NYC Restaurant Closures

3,384 closures by NYC Health Department since November 23, 2007

Overview

NYC Health Department inspectors have issued 3,384 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

CREME CUISINE

1031 EAST 92 STREET, Brooklyn

Closed: February 27, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection Score: 51 points

Critical Violations:

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

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CLOSED

EIM KHAO MUN KAI

129 2 AVENUE, Manhattan

Closed: February 27, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection Score: 40 points

Critical Violations:

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

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CLOSED

THE KING OF TACO

90-17 31 AVENUE, Queens

Closed: February 26, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Compliance Inspection Score: 61 points

Critical Violations:

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests. Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

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CLOSED

SU & GAO

4824 8 AVENUE, Brooklyn

Closed: February 26, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection Score: 120 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

SWEET TOOTH

18-47 COLLEGE POINT BOULEVARD, Queens

Closed: February 25, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection Score: 23 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. Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects o ...

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CLOSED

AICHA ORGANIC JUICE BAR

2960 3 AVENUE, Bronx

Closed: February 25, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection Score: 39 points

Critical Violations:

Toilet facility not provided for employees or for patrons when required. Shared patron-employee toilet accessed through kitchen, food prep or storage area or utensil washing area.

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CLOSED

CASA BLANCA RESTAURANT

155 LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Staten Island

Closed: February 25, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / 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

KENNEDY CHICKEN

78 WESTCHESTER SQUARE, Bronx

Closed: February 25, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection Score: 59 points

Critical Violations:

Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used. Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, se ...

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CLOSED

ANJAPPAR

116 LEXINGTON AVENUE, Manhattan

Closed: February 24, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection Score: 30 points

Critical Violations:

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

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CLOSED

CAFE 48

212-09 48 AVENUE, Queens

Closed: February 24, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection Score: 28 points

Critical Violations:

Single service article not provided. Single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. Drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.

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CLOSED

BROOKLYN ROASTING COMPANY

1 UNIVERSITY PLAZA, Brooklyn

Closed: February 20, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection Score: 85 points

Critical Violations:

Insufficient or no hot holding, cold storage or cold holding equipment provided to maintain Time/Temperature Control for Safety Foods (TCS) at required temperatures

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CLOSED

THE SCULPT CAFE

1584 RICHMOND ROAD, Staten Island

Closed: February 20, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection Score: 43 points

Critical Violations:

Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of TCS foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.

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CLOSED

SABOR RESTAURANT & BAKERY

141 FLUSHING AVENUE, Brooklyn

Closed: February 19, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection Score: 50 points

Critical Violations:

Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

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CLOSED

ANSA COFFEE

101 THOMPSON STREET, Manhattan

Closed: February 19, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection Score: 60 points

Critical Violations:

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

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CLOSED

WANT ITALY PASTA & GO

185 GREENWICH STREET, Manhattan

Closed: February 19, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection Score: 38 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

MR. NOSH

3323 AVENUE N, Brooklyn

Closed: February 19, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection Score: 73 points

Critical Violations:

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

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CLOSED

CAFE 48

212-09 48 AVENUE, Queens

Closed: February 19, 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. 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 undern ...

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CLOSED

LUCKY CHIX

1533 MYRTLE AVENUE, Brooklyn

Closed: February 19, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection Score: 41 points

Critical Violations:

Insufficient or no hot holding, cold storage or cold holding equipment provided to maintain Time/Temperature Control for Safety Foods (TCS) at required temperatures Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, ...

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CLOSED

EIM KHAO MUN KAI

129 2 AVENUE, Manhattan

Closed: February 19, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection Score: 41 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. Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable mate ...

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CLOSED

NEW THRIVING RESTAURANT

120-12 LIBERTY AVENUE, Queens

Closed: February 19, 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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NYC Restaurant Closures: Frequently Asked Questions

How many NYC restaurants have been closed by the Health Department?
3,384 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.