HARLEM — They had fast food with a side of roaches.
Lenox Fast Food, at 657 Lenox Ave., was shut down by the Health Department Monday after inspectors found evidence of live mice, flies, and roaches.
Inspectors also noted that the staff's "personal cleanliness [was] inadequate." Aprons were soiled with "possible contaminant" and "effective hair restraint" was not worn while cooking.
Additionally, at least one employee did not use proper tools to keep his or her bare hand from touching the food, according to the Health Department.
The restaurant could not be reached for comment.
Health Department records show that there were also signs of mice in the restaurant's 2014 and 2013 inspections.