Casa Bella

127 Mulberry Street, Manhattan, NY 10013

Italian

Last inspected: Nov 7, 2024

Score

High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Across the available record, Casa Bella has three inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Casa Bella was last inspected on Nov 7, 2024. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around four violations to closer to six violations.

The pattern that stands out is “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food”, which has been cited three times.

That's lower than the typical Manhattan restaurant, which scores around 77. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 7, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Cold tcs food item held above 41 °f; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °f; intact raw eggs held above 45 °f; or reduced oxygen packaged (rop) tcs foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.

02G

Tobacco or electronic cigarette use, eating, or drinking from open container in food preparation, food storage or dishwashing area.

06B

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.

10F

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Sep 20, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.

04N

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.

10B

Feb 9, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

Evidence of mice or live mice present in facility's food and/or non-food areas.

04L

Hot food item that has been cooked and refrigerated is being held for service without first being reheated to 165º f or above within 2 hours.

02C

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

Facility not vermin proof. harborage or conditions conducive to attracting vermin to the premises and/or allowing vermin to exist.

08A

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Casa Bella last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Casa Bella on file is from Nov 7, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Casa Bella?

Across the inspection record, “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Casa Bella.

How does Casa Bella compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Casa Bella most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Casa Bella's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Casa Bella have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Casa Bella means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Casa Bella inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Casa Bella is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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