Mello Bistro

1233 Bay Street, Staten Island, NY 10305
Italian
Last inspected: Oct 5, 2024
86
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show three inspections at Mello Bistro stretching back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 5, 2024. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “establishment is not free of harborage or conditions”, which has been cited two times.

Restaurants in Staten Island average 75, so Mello Bistro is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 5, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
86
Jan 11, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
82
Oct 26, 2022
Pre-permit (Non-operational) / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 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
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
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mello Bistro last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mello Bistro on file is from Oct 5, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mello Bistro?

Across the inspection record, “establishment is not free of harborage or conditions” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Mello Bistro.

How does Mello Bistro compare to other restaurants in Staten Island?

Mello Bistro most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Staten Island average of 75.

Has Mello Bistro's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mello Bistro have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Mello Bistro means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Mello Bistro inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Mello Bistro is inspected around two times per year on average.