New York restaurant health inspection closures, downgrade and reopenings — October 5, 2026

Chow Time

1418 Mermaid Avenue · Brooklyn 11224 · Seagate-Coney Island

previous result → closed by the health authority (unknown → cooked) · inspection dated September 30, 2026

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

4 critical violations · 8 total

• ⚠️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, 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.
• •Thawing procedure improper.
• •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.
• •Contract with a pest management professional not in place. Record of extermination activities not kept on premises.

J C Green Life Nyc

1343 Ogden Avenue · Bronx 10452 · Highbridge

A → closed by the health authority (clean → cooked) · inspection dated September 29, 2026

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

4 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
• ⚠️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
• ⚠️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.
• •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.

Williamsbridge Coffee

2700 Williamsbridge Road · Bronx 10469 · Allerton-Pelham Gardens

B → closed by the health authority (mid → cooked) · inspection dated September 29, 2026

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

5 critical violations · 11 total

• ⚠️Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations. 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
• ⚠️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.
• •Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
• •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.

Jazba

207 2 Avenue · Manhattan 10003 · East Village

previous result → closed by the health authority (unknown → cooked) · inspection dated September 29, 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
• ⚠️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
• •Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
• •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.
• •Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

Chubby Cattle

206 Spring Street · Manhattan 10012 · SoHo-TriBeCa-Civic Center-Little Italy

A → closed by the health authority (clean → cooked) · inspection dated September 29, 2026

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

8 critical violations · 10 total

• ⚠️Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F. critical
• ⚠️Hot TCS food item that has been cooked and cooled is being held for service without first being reheated to 165º F or above within 2 hours. critical
• ⚠️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
• ⚠️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
• ⚠️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

Orchid Tea Cafe

4618 8 Avenue · Brooklyn 11220 · Sunset Park East

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

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

2 critical violations · 5 total

• ⚠️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.
• •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.
• •Unapproved outdoor, street or sidewalk cooking.

Khao Nom

42-06 77 Street · Queens 11373 · Elmhurst-Maspeth

B → closed by the health authority (mid → cooked) · inspection dated September 25, 2026

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

4 critical violations · 5 total

• ⚠️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
• ⚠️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.

Carib Seafood Restaurant & Bar

2521 Webster Avenue · Bronx 10458 · Bedford Park-Fordham North

previous result → closed by the health authority (unknown → cooked) · inspection dated September 25, 2026

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

6 critical violations · 12 total

• ⚠️Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F. critical
• ⚠️Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan. critical
• ⚠️Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas. 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.
• •Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

Indian Kitchen

739 Grand Street · Brooklyn 11211 · East Williamsburg

A → closed by the health authority (clean → cooked) · inspection dated September 24, 2026

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

5 critical violations · 9 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
• ⚠️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
• ⚠️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
• •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.
• •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.

Zaca Cafe

426 Marcus Garvey Boulevard · Brooklyn 11216 · Stuyvesant Heights

A → closed by the health authority (clean → cooked) · inspection dated September 24, 2026

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

5 critical violations · 10 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
• ⚠️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.
• •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.
• •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.

Hinomaru Ramen

33-18 Ditmars Blvd · Queens 11105 · Steinway

previous result → closed by the health authority (unknown → cooked) · inspection dated September 24, 2026

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

8 critical violations · 11 total

• ⚠️Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F. critical
• ⚠️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
• ⚠️Unclean or cracked whole eggs or unpasteurized liquid, frozen or powdered eggs kept or used. 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
• ⚠️Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses. critical

Sammy's Fishbox

41 City Island Avenue · Bronx 10464 · Pelham Bay-Country Club-City Island

A → B (clean → mid) · inspection dated September 24, 2026

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

2 critical violations · 5 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
• ⚠️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.
• •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.

El Perro

80-26 Northern Blvd · Queens 11372 · Jackson Heights

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

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

0 critical violations · 1 total

• •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.

Hyderabad Peri Peri

804 Grand Street · Brooklyn 11211 · East Williamsburg

closed → unknown (cooked → unknown) · inspection dated September 30, 2026

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

0 critical violations · 1 total

• •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.

Hinomaru Ramen

33-18 Ditmars Blvd · Queens 11105 · Steinway

closed → unknown (cooked → unknown) · inspection dated September 30, 2026

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

0 critical violations · 1 total

• •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.

Matecana Bakery & Restaurant

48-04 108 Street · Queens 11368 · Corona

closed → unknown (cooked → unknown) · inspection dated September 29, 2026

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

0 critical violations · 1 total

• •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.

Tiger Sugar

129 East 45 Street · Manhattan 10017 · Turtle Bay-East Midtown

closed → unknown (cooked → unknown) · inspection dated September 29, 2026

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

0 critical violations · 1 total

• •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.

Khao Nom

42-06 77 Street · Queens 11373 · Elmhurst-Maspeth

closed → unknown (cooked → unknown) · inspection dated September 28, 2026

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

0 critical violations · 1 total

• •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.

Punjabi Chaap Corner

110 Lexington Avenue · Manhattan 10016 · Gramercy

closed → unknown (cooked → unknown) · inspection dated September 28, 2026

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

0 critical violations · 1 total

• •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.

Kabab King

73-01 37 Road · Queens 11372 · Jackson Heights

closed → unknown (cooked → unknown) · inspection dated September 25, 2026

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

0 critical violations · 0 total

Steinway

3 changes: 1 setback and 2 improvements

1 closure · 0 downgrades · 1 reopening · 1 recovery

Bedford Park-Fordham North

2 changes: 1 setback and 1 improvement

1 closure · 0 downgrades · 0 reopenings · 1 recovery

East Williamsburg

2 changes: 1 setback and 1 improvement

1 closure · 0 downgrades · 1 reopening · 0 recoveries

Elmhurst-Maspeth

2 changes: 1 setback and 1 improvement

1 closure · 0 downgrades · 1 reopening · 0 recoveries

SoHo-TriBeCa-Civic Center-Little Italy

2 changes: 1 setback and 1 improvement

1 closure · 0 downgrades · 0 reopenings · 1 recovery

Tiger Sugar

7 clean · 0 mid · 2 cooked across 9 rated locations.

1 qualifying change this period · 9 operating locations tracked

Dunkin Baskin Robbins

102 clean · 1 mid · 0 cooked across 103 rated locations.

1 qualifying change this period · 103 operating locations tracked

Taco Bell

68 clean · 0 mid · 1 cooked across 69 rated locations.

1 qualifying change this period · 69 operating locations tracked

Golden Krust Caribbean Bakery & Grill

29 clean · 1 mid · 4 cooked across 34 rated locations.

1 qualifying change this period · 34 operating locations tracked