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

HEY RICH ROASTED

6005 FORT HAMILTON PARKWAY, Brooklyn

Closed: April 1, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection Score: 96 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

NONNA'S PIZZERIA

253 NASSAU AVENUE, Brooklyn

Closed: April 1, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection Score: 68 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

GOURMET CONNECTION

455 12 AVENUE, Manhattan

Closed: March 31, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection Score: 140 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

STAR KABAB RESTAURANT

168-21 HILLSIDE AVENUE, Queens

Closed: March 31, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection Score: 82 points

Critical Violations:

Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed. Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where requ ...

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CLOSED

% ARABICA

37 WEST 54 STREET, Manhattan

Closed: March 31, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection Score: 163 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

In Common Cafe

441 9 AVENUE, Manhattan

Closed: March 30, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection Score: 78 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. Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F. Food contact surfa ...

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CLOSED

EMPEROR DUMPLING

688 8 AVENUE, Manhattan

Closed: March 30, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection Score: 13 points

Critical Violations:

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

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CLOSED

GOTTA GETTA BAGEL

263 1 AVENUE, Manhattan

Closed: March 27, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection Score: 89 points

Critical Violations:

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

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CLOSED

THE GREEN ORGANIC

105 BROAD STREET, Manhattan

Closed: March 27, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection Score: 91 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

FLY'N LOUNGE

132-15 150 AVENUE, Queens

Closed: March 26, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection Score: 17 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

SOULKOFA

235 RALPH AVENUE, Brooklyn

Closed: March 26, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection Score: 67 points

Critical Violations:

Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F. Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted

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CLOSED

DOABA DELI

945 COLUMBUS AVENUE, Manhattan

Closed: March 26, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection Score: 40 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

PATI'S BAKERY

1716 AVENUE M, Brooklyn

Closed: March 26, 2026 Type: Administrative Miscellaneous / Re-inspection

Critical Violations:

“Choking first aid” poster not posted. “Alcohol and Pregnancy” warning sign not posted. Resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.

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CLOSED

EMPEROR DUMPLING

688 8 AVENUE, Manhattan

Closed: March 25, 2026 Type: Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection Score: 95 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. Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of cont ...

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CLOSED

AYAT

274 36 STREET, Brooklyn

Closed: March 25, 2026 Type: Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection

Critical Violations:

Nuisance created or allowed to exist. Facility not free from unsafe, hazardous, offensive or annoying condition. 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, ab ...

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CLOSED

VOSTOCHNAYA KUHNYA

504 BRIGHTON BEACH AVENUE, Brooklyn

Closed: March 25, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection Score: 60 points

Critical Violations:

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

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CLOSED

JAJAJA MEXICANA

63 CARMINE STREET, Manhattan

Closed: March 25, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection Score: 10 points

Critical Violations:

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

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CLOSED

SANMIWAGO

90 BOWERY, Manhattan

Closed: March 23, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection Score: 65 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

JAJAJA MEXICANA

63 CARMINE STREET, Manhattan

Closed: March 23, 2026 Type: Administrative Miscellaneous / Reopening Inspection

Critical Violations:

Failure to comply with an order of the Board of Health, Commissioner or Department. Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.

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CLOSED

VOSTOCHNAYA KUHNYA

504 BRIGHTON BEACH AVENUE, Brooklyn

Closed: March 23, 2026 Type: Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection Score: 44 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?
3,379 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.