Mi Bella Dama

296 Knickerbocker Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Apr 7, 2026
64
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Public records show four inspections at Mi Bella Dama stretching back to 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 7, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around five violations each.

“Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.

By comparison, the average Brooklyn facility scores 77, putting Mi Bella Dama on the weaker side. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

4
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 7, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
04M
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
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
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
64
Feb 25, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
04M
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
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
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
58
Nov 27, 2024
Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
04M
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
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
74
Aug 9, 2024
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
04M
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
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
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
Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. garbage, refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected, stored, removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance.
08B
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
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mi Bella Dama last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mi Bella Dama on file is from Apr 7, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mi Bella Dama?

Across the inspection record, “live roaches in facility's food or non-food area” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Mi Bella Dama.

How does Mi Bella Dama compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

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

Has Mi Bella Dama's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mi Bella Dama have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Mi Bella Dama 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 Bella Dama inspected?

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