La Mesita

1513 Myrtle Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Feb 12, 2026

Score

High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

La Mesita appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 12, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around eight violations each, up from closer to four violations before.

“Sanitized equipment or utensil” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

The city-wide average sits at 77, which La Mesita's 37 doesn't quite reach. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 12, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

6 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

06E

Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

06F

Toxic chemical or pesticide improperly stored or used such that food contamination may occur.

04E

Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.

06C

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

06D

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

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

Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

08C

Nov 23, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

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

Jan 29, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

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

02C

Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with haccp plan.

04H

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

06D

Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

06E

10F

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Mesita last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Mesita on file is from Feb 12, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at La Mesita?

Across the inspection record, “sanitized equipment or utensil” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at La Mesita.

How does La Mesita compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

La Mesita most recently scored 37 out of 100, which is lower than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has La Mesita's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at La Mesita have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at La Mesita 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 La Mesita inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, La Mesita is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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