NYC Restaurant Closures

3,505 closures by NYC Health Department since November 23, 2007

Overview

NYC Health Department inspectors have issued 3,505 emergency closure orders since 2007. 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

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

NYC MUNCHIES

1398 NOSTRAND AVENUE, Brooklyn

Closed: April 16, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection Score: 12 points

Critical Violations:

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

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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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CLOSED

86 GOLDEN BAY RESTAURANT

2144 86 STREET, Brooklyn

Closed: April 14, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection Score: 68 points

Critical Violations:

Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor. No hand washing facili ...

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CLOSED

JAY & SON LATIN FLAVOR

879 BROADWAY, Brooklyn

Closed: April 13, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection Score: 200 points

Critical Violations:

Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan. Sewage disposal system is not provided, improper, inadequate or unapproved. Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

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CLOSED

EL RINCON DE MACON

522 NOSTRAND AVENUE, Brooklyn

Closed: April 13, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection Score: 76 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

LA GULI PASTRY SHOP

29-15 DITMARS BOULEVARD, Queens

Closed: April 13, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection Score: 33 points

Critical Violations:

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

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CLOSED

CARIBBEAN FLAME CUISINE

126-08 111 AVENUE, Queens

Closed: April 10, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection Score: 82 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

% ARABICA

37 WEST 54 STREET, Manhattan

Closed: April 10, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection Score: 11 points

Critical Violations:

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

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CLOSED

LAILAS

8530 3 AVENUE, Brooklyn

Closed: April 9, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection Score: 13 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.

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CLOSED

LA GULI PASTRY SHOP

29-15 DITMARS BOULEVARD, Queens

Closed: April 8, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection Score: 38 points

Critical Violations:

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

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CLOSED

BLEND SALAD & JUICE BAR

1310 78 STREET, Brooklyn

Closed: April 8, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection Score: 33 points

Critical Violations:

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

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CLOSED

EL PASO

35-64 95 STREET, Queens

Closed: April 8, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection Score: 56 points

Critical Violations:

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

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CLOSED

NYC MUNCHIES

1398 NOSTRAND AVENUE, Brooklyn

Closed: April 8, 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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NYC Restaurant Closures: Frequently Asked Questions

How many NYC restaurants have been closed by the Health Department?
3,505 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 2007.
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.