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Mela Pica Pollo

1562 Saint Nicholas Avenue, Manhattan 10040
Dine-In · Takeout · Delivery
Not
graded
Inspected May 6, 2026
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good for kidswheelchair accessible

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Safety notes

From the May 6, 2026 health inspection. Lower-priority items are listed after the serious ones.

Safety notes:8
  • CriticalFood surfaces not sanitized

    Food surfaces weren't washed and sanitized between uses.

  • CriticalNo food safety certificate

    No one on shift holds the required food-safety certificate.

  • CriticalHandwashing station issues

    The handwashing sink was missing, blocked, or without soap, hot water, or towels.

  • CriticalCold food too warm

    Cold food was held above 41°F, warm enough for bacteria to grow.

  • CriticalHot food too cold

    Hot food was held below 140°F, cool enough for bacteria to grow.

  • MinorSingle-use items mishandled

    Single-use items were reused or left unprotected.

  • MinorDirty surfaces or equipment

    Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.

  • MinorHard-to-clean food surfaces

    Food surfaces are too worn or badly built to be properly cleaned.