Mozzarella

264 Lee Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11206
Jewish / Kosher
Last inspected: Aug 25, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Across the available record, Mozzarella has five inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Aug 25, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

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

“Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

Restaurants in Brooklyn average 77, so Mozzarella is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 25, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
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
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
82
May 2, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. no hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. no soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
05D
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
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
61
Mar 21, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
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
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
74
Jan 16, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
3 critical violations.
View 3 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
06E
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
64
Sep 1, 2022
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 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
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mozzarella last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mozzarella on file is from Aug 25, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mozzarella?

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

How does Mozzarella compare to other restaurants in Brooklyn?

Mozzarella most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Brooklyn average of 77.

Has Mozzarella's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Mozzarella 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 Mozzarella inspected?

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