Barzini's, a long-standing grocery store on the Upper West Side, was shut down due to severe health violations after inspectors discovered an infestation of vermin. Reports included incidents of expired food, rats nesting in equipment, and unsanitary conditions prompting a court order to close the store for public safety. Despite a 40-year history of operation, the store's management admitted to neglect and expressed hopes for recovery and improvement following the shutdown.
Rats - both dead and alive - were found strewn across Barzini's, with one corpse directly beneath the wash sink, flagging severe health violations.
The store continued serving customers until Monday night, despite previous court orders that highlighted immediate risks to public health and safety.
Barzini's manager acknowledged the neglect but emphasized the store's long-standing presence, hoping to restore its reputation post-closure.
State officials reported alarming conditions, stating the store was operating illegally with severe infestations, prompting drastic intervention on health grounds.
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