NYC Restaurant Closures

3,252 closures by NYC Health Department since May 7, 2008

Overview

NYC Health Department inspectors have issued 3,252 emergency closure orders since 2008. 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

101 APizza

127-26 101 AVENUE, Queens

Closed: March 9, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection Score: 45 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

LOS DOS MIXTECAS

1285 CASTLETON AVENUE, Staten Island

Closed: March 7, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection Score: 68 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

BONAFINI

663 FLATBUSH AVENUE, Brooklyn

Closed: March 7, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection Score: 75 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. Food contact surface, ...

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CLOSED

THE LUTHERAN HALAL CAFE

5121 2 AVENUE, Brooklyn

Closed: March 6, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection Score: 63 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 Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, u ...

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CLOSED

EL MEXICANO RESTAURANT

2102 EAST 15 STREET, Brooklyn

Closed: March 5, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection Score: 69 points

Critical Violations:

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

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CLOSED

COUNTER & BODEGA

216 7 AVENUE, Manhattan

Closed: March 5, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection Score: 44 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. Food contact surface n ...

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CLOSED

Moon Star

172-16 46 AVENUE, Queens

Closed: March 5, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection Score: 85 points

Critical Violations:

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

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CLOSED

REDWOOD CAFE

118-18 QUEENS BOULEVARD, Queens

Closed: March 5, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection Score: 62 points

Critical Violations:

Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.

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CLOSED

HAN DYNASTY

90 3 AVENUE, Manhattan

Closed: March 5, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection Score: 78 points

Critical Violations:

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

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CLOSED

WETZELS PRETZELS

5100 KINGS PLAZA, Brooklyn

Closed: March 5, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection Score: 94 points

Critical Violations:

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

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CLOSED

RINCONCITO DOMEX

505 DEKALB AVENUE, Brooklyn

Closed: March 4, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection Score: 86 points

Critical Violations:

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

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CLOSED

NYC MUNCHIES

1398 NOSTRAND AVENUE, Brooklyn

Closed: March 4, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection Score: 70 points

Critical Violations:

Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations. Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests. Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, tr ...

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CLOSED

PHO BANG

157 MOTT STREET, Manhattan

Closed: March 4, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection Score: 53 points

Critical Violations:

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

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CLOSED

UNCHIN CHIN

2276 ARTHUR AVENUE, Bronx

Closed: March 4, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection Score: 63 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

INSOMNIA COOKIES

17 WEST 125 STREET, Manhattan

Closed: March 4, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection Score: 99 points

Critical Violations:

Food preparation area, food storage area, or other area used by employees or patrons, contaminated by sewage or liquid waste.

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CLOSED

HAPPY GARDEN

196-17 LINDEN BOULEVARD, Queens

Closed: March 3, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection Score: 98 points

Critical Violations:

Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used. No approved written standard operating procedure for avoiding contamination by refillable returnable containers.

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CLOSED

GUTIERREZ BAKERY

157 PORT RICHMOND AVENUE, Staten Island

Closed: March 3, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection Score: 122 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. Live roaches in facili ...

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CLOSED

PHO GA VANG

30 MARKET STREET, Manhattan

Closed: March 3, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection Score: 120 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

BUSHWICK BAKERY

127 CENTRAL AVENUE, Brooklyn

Closed: March 3, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection Score: 39 points

Critical Violations:

Evidence of rats or live rats 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?
3,252 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 2008.
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.