Mi Barrio

3415 14 Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11218
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Jan 6, 2025
55
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: B

Inspectors have visited Mi Barrio five times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Jan 6, 2025. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around six violations per visit lately, up from roughly four violations before.

Looking across the full record, “food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.

Restaurants in Brooklyn average 77, so Mi Barrio trails the local norm. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

5
Inspections
3
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 6, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
Evidence of rats or live rats in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04K
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
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
55
Oct 16, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.
09C
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
61
May 8, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
74
Dec 9, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
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
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
After cooking or removal from hot holding, tcs food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal temperature is reduced from 140 °f to 70 °f or less within 2 hours, and from 70 °f to 41 °f or less within 4 additional hours.
02H
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
47
Jan 24, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
5 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Food not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.
06C
Personal cleanliness inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn in an area where food is prepared.
06A
Hot food item not held at or above 140º f.
02B
Evidence of mice or live mice present in facility's food and/or non-food areas.
04L
Food protection certificate not held by supervisor of food operations.
04A
Canned food product observed dented and not segregated from other consumable food items.
09A
Facility not vermin proof. harborage or conditions conducive to attracting vermin to the premises and/or allowing vermin to exist.
08A
Pesticide use not in accordance with label or applicable laws. prohibited chemical used/stored. open bait station used.
08C
Non-food contact surface improperly constructed. unacceptable material used. non-food contact surface or equipment improperly maintained and/or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
10F
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mi Barrio last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mi Barrio on file is from Jan 6, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mi Barrio?

Across the inspection record, “food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Mi Barrio.

How does Mi Barrio compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Mi Barrio most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Mi Barrio's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Mi Barrio have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

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

How often is Mi Barrio inspected?

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