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Tal Bagels, Popular UWS Bagel Spot, Closed by the Health Department
West Side Rag • • health
Key Points:
- Tal Bagels on the Upper West Side was closed by the New York City Department of Health following a July 17 inspection that revealed severe health violations.
- The bagel shop received 157 violation points, far exceeding the threshold for a C grade (28 points), due to issues such as sewage contamination, evidence of mice and roaches, and improper food handling.
- The closure notice was confirmed by local residents and observed with staff cleaning inside the premises.
- Tal Bagels had previously passed a health inspection with an A rating on June 23, 2025, making the recent violations a significant decline in standards.
- The establishment will remain closed until it resolves the health hazards, with reopening timelines varying from 24 hours to several weeks.
