New Yorker Fried Chicken
🚫 CLOSED BY HEALTH DEPARTMENTFriday, August 22, 2025 at 3:37 PM
Violations Cited
590.002/2-501.11-PF
Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (Pf)
No vomit and diarrhea kit onsite. Provide vomit & diarrea kit.
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Observed multiple rat droppings in the basement and in the kitchen area. Observed rat traps and small corn like items along the walls in the basement and on the stairs leading down to the basement. Contact the licensed exterminator and provide a detailed IPM report. See if they can conduct a mass trapping have they checked in the false ceiling? Are there any structural issues that would need to be addressed? More frequent visits to remove all evidence of rats. The extermination report needs to be free and clean of any evidence of rodents/rats. Owner was able to provide 2 recent extermination reports. Please address all recommendations on the pest report.
Why This Matters
SEVERE CONTAMINATION: Rodent droppings carry 35+ diseases including Hantavirus (36% mortality rate), Salmonella (20% of cases from rodents), Leptospirosis (kidney/liver failure). Mice contaminate 10 times more food than they eat through urine and droppings.
Code Requirements
IMMEDIATE ACTION: Clean/sanitize all affected areas with 10% bleach solution. Discard ALL exposed food. Seal holes over 1/4 inch (mice) or 1/2 inch (rats). Remove food sources. Install bait stations. Professional extermination within 24 hours.
590.008/8-404.11-PF
(A) Ceasing Operations and Reporting (Pf)
The insanitary conditions are contributing to a rodent infestation and creating an imminent health hazard. Thoroughly clean and provide escalated pest treatment until you receive a clean report from the exterminator.
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.008. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.006/6-201.11-C
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Observed heavy grease soil on the door (both sides of the door) leading into the kitchen. Clean to remove heavy grease and soil on the door. Observed soiled walls floors stairs windows mop closet hand sinks menu board chair and kitchen equipment throughout the restaurant. Clean sanitize and degrease to remove soil. Observed broken ceiling tiles. Replace
Why This Matters
Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning
Code Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Properly sloped to drains; No gaps or cracks; Maintained clean
590.006/6-202.15-C
Outer Openings Protected (C)
Provide a door sweep to the back exterior door. Ensure that the exterior door closes properly. Repair door.
Why This Matters
PEST INVASION: Open doors allow entry of flies (carry 100+ pathogens), rodents (35+ diseases), and airborne contaminants. One fly can contaminate entire prep area in minutes, landing on 30+ surfaces spreading E. coli, Salmonella.
Code Requirements
Install self-closing devices on ALL exterior doors immediately. Doors must close completely within 3 seconds. No gaps over 1/4 inch. Consider air curtains for frequently used doors. Keep doors closed when not in active use.
590.006/6-501.18-C
Cleaning of Plumbing Fixtures (C)
Observed soiled bathroom downstairs. Clean and sanitize floor sink toliet.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.006. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.