Beloved New York Restaurant Temporarily Closes Due to Rats
Jacob's Pickles in the Upper West Side closed its doors after the Department of Health found evidence of rats and roaches. The Department of Health also docked the restaurant for having an "improper, inadequate, or unapproved" sewage disposal system.
The southern eatery on 509 Amsterdam Ave closed up shop on June 4, per the Health Department.
"The Health Department required Jacob's Pickles to close on June 4, and we have let them know what needs to be addressed. They will receive another inspection before they can reopen."
Jacob's Pickles released a statement of its own regarding this concerning matter.
"While unexpected, we're genuinely grateful this issue was brought to our attention," the restaurant said. "With the guidance of the health department, we uncovered underlying structural issues that contributed to unforeseen facility maintenance challenges. The safety of our guests and staff is always our top priority, and we will not reopen until every concern is resolved in full compliance with NYC Health Code standards."
According to the New York Post, the popular eatery has had a C rating since last December. Perhaps that'll change in the near future.
Jacob's Pickles has been around since 2011. The restaurant describes itself as a place where "faces light up when the plate arrives, where people feel relaxed and excited to try new and old favorites."
Beloved New York Restaurant Temporarily Closes Due to Rats first appeared on Men's Journal on Jun 10, 2025
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