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McDonald's Restaurant Inspections in NYC

196 NYC locations · 666 inspections on record

Overview

McDonald's operates 196 locations across NYC and maintains a Grade A rate of 97.31% across 666 inspections, with an average score of 7.9 points. The chain has experienced 6 emergency closures since records began, with the majority of its locations concentrated in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens. Most violations cited involve 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..

196
NYC Locations
97.31%
Grade A Rate
7.9
Avg Inspection Score
6
Total Closures

McDonald's Locations by Borough

  • Manhattan54 locations
  • Brooklyn48 locations
  • Queens46 locations
  • The Bronx41 locations
  • Staten Island7 locations

Most Common Violations at McDonald's

  1. 1Non-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.
  2. 2Anti-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.
  3. 3Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
  4. 4Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
  5. 5Food, 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.

Recent Closures at McDonald's

  • McDonald's Closed

    208 Varick Street, Manhattan · Nov 20, 2025

  • McDonald's Closed

    2870 3rd Avenue, The Bronx · Oct 16, 2023

  • McDonald's #13068 Closed

    880 Coney Island Avenue, Brooklyn · Jul 5, 2023

  • McDonald's Closed

    1660 Richmond Avenue, Staten Island · Jun 29, 2023

  • McDonald's Closed

    904 Manhattan Avenue, Brooklyn · Apr 20, 2023

  • McDonald's Closed

    741 Grand Street, Brooklyn · Dec 15, 2022

McDonald's Locations in NYC

McDonald's

256-03 Union Turnpike, Queens

Last inspected: Jul 1, 2026

Z

McDonald's

51-35 Northern Boulevard, Queens

Last inspected: Jul 1, 2026

A

McDonald's

300 East 204th Street, The Bronx

Last inspected: Jul 1, 2026

A

McDonald's

4040 Broadway, Manhattan

Last inspected: Jun 29, 2026

A

McDonald's

2142 3rd Avenue, Manhattan

Last inspected: Jun 29, 2026

A

McDonald's

2549 Broadway, Manhattan

Last inspected: Jun 25, 2026

A

McDonald's

148 West 125th Street, Manhattan

Last inspected: Jun 24, 2026

A

McDonald's

1625 Webster Avenue, The Bronx

Last inspected: Jun 23, 2026

A

McDonald's

159-01 Jamaica Avenue, Queens

Last inspected: Jun 22, 2026

N/A

McDonald's

4174 White Plains Road, The Bronx

Last inspected: Jun 22, 2026

A

McDonald's

2170 White Plains Road, The Bronx

Last inspected: Jun 18, 2026

A

McDonald's

180 Parkside Avenue, Brooklyn

Last inspected: Jun 17, 2026

A

McDonald's

102 1st Avenue, Manhattan

Last inspected: Jun 12, 2026

A

McDonald's

1499 3rd Avenue, Manhattan

Last inspected: Jun 11, 2026

N/A

McDonald's

139 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn

Last inspected: Jun 8, 2026

A

McDonald's

1872 3rd Avenue, Manhattan

Last inspected: Jun 2, 2026

A

McDonald's

2870 3rd Avenue, The Bronx

Last inspected: Jun 2, 2026

A

McDonald's

98-01 Metropolitan Avenue, Queens

Last inspected: May 29, 2026

A

McDonald's

1403 Mermaid Avenue, Brooklyn

Last inspected: May 22, 2026

A

McDonald's

430 86th Street, Brooklyn

Last inspected: May 15, 2026

A
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McDonald's: Frequently Asked Questions

How many McDonald's locations are in NYC?

McDonald's has 196 locations in New York City, with a total of 666 health inspections on record.

What health grade do McDonald's restaurants typically receive?

97.31% of McDonald's inspections result in Grade A, which is above the NYC restaurant average of approximately 77%.

What is the average inspection score at McDonald's in NYC?

The average NYC health inspection score for McDonald's is 7.9 points. Scores of 0-13 earn Grade A; 14-27 earn Grade B; 28+ earn Grade C.

Has any McDonald's location been closed by NYC Health?

Yes. McDonald's locations have been closed by NYC Health Department inspectors 6 times in total. Emergency closures occur when inspectors find conditions posing an immediate public health hazard.

What violations are most common at McDonald's restaurants?

The most frequently cited violations at McDonald's NYC locations include: 10F: 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.; 10B: 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.; 06D: Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred..