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NYC Restaurant Closures

3,385 closures by NYC Health Department since November 23, 2007

Overview

NYC Health Department inspectors have issued 3,385 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

NOTA BENE

282 BRIGHTON BEACH AVENUE, Brooklyn

Closed: February 5, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection Score: 74 points

Critical Violations:

Thawing procedure improper. Contract with a pest management professional not in place. Record of extermination activities not kept on premises. 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

HOME OF ASTORIA (HOA)

28-49 STEINWAY STREET, Queens

Closed: February 5, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection Score: 3 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

EARTHBAR @ EQUINOX

100 10 AVENUE, Manhattan

Closed: February 4, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection Score: 33 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

1313 CAFE & JUICE BAR

111-18 101 AVENUE, Queens

Closed: February 4, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection Score: 28 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

KABAB TOWN

77D BAXTER ST, Manhattan

Closed: February 3, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection Score: 53 points

Critical Violations:

Food, prohibited, from unapproved or unknown source, home canned or home prepared. Animal slaughtered, butchered or dressed (eviscerated, skinned) in establishment. Reduced Oxygen Packaged (ROP) fish not frozen before processing. ROP food prepared on premises transported to another site.

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CLOSED

CURRENT COFFEE

217 EAST 29 STREET, Manhattan

Closed: February 3, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Second Compliance Inspection Score: 41 points

Critical Violations:

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

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CLOSED

BK COFFEE DELI

77 VARET STREET, Brooklyn

Closed: February 2, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection Score: 138 points

Critical Violations:

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

1313 CAFE & JUICE BAR

111-18 101 AVENUE, Queens

Closed: January 31, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection Score: 88 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. Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, ...

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CLOSED

GREAT TASTE USA

33 CATHERINE STREET, Manhattan

Closed: January 30, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection Score: 42 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, prohibited, from unapproved or unknown source, home canned o ...

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CLOSED

CARIBBEAN CRAVE RESTAURANT

110-16 MERRICK BOULEVARD, Queens

Closed: January 28, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection Score: 131 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

CAFE POBEDA

5610 NEW UTRECHT AVENUE, Brooklyn

Closed: January 28, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection Score: 67 points

Critical Violations:

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

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CLOSED

SWEETEA

167 MADISON AVENUE, Manhattan

Closed: January 28, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection Score: 72 points

Critical Violations:

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas. Contract with a pest management professional not in place. Record of extermination activities not kept on premises.

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CLOSED

RAINHAS

108-01 NORTHERN BOULEVARD, Queens

Closed: January 28, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection Score: 52 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

GIOVANNI'S

76 EAST 167 STREET, Bronx

Closed: January 27, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection Score: 56 points

Critical Violations:

Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained. Nuisance created or allowed to exist. Facility not free from unsafe, hazardous, offensive or annoying condition.

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CLOSED

HOME OF ASTORIA (HOA)

28-49 STEINWAY STREET, Queens

Closed: January 23, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection Score: 53 points

Critical Violations:

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

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CLOSED

YUMMY 88

130 WILSON AVENUE, Brooklyn

Closed: January 23, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection Score: 19 points

Critical Violations:

Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.

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CLOSED

MR LUOS NOODLES

41-12 COLLEGE POINT BOULEVARD, Queens

Closed: January 22, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection Score: 76 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. Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with p ...

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CLOSED

SWEET TOOTH

18-47 COLLEGE POINT BOULEVARD, Queens

Closed: January 22, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Compliance Inspection Score: 45 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

MASALA HARBOR

323 VICTORY BOULEVARD, Staten Island

Closed: January 21, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection Score: 51 points

Critical Violations:

Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area. Lighting fixture located over, by or within food storage, preparation, service or display facility, and facility where utensils and equipment are cleaned and stored, which may shatter due to extreme heat, temperature changes or accidental contact; no ...

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CLOSED

EL SAZON / JOEY BATS

5 HUDSON STREET, Manhattan

Closed: January 21, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection Score: 113 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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NYC Restaurant Closures: Frequently Asked Questions

How many NYC restaurants have been closed by the Health Department?
3,385 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.
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Data sourced directly from NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene