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Chinese · Williamsburg
MEILI health grade & inspection history
160 NORTH 12 STREET, Brooklyn, NY 11249
12 latest violation-point score
Most recent grade represented in the NYC dataset: A (Apr 13, 2026). The score is from the latest comparable graded-inspection type on Apr 13, 2026; lower is better.
Latest NYC health inspection
Health inspection snapshot
Apr 13, 2026Inspection date
3Violations recorded
2Critical items
Official action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Inspection details
Latest health code violations
- 06DCritical violation
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- 06ECritical violation
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
- 10B
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.
Score trend
MEILI inspection history
30 fewer inspection points than the previous comparable inspection. This table shows up to twelve inspection events available in the current source snapshot; the feed’s history can change after agency review.
| Date | Grade | Score | Violations | Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 13, 2026 | A | 12 | 3 | Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection |
| Apr 13, 2026 | — | — | 2 | Administrative Miscellaneous / Re-inspection |
| Jan 7, 2026 | — | 42 | 4 | Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection |
Repeat patterns
Recurring violation codes
Items recorded in at least two separate inspection events. Recurrence adds context but does not indicate that an issue is still present today.
- 06DRecorded in 2 inspections
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
- 06ERecorded in 2 inspections
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
Official location
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Common questions
MEILI inspection FAQ
What grade does the current DOHMH snapshot show for MEILI?
The most recent selectable NYC grade represented in our source snapshot is A, dated Apr 13, 2026. The latest comparable inspection score shown separately is 12 violation points.
When was MEILI last inspected?
The latest inspection in the official dataset is dated Apr 13, 2026.
Is a lower NYC restaurant inspection score better?
Yes. NYC inspection scores are violation points, so lower is better. Letter-grade ranges are generally A for 0–13, B for 14–27 and C for 28 or more points.
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