NYC Restaurant Closures

3,379 closures by NYC Health Department since November 23, 2007

Overview

NYC Health Department inspectors have issued 3,379 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

CREPE HOUSE

103 DYCKMAN STREET, Manhattan

Closed: May 18, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection Score: 33 points

Critical Violations:

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

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CLOSED

HARLEM AMOR

2082 FREDERICK DOUGLASS BOULEVARD, Manhattan

Closed: May 15, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection Score: 156 points

Critical Violations:

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

MALINA'S KITCHEN

2345 JEROME AVE, Bronx

Closed: May 14, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection Score: 75 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. Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.

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CLOSED

FLOWER BROOK MIFEN HOUSE

44-35 KISSENA BOULEVARD, Queens

Closed: May 14, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection Score: 78 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

HALSEY GRILL TAKEOUT

2912 BEVERLEY RD, Brooklyn

Closed: May 14, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection Score: 38 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

ADOBO MEXICAN GRILL

231-07 MERRICK BOULEVARD, Queens

Closed: May 14, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection Score: 19 points

Critical Violations:

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

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CLOSED

HALAL MUNCHIES

1810 3 AVENUE, Manhattan

Closed: May 13, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection Score: 18 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

MARCELA'S

173 MONTROSE AVENUE, Brooklyn

Closed: May 13, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection Score: 55 points

Critical Violations:

Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

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CLOSED

ADOBO MEXICAN GRILL

231-07 MERRICK BOULEVARD, Queens

Closed: May 12, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection Score: 40 points

Critical Violations:

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

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CLOSED

GYRO EXPRESS

3160 CONEY ISLAND AVENUE, Brooklyn

Closed: May 12, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / 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

TULCINGO RESTAURANT

5520 5 AVENUE, Brooklyn

Closed: May 11, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection Score: 56 points

Critical Violations:

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

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CLOSED

COFFEE WITH MILK

504 NOSTRAND AVENUE, Brooklyn

Closed: May 11, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection Score: 88 points

Critical Violations:

Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses. 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 ...

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CLOSED

CREPE HOUSE

103 DYCKMAN STREET, Manhattan

Closed: May 11, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection Score: 52 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

HALAL MUNCHIES

1810 3 AVENUE, Manhattan

Closed: May 8, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection Score: 82 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

HAO CHI

42-96 MAIN STREET, Queens

Closed: May 7, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection Score: 142 points

Critical Violations:

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests. Sewage disposal system is not provided, improper, inadequate or unapproved. No approved written standard operating procedure for avoiding contamination by refillable returnable containers.

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CLOSED

CROWN FRIED CHICKEN & PIZZA

1263 NOSTRAND AVENUE, Brooklyn

Closed: May 7, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Compliance Inspection Score: 55 points

Critical Violations:

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

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CLOSED

ADOBO MEXICAN GRILL

231-07 MERRICK BOULEVARD, Queens

Closed: May 6, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection Score: 73 points

Critical Violations:

Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

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CLOSED

GYRO EXPRESS

3160 CONEY ISLAND AVENUE, Brooklyn

Closed: May 6, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection Score: 42 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

HAPPY SANDWICH & DRINK

43 HICKS STREET, Brooklyn

Closed: May 6, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection Score: 72 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.

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NYC Restaurant Closures: Frequently Asked Questions

How many NYC restaurants have been closed by the Health Department?
3,379 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.