Mera

282 Kings Highway, Brooklyn, NY 11223

Greek / Mediterranean

Last inspected: Dec 11, 2024

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Inspectors have visited Mera three times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Dec 11, 2024. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near three violations per visit.

“Food, supplies, and equipment not protected from potential source” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Mera scores about where you'd expect for a Brooklyn restaurant. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 11, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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Food, supplies, and equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.

06C

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

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

10G

Apr 12, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

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

Food worker/food vendor does not use utensil or other barrier to eliminate bare hand contact with food that will not receive adequate additional heat treatment.

04C

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

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

08C

Oct 29, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mera last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mera on file is from Dec 11, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mera?

Across the inspection record, “food, supplies, and equipment not protected from potential source” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Mera.

How does Mera compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

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

Has Mera's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Mera 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 Mera inspected?

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

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