Bellabella Mozzarella
Last inspected: Apr 24, 2026
55
Score
With just two inspections in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 24, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around eight violations lately compared to roughly six violations before.
When inspectors have written things up, “nonfood-contact surfaces clean” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.
That's lower than the typical Lavonia restaurant, which scores around 94. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
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Inspections
0
Critical latest
4
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 24, 2026
Routine
4 major violations. 4 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no hand towels at the hand sink near the ice machine. PIC placed paper towels at hand sink to COS.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a brillo pad in the sink. PIC removed pad and was informed that hand sinks should only be used for handwashing to COS.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed a build up debris on the pizza dough machine. PIC states that pizza dough contains a TCS ingredient, milk. The Food contact surface needs to be cleaned at any time during the operation when contamination may have occurred. PIC to clean pizza dough machine by end of day.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
Inspector notes: Observed multiple in use, working containers that were not labeled. PIC to work on labeling all in use, working containers by end of day.
511-6-1.07(6)(b)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee drinking from open top coffee cup on prep table. employees must drink, eat, and smoke in designated areas. employee discarded beverage to COS.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed the sides of the grills/flat top and broiler to have a build up of debris. Observed the inside of the RIC & RIF to have an accumulation of food debris built up on the bottom and gaskets. Advised PIC to follow their cleaning schedule to prevent buildup of debris.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Observed outside areas of waste oil receptacle with accumulation of grease and debris. CA: Outside areas of receptacles must be cleaned at a frequency necessary to prevent them from developing a buildup of soil or becoming attractants for insects and rodents.
511-6-1.06(5)(q)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed floors in need of repair throughout facility. Floors were sinking and tiles were chipped. CA: All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
55
Apr 16, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
4-1A - food separated and protected
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed flu medicine stored next to RTE foods in the reach in cooler. PIC immediately removed the item and placed in designated area.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed black residue build up on the ice machine. Advised PIC that the ice machine would need to be drained and properly cleaned. Rule:511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces,& Utensils (Pf) (7) Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils. (a) Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils. 1. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Pf.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
4-2A - food stored covered
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed vegetables & raw meats in the RIC uncovered. PIC placed lids on all of the specified items. Rule: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - Packaged & Unpackaged Food, food stored covered(C) (iv) Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination;
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employees in kitchen wearing watches while preparing food. PIC had employees remove the specified items. Rule: 511-6-1.03(5)(g) - Jewelry (C) (g) Jewelry. Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food.
511-6-1.03(5)(g)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed bowl without handle planted inside/ being used as a scoop for noodles. PIC removed the bowl for wash, rinse and sanitize.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed heavy buildup of food debris on the inside of the microwave. Observed the inside of the RIC & RIF to have an accumulation of food debris built up on the bottom and gaskets. Advised PIC to follow their cleaning schedule to prevent buildup of debris. Rule: 511-6-1.05(7)(d) - Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C) (d) Nonfood-Contact Surfaces. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Bellabella Mozzarella last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Bellabella Mozzarella on file is from Apr 24, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Bellabella Mozzarella?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surfaces clean” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Bellabella Mozzarella.
How does Bellabella Mozzarella compare to other restaurants in Lavonia?
Bellabella Mozzarella most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Lavonia average of 94.
Has Bellabella Mozzarella's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Bellabella Mozzarella have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Bellabella Mozzarella means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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