Mellow Spice

7911 Flatlands Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11236

Other

Last inspected: Mar 31, 2026

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show three inspections at Mellow Spice stretching back to 2024. The most recent report on file is from Mar 31, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around three violations across recent inspections versus roughly six violations before.

Looking across the full record, “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Mellow Spice's latest score is in line with the Brooklyn average of 77. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 31, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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

06E

Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.

09C

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

Jan 29, 2025

Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection

3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

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

04L

Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

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

Aug 9, 2024

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations. 5 minor violations.

View 9 violations

04N

Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.

06A

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

Contract with a pest management professional not in place. record of extermination activities not kept on premises.

28-06

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment

10E

“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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mellow Spice last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mellow Spice on file is from Mar 31, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mellow Spice?

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

How does Mellow Spice compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Mellow Spice most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Mellow Spice's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Mellow Spice have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Mellow Spice 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 Mellow Spice inspected?

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

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