New York restaurant health inspection closures and reopenings — September 7, 2026

Barley Time

38-18 Prince Street · Queens 11354 · Flushing

A → closed by the health authority (clean → cooked) · inspection dated September 2, 2026

Status when this brief was published: closed by the authority.

5 critical violations · 7 total

• ⚠️Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F. critical
• ⚠️Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations. critical
• ⚠️Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area. critical
• ⚠️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. critical
• ⚠️Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses. critical
• •Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
• •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.

Asian Halal Kitchen

90-02 Corona Avenue · Queens 11373 · Elmhurst

previous result → closed by the health authority (unknown → cooked) · inspection dated September 2, 2026

Status when this brief was published: closed by the authority.

8 critical violations · 14 total

• ⚠️Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations. critical
• ⚠️Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan. critical
• ⚠️Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas. critical
• ⚠️Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area. critical
• ⚠️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 acceptable hand-drying device. critical
• ⚠️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. critical
• ⚠️Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred. critical
• ⚠️Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses. critical

Buena Vista Restaurant & Bar

536 9 Avenue · Manhattan 10018 · Clinton

A → closed by the health authority (clean → cooked) · inspection dated September 1, 2026

Status when this brief was published: closed by the authority.

4 critical violations · 6 total

• ⚠️Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas. critical
• ⚠️Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies. critical
• ⚠️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 acceptable hand-drying device. critical
• ⚠️Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred. critical
• •Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
• •Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

La Pizza Italia

959 2 Avenue · Manhattan 10022 · Turtle Bay-East Midtown

B → closed by the health authority (mid → cooked) · inspection dated September 1, 2026

Status when this brief was published: closed by the authority.

5 critical violations · 7 total

• ⚠️Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F. critical
• ⚠️Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas. critical
• ⚠️Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas. critical
• ⚠️Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies. critical
• ⚠️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. critical
• •Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
• •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.

Kennedy Fried Chicken

1676 Nostrand Avenue · Brooklyn 11226 · Erasmus

B → closed by the health authority (mid → cooked) · inspection dated September 1, 2026

Status when this brief was published: closed by the authority.

3 critical violations · 7 total

• ⚠️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. critical
• ⚠️Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area. critical
• ⚠️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. critical
• •Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
• •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.
• •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.
• •Contract with a pest management professional not in place. Record of extermination activities not kept on premises.

1.50 Pizza Store

486 9 Avenue · Manhattan 10018 · Hudson Yards-Chelsea-Flat Iron-Union Square

previous result → closed by the health authority (unknown → cooked) · inspection dated September 1, 2026

Status when this brief was published: closed by the authority.

5 critical violations · 10 total

• ⚠️Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F. critical
• ⚠️Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas. critical
• ⚠️Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies. critical
• ⚠️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. critical
• ⚠️Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred. critical
• •Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
• •Swollen, leaking, rusted or otherwise damaged canned food to be returned to distributor not segregated from intact product and clearly labeled DO NOT USE
• •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.

Niforos Corner

35-60 11 Street · Queens 11106 · Queensbridge-Ravenswood-Long Island City

A → closed by the health authority (clean → cooked) · inspection dated August 31, 2026

Status when this brief was published: not listed as closed.

5 critical violations · 9 total

• ⚠️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. critical
• ⚠️Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas. critical
• ⚠️Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area. critical
• ⚠️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. critical
• ⚠️Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored. critical
• •Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
• •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.
• •Allergen or intolerance notice not translated into common language when required

Bagel Barista Station / Los Tacos De La Playa

214 Beach 116 Street · Queens 11694 · Breezy Point-Belle Harbor-Rockaway Park-Broad Channel

A → closed by the health authority (clean → cooked) · inspection dated August 31, 2026

Status when this brief was published: closed by the authority.

7 critical violations · 11 total

• ⚠️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. critical
• ⚠️Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan. critical
• ⚠️Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies. critical
• ⚠️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. critical
• ⚠️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. critical
• ⚠️Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred. critical
• ⚠️Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses. critical
• •Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

El Tahur

4402 3 Avenue · Brooklyn 11220 · Sunset Park West

A → closed by the health authority (clean → cooked) · inspection dated August 28, 2026

Status when this brief was published: not listed as closed.

4 critical violations · 10 total

• ⚠️Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan. critical
• ⚠️Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of TCS foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding. critical
• ⚠️Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas. critical
• ⚠️Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies. critical
• •Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
• •Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. Garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. Garbage, refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected, stored, removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance.
• •Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
• •Flavored tobacco products sold, offered for sale

Proof Coffee Roasters

2286 7 Avenue · Manhattan 10030 · Central Harlem North-Polo Grounds

A → closed by the health authority (clean → cooked) · inspection dated August 28, 2026

Status when this brief was published: closed by the authority.

7 critical violations · 9 total

• ⚠️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. critical
• ⚠️Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations. critical
• ⚠️Food preparation area, food storage area, or other area used by employees or patrons, contaminated by sewage or liquid waste. critical
• ⚠️Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies. critical
• ⚠️Live animal other than fish in tank or service animal present in facility’s food or non-food area. critical
• ⚠️Sewage disposal system is not provided, improper, inadequate or unapproved. critical
• ⚠️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. critical
• •Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

Golden Krust Caribbean Bakery & Grill

1381 East Gunhill Road · Bronx 10469 · Eastchester-Edenwald-Baychester

A → closed by the health authority (clean → cooked) · inspection dated August 27, 2026

Status when this brief was published: closed by the authority.

3 critical violations · 5 total

• ⚠️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. critical
• ⚠️Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies. critical
• ⚠️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. critical
• •Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
• •Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.

Qahwah House

162 Bedford Avenue · Brooklyn 11249 · North Side-South Side

C → closed by the health authority (cooked → cooked) · inspection dated August 27, 2026

Status when this brief was published: not listed as closed.

3 critical violations · 7 total

• ⚠️Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F. critical
• ⚠️Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations. critical
• ⚠️Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies. critical
• •Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
• •Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. Garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. Garbage, refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected, stored, removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance.
• •Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
• •Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted

Beach Dunes Eatery And Arts

45-19 Rockaway Beach Boulevard · Queens 11691 · Hammels-Arverne-Edgemere

A → closed by the health authority (clean → cooked) · inspection dated August 27, 2026

Status when this brief was published: not listed as closed.

8 critical violations · 13 total

• ⚠️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. critical
• ⚠️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. critical
• ⚠️Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan. critical
• ⚠️Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area. critical
• ⚠️Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies. critical
• ⚠️Insufficient or no hot holding, cold storage or cold holding equipment provided to maintain Time/Temperature Control for Safety Foods (TCS) at required temperatures critical
• ⚠️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. critical
• •Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

Kings Crab Kitchen

2435 86 Street · Brooklyn 11214 · Bensonhurst East

A → closed by the health authority (clean → cooked) · inspection dated August 27, 2026

Status when this brief was published: closed by the authority.

7 critical violations · 10 total

• ⚠️Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan. critical
• ⚠️Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas. critical
• ⚠️Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas. critical
• ⚠️Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area. critical
• ⚠️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. critical
• ⚠️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. critical
• ⚠️Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred. critical
• •Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

Lao Jie Hotpot

105 Bowery · Manhattan 10002 · Chinatown

C → closed by the health authority (cooked → cooked) · inspection dated August 26, 2026

Status when this brief was published: not listed as closed.

7 critical violations · 11 total

• ⚠️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. critical
• ⚠️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. critical
• ⚠️Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan. critical
• ⚠️Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas. critical
• ⚠️Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area. critical
• ⚠️Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies. critical
• ⚠️Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred. critical
• •Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

Panajachel Solola

7116 18 Avenue · Brooklyn 11204 · Bensonhurst West

previous result → closed by the health authority (unknown → cooked) · inspection dated August 26, 2026

Status when this brief was published: closed by the authority.

5 critical violations · 8 total

• ⚠️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. critical
• ⚠️Food preparation area, food storage area, or other area used by employees or patrons, contaminated by sewage or liquid waste. critical
• ⚠️Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies. critical
• ⚠️Sewage disposal system is not provided, improper, inadequate or unapproved. critical
• ⚠️Insufficient or no hot holding, cold storage or cold holding equipment provided to maintain Time/Temperature Control for Safety Foods (TCS) at required temperatures critical
• •Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
• •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.
• •Contract with a pest management professional not in place. Record of extermination activities not kept on premises.

Niforos Corner

35-60 11 Street · Queens 11106 · Queensbridge-Ravenswood-Long Island City

closed → unknown (cooked → unknown) · inspection dated September 2, 2026

Status when this brief was published: not listed as closed.

0 critical violations · 0 total

El Tahur

4402 3 Avenue · Brooklyn 11220 · Sunset Park West

closed → unknown (cooked → unknown) · inspection dated September 2, 2026

Status when this brief was published: not listed as closed.

0 critical violations · 2 total

• •Toilet facility not maintained or provided with toilet paper, waste receptacle or self-closing door.
• •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.

Lao Jie Hotpot

105 Bowery · Manhattan 10002 · Chinatown

closed → unknown (cooked → unknown) · inspection dated September 2, 2026

Status when this brief was published: not listed as closed.

0 critical violations · 2 total

• •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.
• •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.

Divine Bickles Restaurant.

157-21 Rockaway Boulevard · Queens 11434 · Springfield Gardens South-Brookville

closed → unknown (cooked → unknown) · inspection dated September 1, 2026

Status when this brief was published: not listed as closed.

0 critical violations · 0 total

Chinatown

2 changes: 1 setback and 1 improvement

1 closure · 0 downgrades · 1 reopening · 0 recoveries

Clinton

2 changes: 1 setback and 1 improvement

1 closure · 0 downgrades · 1 reopening · 0 recoveries

Flushing

2 changes: 1 setback and 1 improvement

1 closure · 0 downgrades · 0 reopenings · 1 recovery

Hammels-Arverne-Edgemere

2 changes: 1 setback and 1 improvement

1 closure · 0 downgrades · 1 reopening · 0 recoveries

North Side-South Side

2 changes: 1 setback and 1 improvement

1 closure · 0 downgrades · 1 reopening · 0 recoveries

Qahwah House

2 clean · 0 mid · 2 cooked across 4 rated locations.

2 qualifying changes this period · 4 operating locations tracked

Golden Krust Caribbean Bakery & Grill

29 clean · 2 mid · 3 cooked across 34 rated locations.

2 qualifying changes this period · 34 operating locations tracked

Kennedy Fried Chicken

52 clean · 6 mid · 11 cooked across 69 rated locations, plus 1 not rated.

1 qualifying change this period · 70 operating locations tracked

La Pizza Italia

1 clean · 2 mid · 2 cooked across 5 rated locations.

1 qualifying change this period · 5 operating locations tracked