Mr. Melo
61 WITHERS STREET, Brooklyn, 11211
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (4 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected Apr 1, 2026 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Apr 1, 2026
Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
CriticalFood was not kept hot or cold enough. Wrong temperatures let bacteria grow.
Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 1, 2026 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 2 (1 critical) |
| Sep 25, 2024 | Grade A | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection | 3 (1 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 2×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 1 rodent inspection on record, none finding rat activity.
- 1 recent 311 complaint filed at this address.
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