaurant reopen?
Yes. A closed restaurant must correct all conditions that led to closure and pass a re-inspection by NYC DOHMH before it can reopen. Re-inspections typically occur within 1–3 days.
How current is this NYC restaurant closure data?
This data is sourced from NYC DOHMH and updated daily. It includes all inspection records since 2008.
What health violations cause a restaurant closure?
Critical violations that can trigger closure include: live rats or mice, cockroaches in food prep areas, sewage backup, lack of running hot water, inadequate refrigeration causing unsafe food temperatures, and other imminent public health hazards.