Meili

160 North 12 Street, Brooklyn, NY 11249
Chinese
Last inspected: Apr 13, 2026
64
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records currently show only two inspections for Meili. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 13, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.

Across the inspection history, “sanitized equipment or utensil” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Compared to other Brooklyn restaurants (averaging 77), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

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Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 13, 2026
Administrative Miscellaneous / Re-inspection
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information
20-08
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
“choking first aid” poster not posted. “alcohol and pregnancy” warning sign not posted. resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.
20-04
64
Jan 7, 2026
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
Food contact surface, refillable, reusable containers, or equipment improperly constructed, placed or maintained. unacceptable material used. culinary sink or other acceptable method not provided for washing food.
05C
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
61

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Meili last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Meili on file is from Apr 13, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Meili?

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

How does Meili compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Meili most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Meili's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Meili have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Meili means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.