NYC Restaurant Closures

3,507 closures by NYC Health Department since November 23, 2007

Overview

NYC Health Department inspectors have issued 3,507 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

BISCOTTI

701 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn

Closed: February 19, 2025 Type: Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection

Critical Violations:

Failure to comply with an order of the Board of Health, Commissioner or Department.

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CLOSED

PASQUALE'S RIGOLETTO RESTAURANT

2311 ARTHUR AVENUE, Bronx

Closed: February 18, 2025 Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection Score: 43 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

NEW ERA RESTAURANT

366 UTICA AVENUE, Brooklyn

Closed: February 14, 2025 Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection Score: 56 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. Evidence of mice or li ...

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CLOSED

EAGLES BAR & GRILL

68-69 FRESH POND ROAD, Queens

Closed: February 13, 2025 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

GLEN PATRICK'S PUB

53-73 65 PLACE, Queens

Closed: February 12, 2025 Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection Score: 57 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. Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered ...

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CLOSED

DILBAR INDIAN CUISINE

248-08 UNION TURNPIKE, Queens

Closed: February 12, 2025 Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection Score: 86 points

Critical Violations:

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

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CLOSED

GINO'S PASTRY SHOP & CAFE

580 EAST 187 STREET, Bronx

Closed: February 12, 2025 Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-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. Establishment is not f ...

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CLOSED

GRACE DELI & CAFE

1018 LEXINGTON AVENUE, Manhattan

Closed: February 11, 2025 Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection Score: 90 points

Critical Violations:

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

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CLOSED

NORIMEN

50 BOWERY, Manhattan

Closed: February 5, 2025 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection Score: 71 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 approved written st ...

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CLOSED

EJ BBQ & SUSHI

168 WEST 25 STREET, Manhattan

Closed: February 4, 2025 Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection Score: 67 points

Critical Violations:

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests. Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored. Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas. Food, supplies, or equipmen ...

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CLOSED

EMPIRE CHINESE

2702 AVENUE U, Brooklyn

Closed: February 4, 2025 Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection Score: 36 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. Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, ra ...

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CLOSED

YUMMY MACHI

2236 FOREST AVENUE, Staten Island

Closed: February 3, 2025 Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection Score: 59 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

JOE COFFEE

186 5 AVENUE, Manhattan

Closed: February 3, 2025 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection Score: 30 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. Toilet facility not provided for employees or for patrons when required. Shared patr ...

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CLOSED

BISCOTTI

701 BEDFORD AVENUE, Brooklyn

Closed: January 31, 2025 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Second Compliance Inspection Score: 50 points

Critical Violations:

Juice packaged on premises with no or incomplete label, no warning statement 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 di ...

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CLOSED

BIG GAY ICE CREAM / COFFEE PROJECT NEW YORK

450 WASHINGTON STREET, Manhattan

Closed: January 31, 2025 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection Score: 19 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. Evidence of mice or li ...

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CLOSED

BOGATIS

108-52 ROOSEVELT AVENUE, Queens

Closed: January 30, 2025 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Compliance 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. Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; in ...

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CLOSED

NAPOLI PIZZA

226 VARICK STREET, Manhattan

Closed: January 30, 2025 Type: Cycle Inspection / Second Compliance Inspection Score: 107 points

Critical Violations:

Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F. Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests. No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, foo ...

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CLOSED

HONG KONG EATS

44-12 KISSENA BOULEVARD, Queens

Closed: January 30, 2025 Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection Score: 58 points

Critical Violations:

Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations. Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas. 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 pack ...

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CLOSED

EL RANCHERO

160-20 46 AVENUE, Queens

Closed: January 28, 2025 Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection Score: 52 points

Critical Violations:

After cooking or removal from hot holding, TCS food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal temperature is reduced from 140 °F to 70 °F or less within 2 hours, and from 70 °F to 41 °F or less within 4 additional hours. Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized ...

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CLOSED

CIVIC DELI

111 WORTH STREET, Manhattan

Closed: January 28, 2025 Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection Score: 70 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. Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive ...

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NYC Restaurant Closures: Frequently Asked Questions

How many NYC restaurants have been closed by the Health Department?
3,507 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.